Private school210

Bristol Old Vic Theatre School

Bristol, England

LGBTQ+

Start free

Program

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Under 12 Students

Program

Quick links

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Under 12 Students

Browse programs

Quick Links

MA Performance Design

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Under 12 Students

Quick Links

MA Drama Directing

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Quick Links

MA Screen Acting

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

12-24 Students

Quick Links

MA Drama Writing

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Under 12 Students

Quick Links

MA Performance Design

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Under 12 Students

Quick Links

MFA Professional Acting

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Quick Links

MFA Professional Voice Studies

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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

Snapshot

210

Enrollment

Costs & Aid

Home Tuition

£9,250

UK/EU students

International Tuition

£22,050

overseas students

Discover Uni

Program info updated 6d ago

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.

University AppApplication

Apply

School Website· Only option

Official Source

Program AppApplication

Deadline

Application DeadlineJul 20, 2026

Official Source

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

Official Source

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 6d ago