Theatre and Live Event Technology, Master's Degree
We will be participating in the first joint application round for Spring 2027, which takes place from 7 to 21 January 2027.
Studies
Expertise in Theatre and Live Event Technology
The Master’s Degree Programme in Theatre and Live Event Technology is designed for professionals in performance, theatre and live event technology who want to deepen their expertise and strengthen their leadership, management and development skills.
The studies prepare students for demanding technical-artistic roles and support the development of continuous learning, self-management and leadership capabilities in innovative and evolving work environments.
The programme emphasizes work-life expertise, which students bring into the studies through their professional experience. Shared discussions, critical reflection, peer learning and collaboration with other professionals broaden perspectives and deepen professional competence. The degree also supports networking and the continuous development of one’s own work and expertise together with others in the field.
This internationally unique master’s degree has been developed to meet the evolving needs of the industry. Graduates will have the opportunity to act as pioneers and innovators in the future development of the field.
Educational Content
Key themes
- Technical-artistic expertise and leadership
- Management of performance production processes
- Sustainable work community development
The studies focus on developing the ability to lead production processes and development projects in future-oriented technical-artistic environments. Theoretical studies, expert lectures and practical development work support the development of students’ own professional practice.
The programme is closely connected to working life. Current changes and future needs in the field are reflected in the study content through development assignments and research activities linked to students’ own work communities.
The degree consists of:
- 25 ECTS credits of advanced professional studies
- 5 ECTS credits of elective studies
- 30 ECTS credits for the master’s thesis
Learn more about the curriculum for the Master of Culture and Arts in Theatre and Live Event Technology in the Study Guide.
A master’s degree qualifies graduates for positions that require a higher university degree. In some sectors, a master’s degree may also be required for public positions, competitive tendering processes or funding applications.
Thesis: Working Life Development Project
The master’s thesis is typically based on a concrete development project carried out either in the student’s own workplace or in close collaboration with a company or organization in the field.
The thesis combines practical development work with a research-based approach. It provides an opportunity to explore and solve a professional development or research challenge in depth while strengthening students’ capabilities for independent expert work.
Flexible Multimodal Studies Alongside Work
The programme is designed to be completed alongside full-time work.
Studies are delivered through a flexible multimodal format that takes students’ prior expertise into account. The programme combines face-to-face and online learning with development assignments carried out in professional working environments.
Teaching takes place at the Metropolia Arabia Campus in Helsinki. The programme includes approximately 3–5 contact or online teaching days per month from September to August.
The extent of the degree is 60 ECTS credits, and the recommended duration for international students is one year.
Target Group
The programme is intended for professionals in theatre, performance and live event technology who wish to deepen their expertise, strengthen their leadership and management skills, and advance their qualifications through a master’s degree.
For detailed admission criteria, please visit the application system Studyinfo.fi.
Scholarships and tuition fees
Annual tuition fee 12 500 € for non-EU/EEA degree students.
This fee applies only to non-EU/EEA degree students.
Questions about the Master’s Degree in Theatre and Live Event Technology
You can also ask questions via our shared email
Send your questions by email to esitystekniikka [at] metropolia.fi (esitystekniikka[at]metropolia[dot]fi).
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Applying
- Application period-Start of studiesautumn 2027
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Instructions for applying
In the spring 2027 Joint Application 1 to higher education, you can apply to degree programmes that start in the autumn of 2027. The application period starts on the 7 January 2027 at 8 am and ends on the 21 January 2027 at 3 pm (local time in Finland).
All the information needed to apply can be found on the national Studyinfo.fi portal. At Studyinfo.fi you can find descriptions of degree programmes, application criteria, application instructions, application forms and much more.
Application fee
Applicants who are not citizens of the EU, EEA or Switzerland are required to pay an application fee in order to apply to higher education studies. The application fee of 100 euros is collected for applicants from countries outside EU/EEA seeking education leading to a degree in higher education. The Finnish National Agency of Education will collect the application fee in connection with filling in the Studyinfo application form. There is no application fee for Finnish or EU citizens.
The application fee does not guarantee that you will be offered admission to studies. The application fee is not refunded if you cancel your application or are not offered admission.
More about application fee in Studyinfo.fi.
Questions about application fees? Contact applicationfee [at] oph.fi (applicationfee[at]oph[dot]fi)The One Study Right Rule
The One Study Right Rule refers to legislative amendments entered into force on 1 August 2026. Under these amendments, a student’s study rights at the same or lower level will be terminated if they accept a new study right leading to a degree. The rule applies only to study rights at Finnish higher education institutions.
In order to be considered for the student selection, you must fill in the joint application form at Studyinfo.fi during the application period 7 January - 21 January 2027. The pre-assignment must be submitted as an attachment to the electronic joint application form during the application period, by 21 January 2027 3:00 p.m. the latest (local time in Finland).
Pre-assignments for spring 2027 Joint Application 1 will be published by the beginning of the application period.In order to be considered for student selection, you must pass the degree programme's own entrance examination as described in Studyinfo.fi. Entrance exam invitations are sent approximately one week before the entrance exam by email to the email address provided by the applicant on the application form.
Useful links
More information on the application process
Tel. +358 9 7424 5902, Mon-Wed 10 am – 12 pm
Starting studies
First, read guidelines common to all Metropolia degree students and then degree specific instruction below.
How to start Theatre and Live Event Technology Master's studies?
Instructions will be published later.