M.A. Performing Arts (Classical Dance, Music & Theatre)
Course Overview
M.A. Performing Arts program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is a postgraduate program designed to provide advanced research-grade training and senior-level performance practice in classical Indian dance, music, and theatre. This program focuses on equipping students with advanced theoretical knowledge and senior practice from the 1st semester itself. The curriculum covers advanced repertoire, composition, Natyashastra and aesthetics, multi-track recording, choreography for research, ethnomusicology, advanced theatre direction, and graduation-level capstone performance. Students gain advanced practical experience in dedicated repertoire studios, professional recording studios, and graduation performance stages. Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Senior Performers, Choreographers, and Performing Arts Academics’, enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Performing Arts along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Job Roles & Progression
| Duration | Role | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
| 0–2 Years | Soloist / Choreographer / Theatre Director / Pedagogy Lead | Joins at mid-tier with PG premium, performs solo recitals, choreographs ensemble work, directs theatre productions, teaches at academies, and builds international audience via digital channels. | ₹4.0–8.0 LPA |
| 2–5 Years | Senior Performer / Festival Programmer / Academy Faculty | Performs at major national festivals, curates programming, serves as faculty at major academies (Kalakshetra / NSD / BHU), and represents at ICCR international tours. | ₹8.0–16.0 LPA |
| 5–10 Years | Senior Pedagogue / Festival Director / Academy Senior Faculty | Heads festival programming, directs major academy departments, leads ICCR cultural diplomacy, earns Sangeet Natak Akademi senior recognition, and produces archival work. | ₹16.0–30.0 LPA |
| 10+ Years | Padma Awardee / Academy Director / Cultural Diplomat | National / international honour-level artist, heads major academies, serves as senior ICCR cultural ambassador, and shapes Indian classical-arts policy globally. | ₹30.0 LPA+ (highly variable) |
Course Details
Description: 4 Years Degree Program
No. of Seats: 40
No. of Credits: 160 minimum & as specified
The minimum eligibility for B.Sc. Diabetic Sciences is a pass in 10+2 with at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology from a recognized board (CBSE/ISC) or equivalent.
| Semester | Name of the Subject |
| Semester 1 | Human Anatomy Human Physiology Biochemistry Basic Principles of Nutrition Introduction to Diabetes Practical: Anatomy and Biochemistry Lab |
| Semester 2 | Pathophysiology of Diabetes Pharmacology Fundamentals of Diabetes Management Community Medicine and Public Health Practical: Diabetes Management and Patient Interaction |
| Semester 3 | Advanced Diabetes Management Endocrinology Diabetes Complications Clinical Psychology Practical: Monitoring and Managing Diabetic Patients |
| Semester 4 | Diabetes in Special Populations (Pediatric and Geriatric) Dietary Management in Diabetes Diabetes and Cardiovascular Diseases Research Methodology and Biostatistics Practical: Specialized Diabetes Care |
| Semester 5 | Gestational Diabetes Management Lifestyle Modification and Diabetes Diabetes in Critical Care Settings Diabetes Foot Care Practical: Foot Assessment and Lifestyle Counseling |
| Semester 6 | Advanced Therapeutics in Diabetes Insulin Pump Therapy Emerging Trends in Diabetic Technology Health Education and Promotion Practical: Insulin Pump Programming and Patient Training |
| Semester 7 | Clinical Internship in Diabetology Case Studies and Patient Management Practical: Diabetes Clinics and Hospitals |
| Semester 8 | Diabetes Unit Management Thesis/Research Project Entrepreneurship in Diabetes Care Practical: Clinical and Administrative Operations |
- Clinical Management of Diabetes: Proficiency in diagnosing, monitoring, and managing patients with diabetes and its complications.
- Dietary and Lifestyle Counseling: Skills in advising patients on diet, exercise, and lifestyle modifications to manage diabetes effectively.
- Diabetes Technology and Insulin Management: Knowledge of insulin pumps, glucometers, and emerging technologies in diabetic care.
- Patient Education and Public Health: Expertise in educating patients and communities on diabetes prevention and management.
- Specialized Diabetes Care: Focus on managing gestational diabetes, pediatric diabetes, and diabetes in elderly populations.
- Diabetes Unit Management: Skills to manage diabetes care units, including administrative tasks, compliance, and patient coordination.
- Certification in Advanced Diabetes Management: Training in advanced clinical care and therapeutic interventions for diabetic patients.
- Lifestyle and Dietary Management Certification: Focuses on dietary planning and lifestyle interventions for managing diabetes.
- Diabetes Technology Certification: Covers the use of modern diabetic technologies such as insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors.
- Public Health and Patient Education Certification: Emphasizes community-level education and diabetes prevention programs.
- Diabetes Unit Management Certification: Provides training in managing diabetes clinics and administrative operations.
- M.Sc. in Diabetes or Endocrinology
- Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetology
- Master’s in Clinical Nutrition
- Advanced Certifications in Diabetes Technology or Public Health
| Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
| 0-3 years | Diabetes Educator, Clinical Nutritionist | ₹4,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 per annum |
| 3-5 years | Diabetes Specialist, Lifestyle Coach | ₹6,50,000 – ₹8,50,000 per annum |
| 5-10 years | Senior Diabetes Care Specialist, Unit Manager | ₹8,50,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum |
| 10+ years | Director of Diabetes Care Services, Consultant Diabetologist | ₹12,00,000+ per annum |
Note: Salaries vary based on experience, location, and type of healthcare institution.
A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (B.A. in Performing Arts or relevant classical training preferred) with a minimum aggregate of 50% or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university.
M.A. Performing Arts students undergo hands-on training in advanced repertoire studios, advanced composition labs (Sibelius / Finale / Pro Tools), Natyashastra seminar rooms, multi-track recording studios, choreography studios with optional motion capture, and graduation performance stages.
- Senior Performance Mastery: National-level performer-grade capability in chosen tradition.
- Composition & Choreography Leadership: Capability to compose and choreograph original work.
- Theory & Aesthetics Research: Advanced research-grade knowledge of Natyashastra and aesthetics.
- Production Capability: Mastery of theatre production, lighting, costume, and direction.
- Pedagogy & Teaching Skills: Teaching-assistantship-level pedagogy capability.
- Cultural Diplomacy Readiness: Preparation for ICCR and international cultural-diplomacy assignments.
- Senior Sangeet Natak Akademi Certification: Premier national classical-arts credential.
- Advanced Theatre Direction Certification (NSD): Senior theatre credential.
- Senior ICCR Empanelled Artist Status: Cultural diplomacy credential.
- Certification in Ethnomusicology Research: Senior research credential.
- Advanced Arts Therapy Certification: Senior therapeutic-applications credential.
- Ph.D. in Performing Arts / Cultural Studies
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Performing Arts
- Senior Programs at Kalakshetra / NSD / Bhatkhande
- Master’s in Ethnomusicology (international universities)
- Senior Pedagogy Programs at major academies
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship (Applicable for Tuition Fees of 1st year only) | ||
| 200,000 ₹ | 15000 ₹ | >90% (20%) – 40,000 ₹ | >80% to 89.99% (10%) – 20,000 ₹ | >70% to 79.99% (5%) – 10,000 ₹ |
