Theatre Certificate

The Certificate in Theatre may be completed by any University of Wisconsin–Madison undergraduate student who is not a declared Theatre major. Theatre is a collaborative art form with many varied disciplines and talents working together to create a unified piece of art.

This certificate program offers students the ability to develop knowledge and skills in the theatre discipline. The requirements are designed to be flexible enough for a student to pursue an individual area of interest (for example, in acting, in technical theatre, in costume design, or in stage management) or a combination. This flexible program allows students to shape an individualized plan on study in the certificate with an advisor, to support and/or complement studies in their major or field of study.

How to Get in

All current UW-Madison undergraduates are eligible to complete the certificate, with the exception of students completing the Theatre and Drama major.

To declare the certificate, students must meet with the theatre and drama academic advisor to discuss focus paths and to complete the theatre certificate declaration form.

Requirements

The Certificate in Theatre requires a minimum of 16 credits, with at least 8 credits taken in residence. Completion of the certificate requires a minimum GPA of 2.5 in certificate coursework.

Certificate Completion Requirement

This undergraduate certificate must be completed concurrently with the student’s undergraduate degree. Students cannot delay degree completion to complete the certificate.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate basic proficiency in one or more areas of theatre study.
2. Demonstrate understanding of basic theatre concepts and methodology.