Overview

A variety of options, related to performance, teaching, culture and research is offered and are dependent on the choice of the student after consultation with the Department. This Performing Arts programme from University of Namibia is recommended and appropriate for all performing arts practitioners

Curriculum

The MA (Performing Arts) programme consists of two parts. In the first year, students will complete an academic coursework course and examination. In the second year, students will write a research thesis.

Candidates must complete a thesis on a topic selected in consultation with the Department, subject to the general regulations for Master’s degree studies at the University. Candidates will undertake advanced studies and research under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by Senate.

After consultation with the supervisor, the candidate must submit the thesis to Senate for approval. Such a thesis should constitute an application of the methods of research and some contribution to the advancement of knowledge in the performing arts. A candidate may be required to attend a course or Courses approved by Senate relating to research methods

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Research Process
Qualitative Research Design
Performance and Research
Creative Research Design
Seminars and Presentations
Writing Proposals, Reports and Publishing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

88 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Windhoek, Namibia

Disciplines

Visual Arts Drama Dance

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

To qualify for admission to the MA (Performing Arts) programme, a candidate must normally be in possession of the any of the following qualifications with a final mark in the major(s) of that qualification which complies with the University's regulations regarding admission to postgraduate studies:
A recognised four-year Bachelor's degree
A recognised Honours degree
A recognised postgraduate diploma
A recognised qualification e quivalent to the above
Students who wish to register for the MA (Performing Arts) programme should apply in writing to the Head of Department before 31 October of the year preceding intended registration.
Students who are admitted to the MA (Performing Arts) programme may be required to do additional Courses, before or together with the programme.
Students will not be allowed to major in fields for which their previous qualifications do not qualify them.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

50200 NAD / year

≈ 50200 NAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

46700 NAD / year

≈ 46700 NAD / year

Additional Details

Tuition + International Student Levy NAD 3 500.

Living costs

Windhoek

Namibia

10175 - 12578 NAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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