Master in Theatre Art and Dramaturgy

National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts 'Krastyo Sarafov' · Sofia, Bulgaria

Master's DegreeBulgarian60 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

The Master in Theatre Art and Dramaturgy programme at National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts 'Krastyo Sarafov' (Faculty of Stage Arts) is a Master's Degree program delivered in Bulgarian over a duration of 1 year / 2 semesters (60 ECTS). This programme focuses on dramatic literature, script analysis, playwriting, performance theory, and production dramaturgy. Students work closely with directors and playwrights to develop production concepts. Graduates work as production dramaturgs, script editors, theatre critics, and literary managers.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): 1,150 BGN
Tuition (Non-EU students): €2,500/year — EU: 1,150 BGN
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2026-09-20
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2026-09-20
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 60
Language: Bulgarian
Study format: On Campus
Starts: October 2026 (Winter Semester 2026/2027)
Intake: Fall intake - once per year (competitive audition)

Language requirements

Required proficiency

Bulgarian proficiency; audition/interview in Bulgarian

Admission requirements

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant artistic field; competitive audition and interview

Required documents

Application; diploma; artistic portfolio/audition programme; application fee (70 EUR first exam); photos

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2026-09-20

Non-EU students

2026-09-20

Programme overview

DegreeMaster's Degree
Duration1 year
ECTS60
LanguageBulgarian
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryBulgaria
FacultyFaculty of Stage Arts

Official university

National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts 'Krastyo Sarafov'

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for Bulgaria, over 1 year of study.

	Tuition	Living	Total
EU/EEA	Fee not published	—	needs the fee
Non-EU	€2,500	—	needs the fee

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