Admission Requirements

The diploma accepts applicants holding a Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Department of Drama and Theatre Criticism, or its equivalent from relevant faculties.

It also accepts applicants holding higher qualifications from Egyptian universities or equivalent certificates accredited by the Supreme Council of Universities in non-specialized fields with at least a “Pass” grade, as well as graduates in the same field of specialization with a “Pass” grade.

Passing the written exam or personal interview conducted by the department is required.

The number of admitted students is determined annually by the department council in its July meeting each academic year.

Target Group

Egyptians – International students

Duration of Study

Minimum: 1 year — Maximum: 3 years

Application Period

From the beginning of August until the end of the second week after the start of classes

Credit Hours

24 hours

Program Advantages

The General Diploma in Drama and Theatre Criticism is one of the distinguished academic programs offered by the Department of Drama and Theatre Criticism. It combines in-depth theoretical study with practical applications in theatre, performing arts, and criticism.

The department not only receives applications but also actively promotes the program academically through faculty members who raise awareness via social media platforms, digital channels, scientific activities, and workshops, ensuring the program reaches a wider range of students and interested individuals.

The department follows a flexible admission policy that allows students from diverse academic backgrounds to enroll, whether graduates of drama and theatre criticism or non-specialists. This diversity enriches the learning environment and enhances critical dialogue and interdisciplinary integration. It is considered one of the program’s key strengths, preparing graduates capable of working in multiple artistic and academic fields.

The program is based on a comprehensive curriculum reflecting this academic and practical diversity, including foundational and advanced courses such as: Introduction to Theatre Studies and Types, Ancient Theatre, Dramatic Text Analysis, Theatre Craft, Theatre in the Middle Ages and Renaissance, East Asian Theatre, Research Methodologies, Poetic Theatre, Digital Theatre, Television Drama, Radio Drama, History and Appreciation of Music, History of Fine Arts, Theatre Anthropology, Theatre and Humanities, as well as courses in essay writing and critical editing.

This diversity helps prepare graduates with a broad knowledge base combining theoretical study, critical analysis, and interdisciplinary understanding of the arts. It qualifies them not only for theatre criticism but also for careers in directing, scriptwriting, artistic production, and research roles, as well as for postgraduate studies and contributing to academic research in the performing arts.

Skills Acquired by Graduates

Upon completion of the diploma, the graduate should be able to:

Analyze theatrical texts using modern critical approaches and understand dramatic structure and its historical evolution.

Understand the history of theatre from ancient theatre through the Middle Ages and Renaissance to contemporary theatre.

Gain knowledge of research methodologies in theatre studies and conduct academic research based on scientific standards.

Develop critical and editorial writing skills through courses in essay writing and critical editing.

Understand various performing arts such as television and radio drama and their relationship to theatre.

Explore global theatre traditions including East Asian theatre, poetic theatre, and digital theatre.

Strengthen interdisciplinary understanding through studying music history and visual arts in relation to theatrical performance.

Develop anthropological and philosophical awareness of theatre through courses such as Theatre Anthropology and Theatre and Humanities.

Acquire comparative critical analysis skills between different theatrical schools and traditions.

Contact Information

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