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Bachelor of Theatre and Interpretation in Design and Technical Theatre

Central Michigan University

  • Mount Pleasant, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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Central Michigan University campus

About the program

The programme trains students in the visual and technical side of live performance, including costumes, props, sound, staging and lighting.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational and applied understanding of Theatre and Interpretation in Design and Technical Theatre. Analyze discipline-specific problems and communicate findings clearly. Apply relevant research or professional methods in academic or practical contexts.

Career outcomes

  • Producer or director
  • set and exhibit designer
  • art director
  • stage makeup artist
  • special effects makeup artist
  • actor

Curriculum

  • Students begin with foundations of live performance and then follow the design and technical concentration: scenery
  • lighting
  • costume design and theatre technology alongside theatre classes. Training uses a large costume collection
  • a design and technology lab
  • scene and costume shops and CAD software. The degree is 70 credit hours.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • High school diploma or equivalent (transcripts for grades 9-11 accepted for an early decision
  • Graduation required before enrolment) or college transcripts for transfer
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof of funds for the I-20.

Accepted academic background

High school diploma or equivalent (grades 9-11 transcripts for a decision, Graduation required before enrolment), Transfer applicants with college credit follow transfer rules

Language tests

  • TOEFL iBT 79
  • IELTS 6.5
  • PTE Academic 53
  • Duolingo 100

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport Copy
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Qualification Certificates
  • English Proficiency Evidence If Required
  • Proof of Financial Support
  • Supporting Immigration Documents If Applicable

How to apply

  1. Review the program admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year$22,050 USD
Application fee$55 USD
Deposit$2,000 USD

Program details

CampusMain Campus
Faculty or schoolCollege of the Arts and Media
DepartmentTheatre and Dance
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1
Scholarship noteScholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

  • Program starts

    January 2028

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.