Mozarteum University Salzburg·Theatre
Master of Arts (MA)
The Master's programme in Applied Theatre focuses on the exploration of participatory and immersive theatre practices. It aims to transform theatrical art into social engagement, offering students opportunities to work artistically with diverse communities. Graduates are equipped to navigate professional roles in community-based performing arts, fostering artistic maturity and critical reflection in various cultural contexts.
Students study theatrical interventions in social fields, enhancing their skills in directing, dramaturgy, and performance. The curriculum emphasizes practical and theoretical engagement with community and social issues, encouraging creativity and artistic exploration.
The program is modular, structured into practice-oriented modules complemented by theoretical classes. Students engage in workshops, project work, and public presentations, ensuring a transition from academic learning to professional practice.
Graduates gain competencies in artistic direction, critical analysis of performance art, and the application of theatre in social contexts. They develop skills in teamwork, self-evaluation, and pedagogical approaches to theatre.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Summer 2026
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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5020 SalzburgSingle rooms, double rooms