Master’s Concentration
Professional Dramatic Writing: Master’s Degree
Cultivate your passion for creating texts that are meant to be performed in person, on film, on radio, or in new media such as podcasts. You’ll progress toward mastering the fundamentals of writing for the most popular kinds of performance in this program designed for aspiring playwrights, screenwriters, and spoken word artists. Hone the skills needed to excel in writing for the stage and screen while exploring influential masterworks.
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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible online format.
At a Glance
Classes Next Begin
March 31
Term Length
10 Weeks
Master's Tuition
$835 per credit hour
Format
Asynchronous and Hybrid Online
Admission Details
Free Application. No GRE or GMAT
How Long to Finish
As quick as 18 months. Access a sample schedule
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Chris Heriza
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Skills You’ll Learn
Identify and analyze key elements of powerful drama
Define your audiences and write in ways that move and entertain them
Apply knowledge of drama fundamentals and genres to your own creative work.
Curriculum
Master of Arts in Professional Creative Writing with a concentration in Professional Dramatic Writing requires completion of 48 credit hours (12 courses).
5
Core Courses
4
Concentration Courses
3
Elective Courses
Interested in a graduate certificate?
Explore our four and six course graduate certificates in Professional Dramatic Writing.
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We know how important it is to get started when you’re ready. That’s why you can enroll in a course before you officially apply.
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Writer and Author Salary: National Average
$61,820
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Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
College of Professional Studies programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.
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