Master of Theatre (Dramaturgy)

关于课程

This course offers advanced study in dramaturgy, extending beyond literary play scripts to include dance, hybrid works, installation, community-based practice and performance artwork. Delivered within the Victorian College of the Arts, it combines Melbourne’s artistic and cultural context with learning from industry professionals. The program balances theory and practice across three semesters through workshops, seminars, lectures, masterclasses and performance/independent projects.

你可能学到什么

Students develop in-depth dramaturgical thinking and contemporary practices, building artistic leadership capabilities for diverse performance contexts. The course strengthens collaborative and interdisciplinary skills through intensive project-based learning alongside other VCA postgraduate disciplines. Graduates build practical and analytical tools to support the creation, shaping and critical development of performance works.

职业成果

Graduates may pursue work as dramaturgs across theatre, dance and interdisciplinary performance, supporting the development of new works and productions. The collaborative training environment prepares students for roles within performing arts companies, festivals and independent practice, working with writers, directors, choreographers and performers. Skills developed can also support artistic leadership pathways such as creative development, programming, or project-based production and consultancy in the creative arts sector.

Entry requirements

IELTS 6.5: with no band less than 6.0

墨尔本的生活成本**

餐厅 （膳食，便宜的餐厅） A$ 15 - 20	每月租金 （市中心一间卧室） A$ 1,583 - 2,094	每月租金 （中心外有一间卧室） A$ 1,207 - 1,596
运输 （日常的） A$ 7 - 9	每月公用事业费用 （电力、移动和互联网） A$ 240 - 318

平均工资***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)