MFA - Design/Tech

The Master of Fine Arts program in theatrical design and production at the University of Arizona aims at preparing students for a career in professional theatre through intensive classroom and production training. The following areas of specialization are offered: Costume Design, Costume Production, Lighting Design, Scenic Design, Scenic Production, and Technical Direction. The program normally requires six semesters, or three academic years, in residence and a minimum of 60 credit hours must be accrued to fulfill the degree requirements.

Admission to and retention in the program are based on academic performance and the design faculty's evaluation of each student's portfolio, professionalism, skills, and talent. All Design/Technical MFA candidates are evaluated by the design faculty at the end of each semester. Successful completion of the first year permits continuation in the program.

All MFA candidates will complete a significant design or production assignment part of their degree requirements. All MFA candidates also complete a Master's Report in their third year as part of their degree requirements.

MFA Design and Production Areas

Lighting Design, Costume Design, Costume Production, Scene Design, Scenic Production, Technical Direction

For most up to date course descriptions see 500 level and above in Theatre Arts in your academic catalog.