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Master of Fine Arts (Directing)

The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA)Sydney, Australia

Fee for international students

A$63,540 for the whole course (as of 2026)Source: CRICOS
Intakes
Not published
Duration
78 weeks
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Programme facts

Level
Master's
Duration
78 weeks
Language of teaching
English
Study mode
Not published
Credits
Not published
Intakes
Not published

About this programme

NIDA's Master of Fine Arts (Directing) assists highly talented early career practitioners to master the directing process through education and training in the components of production, the interpretation of text and the communication techniques required to engage with the contemporary audience. The course places strong emphasis on the collaborative role of the director in the theatrical process and challenges students to create and express their own vision in the context of international performance practice. This course provides students with the opportunity to analyse the theoretical underpinnings of the director's craft and combine knowledge, skills and techniques across many platforms of performance, including theatre and film. Students produce a short play or film in a public season, undertake a research project and participate in an international field trip.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites
Graduate applicants seeking admission must: have an undergraduate degree or five years of professional experience in an area relevant to directing; be fluent in spoken and proficient in written English language (8.0 IELTS or equivalent for international applicants); complete the project requirements (please refer to the NIDA website for full details)
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Data: CRICOS, Australian Government.