Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person OnlyUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•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
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)
CAREER OUTCOMES
•Industry showcase in final year with invited agents
•98% of graduates in employment or further study within 15 months
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Brenda Blethyn OBE — Oscar-nominated star of Secrets & Lies and ITV's Vera
•Bill Nighy — Oscar winner for The 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 & Ross White — Oscar winners for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)
•Erin Doherty — Princess Anne in The Crown (Netflix)
•Chris Geere — You're the Worst (FX)
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Audition
International Recall Audition (Philadelphia, PA)Jan 10–11, 2026
First Round Audition Fee
£15Waiver
Recall Audition Fee
£30Waiver
Prescreen Requirements
Monologues
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
Callback Requirements
Monologues
RECALL WORKSHOP
•Acting and movement sessions
•May be asked to re-present first-round audition material
•Workshop format with other candidates
Good to Know
UCAS APPLICATION
•Apply via UCAS — code W410
•UCAS deadline: January 14, 2026
•International applicants for Philadelphia: UCAS by December 1, 2025
AUDITION FEES
•First round: £15 (non-refundable)
•Recall workshop: additional £30
•Fee waivers available for eligible home students
ELIGIBILITY
•Typical offer: CCC at A-level or equivalent
•GCSE English Language grade 4 (C) minimum
•IELTS 6.5 overall for international students
•Exceptional talent may override academic requirements
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Submit video self-tape with three pieces after UCAS application
•Full guidance sent via email upon application
RECALL AUDITION
•By invitation only following successful first-round video
•Workshop-based format with acting and movement sessions
•May re-present first-round material
INTERNATIONAL AUDITIONS
•Philadelphia: January 10-11, 2026 (first-round videos due December 15)
•Shanghai: April 17-18, 2026
•GSA participates in URTA auditions in Philadelphia
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
•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
Program info updated Mar 27, 1:26 PM
TRAINING APPROACH
•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
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)
CAREER OUTCOMES
•Industry showcase in final year with invited agents
•98% of graduates in employment or further study within 15 months
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Brenda Blethyn OBE — Oscar-nominated star of Secrets & Lies and ITV's Vera
•Bill Nighy — Oscar winner for The 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 & Ross White — Oscar winners for Best Live Action Short Film (An Irish Goodbye, 2023)
•Erin Doherty — Princess Anne in The Crown (Netflix)
•Chris Geere — You're the Worst (FX)
Updated Mar 27, 1:26 PM
Academic School InformationTEF Silver
95%
Satisfaction
100%
Grad Rate
500
Enrollment
£28,500
Earnings
5yr after
Home Tuition
£9,790
UK/EU students
International Tuition
£24,300
overseas students
