Overview

About the Dramaturgy and Drama Studies program at University of Toronto

In addition to specific courses in developmental and production dramaturgy, the Dramaturgy and Drama Studies program at University of Toronto program includes courses that examine theatre history, dramatic literature, critical theory, playwriting, devising, and intermedial performance, among others. DDS provides students with first-rate academic experience and credentials, while offering them ample opportunities for creative application of acquired knowledge and skills through practical components and practice-based research projects. All courses are taken at U of T Mississauga (UTM). Any courses taken outside of UTM should be pre-approved for credit by the Director of Drama Studies and the Undergraduate Advisor on a course-by-course basis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Performance Text

Exploring Shakespeare in Performance
Studies in Indigenous Performance
Developmental Dramaturgy

Repertory Theatre in Practice: The Shaw Festival

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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120

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89

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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89

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65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants are required to present a senior level/Grade 12 English course for admission consideration

An International Baccalaureate Diploma, including English HL or SL is required for admission

English is the language of instruction and examination at U of T, and success in our degree programs requires a high level of English language proficiency

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Tuition Fees

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63570 CAD / year

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6100 CAD / year

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Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

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Overview

About the Dramaturgy and Drama Studies program at University of Toronto

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Toronto

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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