Through specialized courses in directing, screenwriting, producing, and visual design combined with a solid foundation in production, the program prepares students to further their mastery of the art of directing. Students will direct multiple advanced film projects, with their work culminating in a thesis short or feature.

The Theatre School s Master of Fine Art (MFA) degree in directing is a three-year program that allows directors to develop and explore their artistic vision and apply their ideas through constant collaboration with other artists. Coursework is focused on preparation research, theory and analysis as well as practical application through scene study, workshops, and quarterly full-length directing assignments.