MFA in Directing in Canada at UVic Canada

These are the international student eligibility for the MFA in Directing in Canada

Completion of a 4-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an institution recognized by Uvic. Equivalent of a minimum “B” average over the last two years of your degree.

In addition to the documentation required by the Graduate Admissions and Records Office (see Faculty Admissions), the Department of Theatre also requires applicants for admission to any of the graduate programs to send a letter to Graduate Admissions with a statement of purpose and a detailed resumé of their educational background, theatre experience, and teaching experience, if applicable.

Applicants must have completed appropriate undergraduate theatre courses. References should come from theatre professors and/or recognized theatre professionals.

In addition to satisfying the general requirements for admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies (please see the UVic Graduate Calendar), applicants must be approved by the Department of Theatre; a minimum GPA of B+ (6.0) is required for admission. All applicants are judged on a competitive basis and admission is limited. Not all students who meet the minimum requirements will be admitted.

Normally we accept applications only for September enrolment. Normally one student is admitted to the MFA program in Directing every two years. The competition is rigorous and a student should not apply unless he/she has an undergraduate degree with a major in theatre and a minimum GPA of B+. The applicant should also have a strong background in dramatic literature and dramatic theory as well as substantial practical experience in acting and directing. MFA in Directing applicants must have a knowledge at the BFA level of Directing, Acting, Theatre History, Lighting, Costume and Scene Design. A candidate’s knowledge may be assessed by a diagnostic examination.

These are the domestic student eligibility for the MFA in Directing

Completion of a 4-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an institution recognized by Uvic. Equivalent of a minimum “B” average over the last two years of your degree.

In addition to the documentation required by the Graduate Admissions and Records Office (see Faculty Admissions), the Department of Theatre also requires applicants for admission to any of the graduate programs to send a letter to Graduate Admissions with a statement of purpose and a detailed resumé of their educational background, theatre experience, and teaching experience, if applicable.

Applicants must have completed appropriate undergraduate theatre courses. References should come from theatre professors and/or recognized theatre professionals.

In addition to satisfying the general requirements for admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies (please see the UVic Graduate Calendar), applicants must be approved by the Department of Theatre; a minimum GPA of B+ (6.0) is required for admission. All applicants are judged on a competitive basis and admission is limited. Not all students who meet the minimum requirements will be admitted.

Normally we accept applications only for September enrolment. Normally one student is admitted to the MFA program in Directing every two years. The competition is rigorous and a student should not apply unless he/she has an undergraduate degree with a major in theatre and a minimum GPA of B+. The applicant should also have a strong background in dramatic literature and dramatic theory as well as substantial practical experience in acting and directing. MFA in Directing applicants must have a knowledge at the BFA level of Directing, Acting, Theatre History, Lighting, Costume and Scene Design. A candidate’s knowledge may be assessed by a diagnostic examination.

These are the test eligibilities for the MFA in Directing to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for MFA in Directing in Canada.

All graduate students must have a faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor. When you apply:

• You must list a potential supervisor on your application
• This faculty member must agree to be your supervisor and recommend your admission.

To find a supervisor, review the faculty contacts. When you've found a faculty member whose research complements your own, contact them by email.

Graduate students registered in full-time programs are automatically considered for a fellowship. This is based on a qualifying GPA.UVic Fellowship Awards- Up to $17,500 per year (master's).UVic Graduate Awards- Up to $10,000 per year (master's and PhD).You can also join the co-op program or work as a research or teaching assistant.