Directing, Master of Arts in Theatre and Drama (2 yr)
University of the Arts Helsinki · Helsinki, Finland
About the programme
The master’s studies in directing are built around your individual research question. The studies both support and challenge you, as you develop your personal artistic thinking and skills. We offer you a learning environment that is both multidisciplinary and multifaceted and where peer learning plays a key role. The master-level courses combine theory and practice.
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Key facts
- Degree
- Master's
- Institution
- University of the Arts Helsinki (University)
- Location
- Helsinki
- Language of instruction
- Finnish
- Standard duration
- 2 years
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Focus
- teatterikorkeakoulu · teaterhögskolan · ohjaus · ohjaaja · teatteriohjaaja · regi · directing
About Theatre, Dance & Performing Arts
Acting, dance, musical theatre, stage directing and performance.
Where it leads
Actor · Dancer · Stage director · Choreographer · Drama teacher
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