Arizona State University Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts 10 courses 60 total credits
Develop directing artistry, devised performance and collaborative leadership skills in ASU's theatre degree, directing concentration, MFA program.
| Required Core | 6 credits |
| Concentration | 21 credits |
| Other Requirements | 12 credits |
| Electives | 15 credits |
| Culminating Experience | 6 credits |
| Total Credits | 60 credits |
Required Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| THE 504 | Studies in Dramatic Theory and Criticism | 3 |
| THE 520 | Theatre History and Literature | 3 |
| Total Required Core | 6 credits | |
Concentration
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| THP 505 | Graduate Colloquium | 6 |
| THP 518 | Advanced Directing Lab | 3 |
| THP 519 | Directing: Works in Progress | 3 |
| THP 580 | Practicum | 3 |
| THP 684 | Internship | 6 |
| Total Concentration | 21 credits | |
Other Requirements
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| THE 500 | Research Methods | 3 |
| THP 598 | Special Topics | 9 |
| Total Other Requirements | 12 credits | |
Electives
Culminating Experience
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| THP 693 | Applied Project | 6 |
| Total Culminating Experience | 6 credits | |
Additional Curriculum Information
Students should see their program advisor for a complete list of approved topics for THP 598. Directing faculty members mentor all student projects. Academic and artistic progress is evaluated at the end of each semester by a faculty committee. Program continuation is contingent upon a successful review. A professional internship is required for each MFA director. Additional information on degree requirements for this degree is available on the Music, Dance and Theatre graduate degree page.
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