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Guildford School of Acting

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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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BA (Hons) Acting

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program Recognition

Ranked 1st in UK for drama and music (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)

Ranked 3rd in UK for dance, drama, and cinematics (Complete University Guide 2026)

Training

Rooted in Stanislavsky, Lecoq, Hagen, Laban, and Bogart techniques

Emphasis on psycho-physical processes across acting, voice, and movement

Small cohorts ensuring personal attention from expert practitioners

Notable Alumni

Brenda Blethyn — OBE — Oscar-nominated star of Secrets & Lies and ITV's Vera

Bill Nighy — Oscar-nominated for Living, BAFTA winner for Love Actually

Ella Balinska — Charlie's Angels (2019), Resident Evil (Netflix)

Celia Imrie — The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Bridget Jones series

Tom Berkeley — Oscar winner for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)

Ross White — Oscar winner for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)

Chris Geere — You're the Worst (FX)

Professional Development

Industry showcase in final year with invited agents

100% of BA (Hons) Acting graduates go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA)

School info

Snapshot

Satisfaction

81%

2025, 5 courses, n=105

Continuation

100%

1 yr after entry

Enrollment

500

Earnings

£29k

5yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition & fees

£9,790

Home students · 2026-2027

International tuition & fees

£24,300

overseas students · 2026-2027

2026 · surrey.ac.uk Discover Uni

Program info updated Oct 2, 8:43 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Ranked 1st in UK for drama and music (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)

Ranked 3rd in UK for dance, drama, and cinematics (Complete University Guide 2026)

Training

Rooted in Stanislavsky, Lecoq, Hagen, Laban, and Bogart techniques

Emphasis on psycho-physical processes across acting, voice, and movement

Small cohorts ensuring personal attention from expert practitioners

Notable Alumni

Brenda Blethyn — OBE — Oscar-nominated star of Secrets & Lies and ITV's Vera

Bill Nighy — Oscar-nominated for Living, BAFTA winner for Love Actually

Ella Balinska — Charlie's Angels (2019), Resident Evil (Netflix)

Celia Imrie — The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Bridget Jones series

Tom Berkeley — Oscar winner for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)

Ross White — Oscar winner for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)

Chris Geere — You're the Worst (FX)

Professional Development

Industry showcase in final year with invited agents

100% of BA (Hons) Acting graduates go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA)

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Ranked 1st in UK for drama and music (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)

Ranked 3rd in UK for dance, drama, and cinematics (Complete University Guide 2026)

Training

Rooted in Stanislavsky, Lecoq, Hagen, Laban, and Bogart techniques

Emphasis on psycho-physical processes across acting, voice, and movement

Small cohorts ensuring personal attention from expert practitioners

Notable Alumni

Brenda Blethyn — OBE — Oscar-nominated star of Secrets & Lies and ITV's Vera

Bill Nighy — Oscar-nominated for Living, BAFTA winner for Love Actually

Ella Balinska — Charlie's Angels (2019), Resident Evil (Netflix)

Celia Imrie — The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Bridget Jones series

Tom Berkeley — Oscar winner for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)

Ross White — Oscar winner for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)

Chris Geere — You're the Worst (FX)

Professional Development

Industry showcase in final year with invited agents

100% of BA (Hons) Acting graduates go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA)

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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UCAS

Opens

Sep 1, 2026

Deadline

UCAS equal consideration deadlineJan 13, 2027

2027 Entry Ucas Applications Can Be Submitted 465631 · ucas.com 2027 Entry Deadline For All Undergraduate Courses Except Those With A 15 October Deadline 475546 · ucas.com

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the prescreen.

Fees

First Round Audition Fee

£15

Recall Audition Fee

£30

Auditions Interviews · gsauk.org

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.

Monologues

Requirements

Two Prepared Speeches + Creative Response (video self-tape)

One contemporary speech from a published play written since 2000, up to 2 minutes

One classical speech, preferably Shakespeare, up to 2 minutes

Creative Response

Response to a GSA-provided source image

May use movement, text (preferably self-written), song, or a combination

Auditions Interviews · gsauk.org

Audition Requirements

Monologues

Recall Workshop

Acting and movement sessions

You will also be asked to use your first-round audition material as part of these sessions

Workshop format with other candidates

Auditions Interviews · gsauk.org

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via UCAS — code W410

UCAS application deadline: January 13, 2027

Eligibility

Typical offer: CCC at A-level or equivalent

GCSE English Language grade 4 (C) minimum

IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, including 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each other element

Exceptional talent may override academic requirements

Important Notes

First round: GBP 15 (non-refundable)

Recall workshop: additional GBP 30

Fee waivers available for eligible home students

What's The Process

Audition Process

First round is a video self-tape submitted after applying via UCAS

Submit two speeches plus a creative response to a GSA-provided source image

Full guidance is sent by email upon application

Audition Expectations

Invited applicants attend a recall audition workshop

Workshop includes acting and movement sessions

Candidates will also be asked to use their first-round audition material during recall

University of Surrey lists an interview as part of selection; the public GSA requirements page does not publish a separate interview format

Scholarship Info

Gsa Scholarships

Shining Star Scholarship: £3,000/year for 3 years — for underrepresented students

Ella Balinska Scholarship: £2,000 — for first-year BA Acting students from the Global Majority

South Square Trust Scholarship: £5,000/year (may extend to 2nd year) — assessed on merit and need

Jill James Bursary: £2,000/year for 3 years — for students from areas of high deprivation

Doris & Hilda Farmer Charitable Trust Bursary: £1,000

Mary Woolfe Charitable Trust Bursary: £1,000

University Support

University of Surrey Bursary: up to £3,000 for eligible students

Audition fee waivers available for widening participation students

Travel bursary of £40 for interview/open day attendance

School info

Snapshot

Satisfaction

81%

2025, 5 courses, n=105

Continuation

100%

1 yr after entry

Enrollment

500

Earnings

£29k

5yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition & fees

£9,790

Home students · 2026-2027

International tuition & fees

£24,300

overseas students · 2026-2027

2026 · surrey.ac.uk Discover Uni

Program Recognition

Ranked 1st in UK for drama and music (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)

Ranked 3rd in UK for dance, drama, and cinematics (Complete University Guide 2026)

Training

Rooted in Stanislavsky, Lecoq, Hagen, Laban, and Bogart techniques

Emphasis on psycho-physical processes across acting, voice, and movement

Small cohorts ensuring personal attention from expert practitioners

Notable Alumni

Brenda Blethyn — OBE — Oscar-nominated star of Secrets & Lies and ITV's Vera

Bill Nighy — Oscar-nominated for Living, BAFTA winner for Love Actually

Ella Balinska — Charlie's Angels (2019), Resident Evil (Netflix)

Celia Imrie — The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Bridget Jones series

Tom Berkeley — Oscar winner for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)

Ross White — Oscar winner for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)

Chris Geere — You're the Worst (FX)

Professional Development

Industry showcase in final year with invited agents

100% of BA (Hons) Acting graduates go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA)

Updated Oct 2, 8:43 PM

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