Description
The Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Studies is offered by the Department of Theatre Studies of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Patras. It is a study program focusing on the theory, history, and practice of theatre and performing arts. Students acquire knowledge in theatre studies, dramaturgy, directing, acting, and theatre education, as well as skills in artistic creation and theoretical analysis. The program contributes to the development of graduates with artistic education and critical thinking.
Relation to Employment
The program aims at skills enabling careers in theatre, performing arts, cultural management, and artistic education. It includes theoretical and practical training, as well as links with cultural institutions and theatrical productions, preparing graduates for theatre organizations, cultural institutions, educational structures, and creative professions.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a secondary school leaving certificate and successful participation in national-level examinations or placement examinations.
Knowledge
The Undergraduate Program of the Department of Theatre Studies aims to educate scientists and creators with knowledge in theatre theory and history, dramaturgy, directing, acting, and performing arts. Students develop skills in artistic creation, theatrical analysis, stage expression, and the scientific approach to issues of theatre and culture.
Skills
The program equips students with skills in theatrical creation, stage expression, dramaturgical and theatre analysis, and linking theatre with culture and education. It includes theatre theory and history, acting, directing, dramaturgy, and performing arts, with primary training taking place in theatre workshops and artistic activities.
Competences
The department’s program provides knowledge in the theory and practice of theatre and performing arts, developing students’ abilities in theatrical creation, stage expression, theatre analysis, and use of diverse expressive media. Graduates gain capabilities in the scientific and artistic approach to issues of theatre, culture, and performative expression.