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No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredNo University App

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Highly SelectiveUnder 12 Students

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No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredNo University App

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In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Highly SelectiveUnder 12 Students

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MA Directing

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredNo University App

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Highly SelectiveUnder 12 Students

Training

One-year MA in Directing

Work alongside MFA Acting students in core training (acting, voice, movement)

Mentorship from established industry directors

Performance & Productions

Full creative and technical support for final production

Teaching may include blended learning (online/onsite)

Notable Alumni

Rebecca Frecknall — Olivier-nominated; Cabaret on Broadway, Almeida Theatre Associate Director

Polly Findlay — RSC, National Theatre

Tinuke Craig — Lyric Hammersmith Artistic Associate

Professional Development

Assist professional directors on in-house and external productions

Collaborate on devised original theatre

Direct a fully staged, industry-facing production in final term

School Info

Snapshot

Offer Rate

81%

Satisfaction

2025, 1 course, n=25

95%

Grad Rate

365

Enrollment

£30k

Earnings

1yr after

Costs & Aid

Home Tuition

£9,525

UK/EU students

International Tuition

£26,631

overseas students

Discover Uni

Program info updated Aug 20, 2:54 PM

Program Highlights

Training

One-year MA in Directing

Work alongside MFA Acting students in core training (acting, voice, movement)

Mentorship from established industry directors

Performance & Productions

Full creative and technical support for final production

Teaching may include blended learning (online/onsite)

Notable Alumni

Rebecca Frecknall — Olivier-nominated; Cabaret on Broadway, Almeida Theatre Associate Director

Polly Findlay — RSC, National Theatre

Tinuke Craig — Lyric Hammersmith Artistic Associate

Professional Development

Assist professional directors on in-house and external productions

Collaborate on devised original theatre

Direct a fully staged, industry-facing production in final term

Program Highlights

Training

One-year MA in Directing

Work alongside MFA Acting students in core training (acting, voice, movement)

Mentorship from established industry directors

Performance & Productions

Full creative and technical support for final production

Teaching may include blended learning (online/onsite)

Notable Alumni

Rebecca Frecknall — Olivier-nominated; Cabaret on Broadway, Almeida Theatre Associate Director

Polly Findlay — RSC, National Theatre

Tinuke Craig — Lyric Hammersmith Artistic Associate

Professional Development

Assist professional directors on in-house and external productions

Collaborate on devised original theatre

Direct a fully staged, industry-facing production in final term

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Fees

First Round Interview Fee

£15

Second Round Recall Fee

£24

Deadline

Application DeadlineMay 1, 2026

Ma Directing · lamda.ac.uk

Interview 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.

Resume

Required: submit a CV with the application form

Statement

Required: submit a personal statement with the application form

Portfolio

Optional: portfolio, website, or links to work online are recommended but not compulsory

Upload the portfolio with your application or email it before the interview

Ma Directing · lamda.ac.uk

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply directly to LAMDA via Ellucian portal — click Apply Now on course page

Application form requires CV and Personal Statement

No UCAS required for postgraduate courses

If applying to multiple LAMDA courses, email admissions@lamda.ac.uk

Eligibility

Must have completed university degree or have adequate professional experience

Substantial involvement in theatre required

Non-native English speakers need IELTS 7.0 if offered a place

What's The Process

Audition Process

40-minute interview via Zoom with two LAMDA practitioners

Discussion covers Personal Statement and CV

Portfolio/website recommended but optional

Practical session followed by interview

Takes place May-July (dates may vary)

Admissions team provides details ahead of recall

Decisions

Results within 2-3 weeks

Scholarship Info

Financial Support

UK postgraduate master's loans may be available for eligible students

US Federal Direct Loans cover eligible full-time postgraduate courses lasting a year or more

Application and recall fee waivers may be available through the Pathways Programme

Scholarships

LAMDA scholarship support is means-tested and available across cohorts

Leverhulme Arts Scholarships provide full and partial support for incoming degree students

Scholarship application forms are sent to offer holders and require budget information

School Info

Snapshot

Offer Rate

81%

Satisfaction

2025, 1 course, n=25

95%

Grad Rate

365

Enrollment

£30k

Earnings

1yr after

Costs & Aid

Home Tuition

£9,525

UK/EU students

International Tuition

£26,631

overseas students

Discover Uni

Training

One-year MA in Directing

Work alongside MFA Acting students in core training (acting, voice, movement)

Mentorship from established industry directors

Performance & Productions

Full creative and technical support for final production

Teaching may include blended learning (online/onsite)

Notable Alumni

Rebecca Frecknall — Olivier-nominated; Cabaret on Broadway, Almeida Theatre Associate Director

Polly Findlay — RSC, National Theatre

Tinuke Craig — Lyric Hammersmith Artistic Associate

Professional Development

Assist professional directors on in-house and external productions

Collaborate on devised original theatre

Direct a fully staged, industry-facing production in final term

Updated Aug 20, 2:54 PM