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Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki

Helsinki, 🇫🇮 Finland
Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki campus
€12k - €18k/yr

Highlights

  • Finland’s largest artistic higher education institution
  • Pioneer in artistic research and pedagogy
  • Tuition-free for EU and EEA students
  • Modern facilities in the Kallio district
  • Diverse programs in performing arts and dance
  • Strong emphasis on international artistic collaboration

Subject Areas

TheatreDancePerformance

Student Life & Support

Campus Housing

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Programs Offered at Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki (24)

Offers programs in:

Arts & Design

Bachelor Programs (6)

Acting in Finnish

Acting

Acting
acting bachelor finlandtheatre acting finnish languagetheatre academy helsinkidrama acting degree finlandperforming arts acting helsinki
36 months Finnish Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Acting in Swedish

Acting

Acting
academy,actingartsbachelorfinland
36 months Swedish Full-time

€28,000/yr

Dance (Bachelor)

Dance

Dance
bachelorbachelorsdancefinlandundergraduate
36 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Directing (Bachelor)

Directing

Directing
study directingbachelor directing Finlandbachelor in directingdirecting in Helsinkidirecting program
36 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Dramaturgy (Bachelor)

Dramaturgy

Dramaturgy
(bachelor)babachelorbachelorsbeng
36 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Lighting and Sound Design (Bachelor)

Lighting Design

Design
academy,bachelordesignfinlandhelsinki
36 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Master Programs (15)

Dance Performance

Dance

Dance
Dance MasterMaster in DanceDance MSDance program FinlandDance Master Helsinki
24 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Choreography

Dance

Dance
choreographydancemaster in choreographystudy choreography in finlandchoreography degree
24 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

MA in Dance Pedagogy

Dance Pedagogy

Dance Pedagogy
masters in dance pedagogy in finlandmasters dance pedagogy helsinkimsc dance pedagogymasters in dance pedagogymsc dance pedagogy in finland
24 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Master's Studies in Directing

Directing

Arts & Performing Arts
directingfinlandgraduatemamaster
24 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Comparative Dramaturgy and Performance Research (CDPR)

Dramaturgy

Performing Arts
andcdprcomparativedramaturgyfinland
24 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Master in Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre, Master

Musical Theatre

Performing Arts
master in musical theatremaster performing artsinternational studentstage performanceperforming arts
24 months Finnish Full-time

Live Art and Performance Studies (LAPS)

Performance Art

Performance Art
graduate program performance artperformance art at Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinkilive art and performance studies (laps)master's in performance artmaster degree performance art
24 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Dramaturgy

Performing Arts

Performing Arts
dramaturgyfinlandgraduatemastermaster's degree
24 months Finnish Full-time

Lighting Design

Performing Arts

Fine Arts
designfinlandlightingmasterperforming arts
24 months Finnish Full-time

Directing

Performing Arts

Theatre Directing
theatre directing master Finlanddirecting performing artsstage direction mastertheatrical directing programTheatre Academy Helsinki
24 months Finnish Full-time

Costume Design

Performing Arts

Performing Arts
master's in performing artsstudy performing arts in finlandmaster's performing arts in finlandperforming arts program in helsinkimsc performing arts
24 months Finnish Full-time

Sound Design

Performing Arts

Performing Arts
master in performing arts in finlandmaster's in performing artsstudy performing arts in finlandperforming arts program in helsinkimaster performing arts in finnish
24 months Finnish Full-time

Acting

Performing Arts

Performing Arts
master performing artsinternational studentstage performanceperforming artsmaster's degree
24 months Finnish Full-time

Master's in Performing Arts

Scenography

Performing Arts

Performing Arts
performing arts program in Finnish languagepostgraduate performing artsmasters of performing artsperforming arts masters Helsinkiperforming arts degree
24 months Finnish Full-time

MA in Theatre Pedagogy

Theatre Pedagogy

Education
theatrepedagogyeducationmasterfinland
24 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

PhD Programs (3)

Doctoral Programme in Dance

Performing Arts

Performing Arts
artsdancedoctoraldoctoral programme in dancefinland
48 months Finnish Full-time

Doctoral Programme in Theatre and Drama

Performing Arts

Theatre and Drama
theatre PhDdrama doctorateperforming arts researchtheatre studiesFinland
48 months Finnish Full-time

Doctoral Programme of Artistic Research in Performing Arts

Performing Arts

Performing Arts
artisticartsdoctor of philosophydoctoraldoctorate
48 months English Full-time

€28,000/yr

Scholarships

Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki Admissions Requirements & Acceptance Rate

Intakes Fall, Spring
Tuition (per year) €12k - €18k/yr

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How much does Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki cost for international students?

Tuition at Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki ranges from €12k - €18k/yr per year. Costs vary by degree level and program. International students may also need to budget for housing, books, and living expenses.

When does Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki start its semesters?

Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki has intakes starting in Fall, Spring. Application deadlines typically fall 3-6 months before the semester start date. International students should apply earlier due to visa processing times — we recommend submitting applications 6-9 months ahead of the intended start date.

How many English-taught programs does Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki offer?

Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki offers 12+ programs taught in English, accessible to international students without local language proficiency. These span Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels across multiple disciplines.

Where is Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki located?

Theatre Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki is located in Helsinki, Finland 🇫🇮. The city offers an international student-friendly environment with access to academic facilities, accommodation, and cultural amenities.

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