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Guildford School of Acting

Unlock your potential at one of the UK’s leading accredited drama schools. Pursue a masters degree in a dynamic, creative environment, guided by leading industry experts. Benefit from hands-on training and the opportunity to practice, perform and produce in a range of theatres on campus and beyond.
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Key statistics

Highly respected and ranked 1st in UK

Ranked number one in the UK in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026 for drama and music, our graduates are some of the best known award-winning performers and producers.

Cultural sector connections

Benefit from Surrey’s proximity to London’s Theatreland, and established links with West End directors, agents and audiences.

Wide-ranging programmes

Choose from MA and MFA programmes in acting, musical theatre, production, singing and teaching, as well as theatre (online, distance learning).

Scholarships and awards

A total of £6 million has been dedicated to a range of scholarships and awards to support international students, regardless of where you are from or what you are looking to study.

Apply now for 2026

Discover our masters courses starting at GSA in September 2026.

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Why students love us

Testimonials

  • "I really loved the fact that no matter what your skill level was, the instructors tried to find the best ways to teach us all individually."

    Asya Toney Musical Theatre MFA Student profile

  • "The student body within the course is also pretty international and assorted – with everyone drawing from their previous undergrads or past performing experiences, creating a rich soup of distinct practices, skills, and knowledge..."

    Daniel Hintner Acting MFA Student profile

  • "It’s a privilege to work in a community of professionals who constantly strive to achieve the best possible results, through the common belief that what we do is special and everlasting."

    Alessandro Rossetti MA Student profile

Campus and beyond

Start planning your adventure with a range of information about university life at Surrey.

We're here to help

We know choosing where to study is a big decision, and questions will come up along the way. The FAQs below cover the most common queries, but if you need further support, our friendly team is here to help.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get a prospectus?
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The most up-to-date and detailed information on the courses we offer and related matters is available on our postgraduate degree pages, but you can view our digital postgraduate prospectus too.

What are the fees for my chosen course?
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Please see our tuition fees section for the latest information on our fees.

Is there a September intake as well as February?
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All of our courses start in September and some also have a February intake. Please visit the programme webpage to check the availability of your chosen programme.

What are the English language requirements?
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The score or level of English language required varies between courses. Please visit the individual postgraduate degree pages to see the requirements for each one.

The qualifications we can accept as evidence of English language ability are available on our English language requirements page.

If you are an international student planning to study on a degree course with us but don't meet our initial English language requirements, you may benefit from our pre-sessional English language courses. You can find further information about these courses on the Pre-sessional English language courses webpage.

Can you accept my international qualifications?
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If you have taken or are taking non-UK based qualifications, please check our international students pages for information on the entry requirements from your country.

If your country isn’t listed, contact the Admissions team for more information.

How do I apply?
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For postgraduate taught programmes, you apply directly to us through the relevant course page. Take a look at our how to apply guide for all the information you need to apply to Surrey.

What sources of funding are available?
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Take a look at our scholarships and bursaries page to explore funding opportunities which you may be eligible for.

What masters programmes do you offer?
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Take a look at our list of postgraduate programmes. You’ll find detailed information on each course. 

What are the job prospects for Surrey graduates?
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There is some information on all of our course pages about the sorts of careers that people go on to in the ‘Career opportunities’ section. 

What is the deadline for applying?
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You can find the deadline for each intake on the relevant course page. Scroll down to the apply section and you’ll see the closing dates.

Can I use an education agent to apply?
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Yes, you can. You can find Agents on the relevant country page on our website. If you are considering using an education agent to support your Surrey journey, check out the British Council's Student Guide To Choosing An Education Agent

Disclaimer: University of Surrey has a commercial relationship with its network of education agents. A placement fee is paid to overseas representatives, who successfully enrol international students.