MFA (Dramatic Writing)
MFA (Dramatic Writing)
The Master of Fine Arts Dramatic Writing is an industry-focused course designed to support and accelerate the careers of new writers telling compelling stories across stage and screen. Students undergo a rigorous exploration of the building blocks of dramatic craft applied across theatre, film, television and interactive and immersive writing….
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Fine Arts Dramatic Writing is an industry-focused course designed to support and accelerate the careers of new writers telling compelling stories across stage and screen.
Students undergo a rigorous exploration of the building blocks of dramatic craft applied across theatre, film, television and interactive and immersive writing. This is a practice-based course that structures learning around imaginative writing exercises and the development of a portfolio of projects, including two full-length works and multiple outlines ready to pitch. Students also develop professional friendships and undertake collaborative projects, such as working in TV writers’ rooms, as well as working with directors and actors to workshop scenes and productions across stage and screen.
This is an intensive course with a significant workload designed to prepare students for life as a professional writer. However, it also offers flexibility and a safe, supportive and stimulating environment where students can be curious, experiment with form and subject matter, and explore their own unique imagination and voice. We believe that some of our most important stories are those least told and strongly encourage applications from First Nations and other writers from underrepresented communities. Building inclusive and collaborative environments and understanding issues of story ownership is seen as core to developing an ethical practice.
The course is focused on developing versatile and adaptive dramatic writers capable of having sustainable writing careers. With the capacity to work across theatre, film and television, students receive a thorough overview of those industries, illustrated by industry guests, and how to generate opportunities to pitch themselves and their projects. NIDA’s strong links with industry facilitates pathways into those industries as well as allows students to begin establishing a network of professional connections.
Career outcomes
Our graduates may be employed writers for stage and screen, as well as other dramatic genres, including dramatic podcasts and interactive storytelling. Students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to access and navigate a rapidly changing industry landscape and practices.
Potential careers include
Playwright
Screenwriter
Dramaturg
Script Editor/developer
Narrative designer
And other forms of dramatic writing
REQUIREMENTS
- Have completed an undergraduate degree (in any area) or have five years relevant experience in a related area.
- Be proficient in written and spoken English.
- have successfully completed a Genuine Temporary Entry (GTE) interview.
- have an English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 8.0
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
National Institute of Dramatic Art is a national training institute for students of theatre, film, and television. It is a private institution located in Kensington, Sydney and was established in the year 1958. The College offers courses in design, stage management, event management, lighting, sound, costume making, wardrobe management, scenery construction, properties and special effects. These courses are offered in the full time as well as part time mode. Additionally, the College has a corporate training division that offers a range of business courses.
