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Guildford School of Acting

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No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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Theatre

Composition & music studies

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BA (Hons) Theatre Production

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview 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)

Small cohorts with personal attention from expert practitioners

Two graduates won at the 2024 National Stage Management Awards

Training

Hands-on, immersive training in all aspects of theatre production

Covers sound, lighting, video, stage management, scenery construction, and scenic arts

Students take real responsibility in rehearsals and public performances from first term

Specialise in chosen production area as training progresses

Professional Development

Graduates work across West End, touring theatre, film, and television production

Alumni employed at venues including National Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, and commercial West End houses

98% of graduates in employment or further study within 15 months

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)

Small cohorts with personal attention from expert practitioners

Two graduates won at the 2024 National Stage Management Awards

Training

Hands-on, immersive training in all aspects of theatre production

Covers sound, lighting, video, stage management, scenery construction, and scenic arts

Students take real responsibility in rehearsals and public performances from first term

Specialise in chosen production area as training progresses

Professional Development

Graduates work across West End, touring theatre, film, and television production

Alumni employed at venues including National Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, and commercial West End houses

98% of graduates in employment or further study within 15 months

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)

Small cohorts with personal attention from expert practitioners

Two graduates won at the 2024 National Stage Management Awards

Training

Hands-on, immersive training in all aspects of theatre production

Covers sound, lighting, video, stage management, scenery construction, and scenic arts

Students take real responsibility in rehearsals and public performances from first term

Specialise in chosen production area as training progresses

Professional Development

Graduates work across West End, touring theatre, film, and television production

Alumni employed at venues including National Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, and commercial West End houses

98% of graduates in employment or further study within 15 months

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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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

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The university application must be submitted before the audition.

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via UCAS — code W450

UCAS application deadline: January 13, 2027

Eligibility

Typical offer: CCC at A-level or equivalent

Scottish Highers: BBBCC overall

T Level: pass overall with minimum C in the core component

GCSE English Language grade 4 (C) minimum; Scottish National 5 English Language grade C accepted

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

Important Notes

No audition or interview fee

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Subject talk and tour of GSA facilities

Short interview with panel including Technical Theatre staff

Approximately 15 minutes duration

No audition or portfolio required

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

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)

Small cohorts with personal attention from expert practitioners

Two graduates won at the 2024 National Stage Management Awards

Training

Hands-on, immersive training in all aspects of theatre production

Covers sound, lighting, video, stage management, scenery construction, and scenic arts

Students take real responsibility in rehearsals and public performances from first term

Specialise in chosen production area as training progresses

Professional Development

Graduates work across West End, touring theatre, film, and television production

Alumni employed at venues including National Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, and commercial West End houses

98% of graduates in employment or further study within 15 months

Updated Sep 13, 6:44 PM