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MA Drama Writing at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School: Acceptance Rate & Admissions

Program class size: Very Small

The MA Drama Writing program at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School has a very small class size. Program-level acceptance rates are rarely published, so class size is provided as a useful indicator of cohort scale.

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Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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Under 12 Students

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Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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Under 12 Students

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Training

•Receive one-to-one feedback from dramaturgs, literary managers, producers and directors

•Write across stage, radio and screen with collaborative creative teams

•Create a broadcast-quality 15-minute radio play

Professional Development

•Visit regional and national producing venues

•Present a full-length play as a script-in-hand reading at the New Writing Festival

•A class of eight supports detailed mentoring from the Head of Course

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Home Tuition

£9,250

UK/EU students

International Tuition

£22,050

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Program Highlights

Training

•Receive one-to-one feedback from dramaturgs, literary managers, producers and directors

•Write across stage, radio and screen with collaborative creative teams

•Create a broadcast-quality 15-minute radio play

Professional Development

•Visit regional and national producing venues

•Present a full-length play as a script-in-hand reading at the New Writing Festival

•A class of eight supports detailed mentoring from the Head of Course

Program Highlights

Training

•Receive one-to-one feedback from dramaturgs, literary managers, producers and directors

•Write across stage, radio and screen with collaborative creative teams

•Create a broadcast-quality 15-minute radio play

Professional Development

•Visit regional and national producing venues

•Present a full-length play as a script-in-hand reading at the New Writing Festival

•A class of eight supports detailed mentoring from the Head of Course

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Deadline

Application deadlineMar 19, 2026

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Prescreen Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Creative Sample (Required)

•Creative sample must include 25 minutes of continuous dramatic writing for the stage

Statement (Required)

•Submit an application statement

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Apply directly to BOVTS through the course page

•BOVTS does not use UCAS

•One application is permitted per applicant each year

Eligibility

•BOVTS cannot accept students who require a UK study visa for 2026–27 entry

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Application materials are reviewed before interview invitations are issued

•Interviews are normally held in person with a two-person panel

•An online interview is available if preferred

•Selection considers writing craft, practical experience, industry knowledge and training potential

Scholarship Info

Funding Options

•BOVTS and UWE Bristol administer bursaries and scholarships each year

•Postgraduate students can consult the School's external scholarship list

•Eligibility varies by award

School Info

Snapshot

210

Enrollment

Costs & Aid

Home Tuition

£9,250

UK/EU students

International Tuition

£22,050

overseas students

Discover Uni

Training

•Receive one-to-one feedback from dramaturgs, literary managers, producers and directors

•Write across stage, radio and screen with collaborative creative teams

•Create a broadcast-quality 15-minute radio play

Professional Development

•Visit regional and national producing venues

•Present a full-length play as a script-in-hand reading at the New Writing Festival

•A class of eight supports detailed mentoring from the Head of Course

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