Master of Scenic Design and Technology at West Virginia University

    Master of Scenic Design and Technology at West Virginia University

    Master of Scenic Design and Technology at West Virginia University

    International students can study the Scenic Design and Technology at West Virginia University on the Morgantown campus in United States of America. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 2 years and is offered at the Morgantown campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 16, 2027.

    About Master of Scenic Design and Technology

    Training in Scene Design begins with the mastery of basic design skills and develops to the more advanced creation os stage-worlds using a combination of practical problem- solving with conceptual ideas that enhance and extend the performance's meaning.

    Training in:

    • Traditional techniques and industry standard digital media
    • Design
    • Model Building
    • SketchUp
    • AutoCAD
    • Vectorworks
    • Adobe Illustrator
    • Adobe Photoshop
    • Scene Painting
    • Stage Properties
    • Teaching

    Faculty includes:

    • Prof. Tammy Honesty, Scene Design (USITT)
    • Prof. Steven Neuenschwander, Technical Director (ETCP, USITT)

    Application Deadlines

    Each graduate program sets their own terms of admission and application deadlines. Applicants can only apply for admission for the terms displayed below. Any questions regarding the application deadline should be directed to the graduate program representative.

    Fall: August 1
    Spring: January 1

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Scenic Design and Technology at West Virginia University

    Entry Requirements

    You must have a bachelor's degree from a properly recognized institution.

    The minimum cumulative grade-point average (GPA) is 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Some programs have higher minimum GPA requirements. Please consult with a representative from your program for details.

    Tips:

    WVU considers Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana to be comparable to US bachelor’s degrees under the following conditions: the HND is a 2-year program that followed a 2-year National Diploma (ND) or Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program, for a total of at least 4 years of post-secondary study. 

    Applicants with 3-year bachelor’s degrees can be reviewed for admission to graduate programs. We recommend asking your program contact if your coursework meets their expectations.

    WVU doesn’t require external credential evaluations. We can convert your GPA based on your academic records.

    WVU will accept the GPA, credential equivalency, and university recognition status from official WES ICAP evaluations if provided. This does not apply to other evaluation agencies.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Scenic Design and Technology at West Virginia University

    Application Fee 60

    How to Apply for Master of Scenic Design and Technology at West Virginia University

    1. Research the admission requirements for WVU and your program

    2. Establish English language proficiency

    3. Create an account and complete the graduate application

    4. Upload unofficial transcripts and supplemental materials

    5. Pay the non-refundable $60 application fee to submit the application

    6. Check your checklist and provide any required items

    7. After application approval, send official transcript for admission

    8. Plan for your travel and arrival

    Master of Scenic Design and Technology at West Virginia University
    West Virginia University
    West Virginia University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Morgantown

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