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Guildford School of Acting

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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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BA (Hons) Musical Theatre

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)

98% overall student satisfaction (NSS 2025)

Training

Triple-threat training with equally balanced dancing, singing, and acting

Small cohorts ensuring personal attention from expert practitioners

Student-centred learning with dialogue and collaborative approach

Notable Alumni

Michael Ball — original Les Miserables West End cast, Olivier Award winner, BBC Radio 2 presenter

Caroline Sheen — Mary Poppins (US tour lead), Les Miserables and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (West End)

Tom Chambers — Strictly Come Dancing winner, Holby City

Grace Mouat — originated Katherine Howard in Six, dance captain

Emma Barton — EastEnders, Strictly Come Dancing finalist

Michael Jibson — Hamilton (West End), Olivier Award winner for Best Supporting Actor

Professional Development

100% of postgraduate and 98% of undergraduate graduates employed or in further study

Alumni performing in West End productions including Hamilton, Wicked, Six, and The Lion King

School info

Snapshot

Satisfaction

81%

2025, 5 courses, n=105

Grad rate

100%

Enrollment

500

Earnings

£29k

5yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition

£9,790

UK/EU students

International tuition

£24,300

overseas students

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Program info updated Sep 13, 6:44 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)

98% overall student satisfaction (NSS 2025)

Training

Triple-threat training with equally balanced dancing, singing, and acting

Small cohorts ensuring personal attention from expert practitioners

Student-centred learning with dialogue and collaborative approach

Notable Alumni

Michael Ball — original Les Miserables West End cast, Olivier Award winner, BBC Radio 2 presenter

Caroline Sheen — Mary Poppins (US tour lead), Les Miserables and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (West End)

Tom Chambers — Strictly Come Dancing winner, Holby City

Grace Mouat — originated Katherine Howard in Six, dance captain

Emma Barton — EastEnders, Strictly Come Dancing finalist

Michael Jibson — Hamilton (West End), Olivier Award winner for Best Supporting Actor

Professional Development

100% of postgraduate and 98% of undergraduate graduates employed or in further study

Alumni performing in West End productions including Hamilton, Wicked, Six, and The Lion King

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)

98% overall student satisfaction (NSS 2025)

Training

Triple-threat training with equally balanced dancing, singing, and acting

Small cohorts ensuring personal attention from expert practitioners

Student-centred learning with dialogue and collaborative approach

Notable Alumni

Michael Ball — original Les Miserables West End cast, Olivier Award winner, BBC Radio 2 presenter

Caroline Sheen — Mary Poppins (US tour lead), Les Miserables and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (West End)

Tom Chambers — Strictly Come Dancing winner, Holby City

Grace Mouat — originated Katherine Howard in Six, dance captain

Emma Barton — EastEnders, Strictly Come Dancing finalist

Michael Jibson — Hamilton (West End), Olivier Award winner for Best Supporting Actor

Professional Development

100% of postgraduate and 98% of undergraduate graduates employed or in further study

Alumni performing in West End productions including Hamilton, Wicked, Six, and The Lion King

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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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

Songs

Requirements

Two Contrasting Songs (video self-tape)

One legit song from a musical written before 1965, up to 2 minutes

One contemporary song from a musical written after 1965, up to 2 minutes

Must sing to musical accompaniment — backing track or self-accompanied

Dance

Dance and Movement Exercises (Video Self-Tape)

Five short basic dance and movement exercises

Detailed exercise instructions provided via link after application

Auditions Interviews · gsauk.org

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Audition Requirements

Songs

Recall Workshop

May be asked to re-present first-round song material

One additional song chosen from a GSA-provided list

Monologues

Recall Workshop

One speech from a published play written since 1960, up to 2 minutes

Dance

Recall Workshop

Dance session included as part of recall workshop

Auditions Interviews · gsauk.org

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via UCAS — code W312

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 uses three video self-tape elements: legit song, contemporary song, and dance/movement exercises

Full guidance and dance exercise instructions are sent by email upon application

Audition Expectations

Invited applicants attend a recall audition workshop with acting, singing, and dance sessions

Candidates may be asked to re-present first-round song material

Prepare one post-1960 speech and one song chosen from a GSA-provided list

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

ATG Scholarship: £5,000 — funded by Ambassador Theatre Group, assessed on merit and need

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

Grad rate

100%

Enrollment

500

Earnings

£29k

5yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition

£9,790

UK/EU students

International tuition

£24,300

overseas students

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)

98% overall student satisfaction (NSS 2025)

Training

Triple-threat training with equally balanced dancing, singing, and acting

Small cohorts ensuring personal attention from expert practitioners

Student-centred learning with dialogue and collaborative approach

Notable Alumni

Michael Ball — original Les Miserables West End cast, Olivier Award winner, BBC Radio 2 presenter

Caroline Sheen — Mary Poppins (US tour lead), Les Miserables and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (West End)

Tom Chambers — Strictly Come Dancing winner, Holby City

Grace Mouat — originated Katherine Howard in Six, dance captain

Emma Barton — EastEnders, Strictly Come Dancing finalist

Michael Jibson — Hamilton (West End), Olivier Award winner for Best Supporting Actor

Professional Development

100% of postgraduate and 98% of undergraduate graduates employed or in further study

Alumni performing in West End productions including Hamilton, Wicked, Six, and The Lion King

Updated Sep 13, 6:44 PM