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    Performance Studies (M.A.)

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    Hamburg, DEMAIn-person2 yearsGerman
    15
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Performance Studies (M.A.) at University of Hamburg is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Hamburg, DE.

    About the program

    Combines reflections on social and cultural theory with artistic practice and aesthetic training in dance, theatre, choreography, and direction. Analyzes performances in performance art, popular culture, media, and everyday life, emphasizing body and movement techniques.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 15, 2026

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    18 months

    €27,000.00
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    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Performance Studies (M.A.) at University of Hamburg online or in-person?
    Performance Studies (M.A.) at University of Hamburg is offered in-person.
    How long does Performance Studies (M.A.) at University of Hamburg take to complete?
    Performance Studies (M.A.) at University of Hamburg is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How large is the Performance Studies (M.A.) at University of Hamburg cohort?
    Performance Studies (M.A.) at University of Hamburg typically enrolls around 15 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Performance Studies (M.A.) at University of Hamburg?
    Post-completion work rights for Performance Studies (M.A.) at University of Hamburg: 18 months