Bachelor of Theatre Production at West Virginia University
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    Bachelor of Theatre Production at West Virginia University

    West Virginia University
    West Virginia University
    United States of America
    United States of America, Morgantown
    University Rank:#1001
    Bachelor of Theatre Production at West Virginia University

    International students can study the Theatre Production at West Virginia University on the Morgantown campus in United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the Morgantown campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 16, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Theatre Production

    The minor in Theatre Production is intended for any WVU undergraduate student who has an interest in the study of basic theatrical production. A student must declare his or her intention to complete a minor in theatre production at the School of Theatre & Dance main office located in room 305A in the Creative Arts Center.  It is the responsibility of the student to obtain information about the minor and to complete all of the required courses. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in all minor courses.

    FOUNDATION IN PRODUCTION (4 Credits) - Choose from the following:4
    THET 103
    & THET 104
    		Stagecraft
    and Stagecraft Lab
    -or-
    THET 105
    & THET 106
    		Costuming
    and Costuming Lab
    STAGE MANAGEMENT (3 Credits):3
    THET 113
    		Stage Management Principles
    INTERMEDIATE TECH. PRODUCTION* (3 Credits) - Choose ONE of the following:3
    THET 219S
    		Intermediate Costume Construction
    THET 220
    		Fundamentals of Lighting
    THET 221
    		Theatre Makeup
    THET 222S
    		Drafting for the Stage
    PRACTICUM (4 Credits):4
    THET 200
    		Production Practicum
    THET 400
    		Advanced Production Practicum
    THET 400
    		Advanced Production Practicum
    THET 400
    		Advanced Production Practicum
    ADVANCED TECHNICAL PRODUCTION* (6 Credits) - Choose TWO of the following:6
    THET 310S
    		Stagecraft 2
    THET 312
    		Theatrical Rigging
    THET 321S
    		Stage Properties
    THET 423S
    		Costume Crafts
    THET 424
    		Advanced Technical Production
    THET 425S
    		Advanced Costume Construction
    THET 427
    		Lighting Technology
    THET 428S
    		Scene Painting
    THET 429S
    		Sound Seminar
    THET 435
    		Theatre Health and Safety
    Total Hours20
    *

     Please note that many classes have pre-requisites.  See below for some suggested tracks that follow the correct pre-requisites.  Please meet with a theatre faculty member for assistance in choosing your courses.

    Scenery Construction Track:
    THET 103Stagecraft3
    THET 104Stagecraft Lab1
    THET 113Stage Management Principles3
    THET 222SDrafting for the Stage3
    THET 310SStagecraft 23
    THET 424Advanced Technical Production3
    THET 200Production Practicum1
    THET 400Advanced Production Practicum1
    THET 400Advanced Production Practicum1
    THET 400Advanced Production Practicum1
    Total Hours20
    Costume Construction Track:
    THET 105Costuming3
    THET 106Costuming Lab1
    THET 113Stage Management Principles3
    THET 219SIntermediate Costume Construction3
    or THET 221 Theatre Makeup
    THET 423SCostume Crafts3
    THET 425SAdvanced Costume Construction3
    THET 200Production Practicum1
    THET 400Advanced Production Practicum1
    THET 400Advanced Production Practicum1
    THET 400Advanced Production Practicum1
    Total Hours20
    Lighting Technology Track:
    THET 103Stagecraft3
    THET 104Stagecraft Lab1
    THET 113Stage Management Principles3
    THET 220Fundamentals of Lighting3
    THET 427Lighting Technology3
    THET 429SSound Seminar3
    THET 200Production Practicum1
    THET 400Advanced Production Practicum1
    THET 400Advanced Production Practicum1
    THET 400Advanced Production Practicum1
    Total Hours20

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Theatre Production at West Virginia University

    Entry Requirements

    • Must have at least a 2.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale for general admission.
    • Must meet English Proficiency or request conditional admission and admission to the Intensive English Program (IEP).
    • Please be advised that some Engineering majors may reach capacity and therefore will be restricted from entry.
    • For direct admission to some colleges and majors, SAT or ACT scores are required and must be sent to WVU directly from the respective testing services. Please review the program requirements. For all other majors, international students are encouraged but not required to submit SAT or ACT scores, if available. SAT/ACT scores are useful for determining scholarship eligibility.
    • WVU welcomes applications from students with IGCSE and O-Level Certificates from an approved UK exam board for admissions consideration. We require a minimum of five subject passes, of which two must be English and Mathematics. The average of the grades must be at least a 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale). A passing grade in the subject of English will be accepted as evidence of sufficient English ability.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Theatre Production at West Virginia University

    Application Fee 60

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Theatre Production at West Virginia University

    1. Review the admissions requirements, English Language Proficiency requirements (scores are for undergraduate levels only) and our undergraduate application deadlines.
    2. To apply for an on-campus program, complete either the WVU Application or the Common App and include the nonrefundable fee of $65.

      WVU Application The Common App

      To apply for an online program, use the steps for WVU Online Campus applicants.

    3. Have your Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic or Duolingo English Test scores sent to WVU.
    4. Send the following information to WVU:
      • Copies of all official academic records/transcripts in original language of issue (transcripts from U.S. institutions must be sent to WVU directly from the institutions).
      • Copies of all academic certificates or diplomas in original language of issue.
      Note: Original or certified copies of official records/transcripts must be submitted after admission or upon arrival.
      • English translations of academic records/transcripts and certificates/diplomas.
    Bachelor of Theatre Production at West Virginia University
    West Virginia University
    West Virginia University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Morgantown

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