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Bristol Old Vic Theatre School

Bristol, England

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Admissions

Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Under 12 Students

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Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Under 12 Students

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MA Performance Design

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Under 12 Students

Training

Learn through specialist masterclasses led by staff and visiting practitioners

Develop a specialism in set, costume, lighting, projection, prop design or puppetry

Realize design work in at least one live production

Professional Development

Exhibit work at an end-of-year Graduate Exhibition

Meet industry professionals for one-to-one feedback and networking

A cohort of no more than eight supports close collaboration

School Info

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210

Enrollment

Costs & Aid

Home Tuition

£9,250

UK/EU students

International Tuition

£22,050

overseas students

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Program Highlights

Training

Learn through specialist masterclasses led by staff and visiting practitioners

Develop a specialism in set, costume, lighting, projection, prop design or puppetry

Realize design work in at least one live production

Professional Development

Exhibit work at an end-of-year Graduate Exhibition

Meet industry professionals for one-to-one feedback and networking

A cohort of no more than eight supports close collaboration

Program Highlights

Training

Learn through specialist masterclasses led by staff and visiting practitioners

Develop a specialism in set, costume, lighting, projection, prop design or puppetry

Realize design work in at least one live production

Professional Development

Exhibit work at an end-of-year Graduate Exhibition

Meet industry professionals for one-to-one feedback and networking

A cohort of no more than eight supports close collaboration

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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Official page · oldvic.ac.uk

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Deadline

Application DeadlineJul 20, 2026

Ma Performance Design · oldvic.ac.uk

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.

Portfolio (Required)

Portfolio should include art and performance design work

Portfolio should include a self-motivated design for a stage production where possible

Portfolio should show skills relevant to the intended design specialism

Ma Performance Design · oldvic.ac.uk

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

Portfolios are reviewed before interview invitations are issued

The panel includes the course leader and professional practitioners

The interview assesses design skill, practical experience, role understanding and communication

Applicants can ask questions and may be shown the School's facilities

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

Learn through specialist masterclasses led by staff and visiting practitioners

Develop a specialism in set, costume, lighting, projection, prop design or puppetry

Realize design work in at least one live production

Professional Development

Exhibit work at an end-of-year Graduate Exhibition

Meet industry professionals for one-to-one feedback and networking

A cohort of no more than eight supports close collaboration

Updated 1d ago