Stage and Production Management MA – 2024 entry

Key information

Start date: September 2024

Study mode and duration
Full-time: 1 year

Why choose this course

Guildford School of Acting (GSA) has been providing highly regarded professional training in stage management for over 40 years and our graduates have gone on to work in all areas of the industry, both in the UK and around the world.

If you’re a graduate from a course other than specialist undergraduate technical theatre and believe your career path lies backstage, then our Stage and Production Management MA course is designed for you.

We’ll help you develop your existing knowledge and skills, enabling you to successfully launch a career in the theatre and entertainment industry.

Technical Theatre Arts at GSA

A week in the life of a GSA postgraduate student

What you will study

On our practice-based Stage and Production Management MA course, you’ll work closely with fellow GSA students to deliver stellar productions.

Through intensive seminars and workshops, you’ll be introduced to stage management and technical disciplines and begin your professional development planning.

You’ll then work on a wide variety of production projects across performance spaces within the University and at external venues. There will also be opportunities to take on senior production-critical roles as deputy stage manager, stage manager or production manager on our public productions, under the guidance of our experienced and industry-connected staff.

You’ll also have the chance to complete an industry placement and your professional development planning will culminate in presenting your work through a graduate digital showcase.

Please be aware: the course content and modules listed for this course are subject to change for the 2024/25 academic year, whilst we undertake a curriculum design review. Please contact the programme leader if you have any queries about the course.

Facilities

Production facilities at GSA include:

  • Three studio theatres (Bellairs Theatre, PATS Studio Theatre and Rex Doyle Studio Theatre)
  • A technical workshop and stage management production office
  • Extensive costume stores and workrooms
  • A dedicated MacLab consisting of 20 workstations with current industry software.
  • A fully automated flying system in the Bellairs Theatre and GDS prompt desk with both wired and wireless communications.

Production students work alongside performance students to facilitate rehearsals in our excellent rehearsal studios with dance floors and integrated sound systems. Professional lighting, sound, video, set and costume designers regularly design our shows alongside student teams.

In lighting, sound and video, GSA emulates professional production values. Our sound stock includes a wide variety of industry-standard equipment including Yamaha and Digico sound desks, Sennheiser and Shure radio equipment and a range of high-end PA systems. In addition, we hire up-to-date kit for our productions. Lighting equipment includes ETC and MA consoles on site, as well as close links to other console brands to explore and learn. We have a range of in-house stock and also hire a wide variety of intelligent lighting fixtures on a show-by-show basis. Video equipment includes cutting-edge robotic cameras and professional-grade video production equipment for live streaming, as well as several production-quality projectors.

In the dedicated GSA Scenic Studios, we have facilities for students to learn construction and scenic art techniques with both woodworking and metalworking (including welding), CNC machine, 3D printing, painting and prop making as well as a PC suite with current software.

    Professional recognition

    MA - Council for Dance, Drama and Musical Theatre (CDMT)
    Accredited by the Council for Dance Education and Training (CDET).

    Careers and graduate prospects

    We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.

    97 per cent of our Guildford School of Acting postgraduate students go on to employment or further study (Graduate Outcomes 2023, HESA).

    Most graduates move on to freelance careers in the theatre and entertainment industry, as stage or production managers.

    Recent employers include:

    • National Theatre
    • New Adventures
    • Watermill Theatre
    • Royal Caribbean Cruises
    • Balich Worldwide Events
    • Shanghai Opera
    • Guildford Shakespeare Company.

    Academic year structure

    GSA delivers its provision across three teaching blocks, within the University of Surrey’s existing semester structure.

    Modules

    Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Modules are subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.

    The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff.

    The structure of our programmes follows clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes:

    Timetable

    Course timetables are normally available one month before the start of the semester.

    Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday) between 8am and 7pm – additionally, public production modules may require evening and weekend attendance depending on the production schedules.

    View our code of practice for the scheduling of teaching and assessment (PDF).

    Contact hours

    Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue. See the modules section for more information.

    Entry requirements

    A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification.

    Applicants also require evidence of previous engagement with theatre and performance or the wider entertainment industry. To be assessed via application documents (CV, personal statement) and interview.

    Applicants who can demonstrate an extensive amount of previous experience in theatre and performance or the wider entertainment industry and can satisfy the interview panel of their ability to complete the course may also be considered.

    Do I meet the requirements for this course?

    We require you to submit a full application so that we can formally assess whether you meet the criteria published. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide an outcome based on an enquiry (via email, webform enquiry, phone or live chat).

    International entry requirements by country

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have an Australian bachelors degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve one of the following: 

    • Bachelor (Honours) degree (four years) with 2:1 honours (division B / 2). ​
    • Bachelor ordinary degree (three Years) with Distinction (approximately 70%).

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve one of the following:

    • Bachelor (Honours) degree (four years) with 2:2 honours (division B / 2). ​
    • Bachelor ordinary degree (three years) with Credit (approximately 65%).

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 2.0 overall where 1 is the highest.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 overall where 1 is the highest.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have completed a Bakalavr/Specialist Diploma with a GPA of 4.3 or 77.5% overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have completed a Bakalavr/Specialist Diploma with a GPA of 3.9 or 70% overall.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 4.7 or 85% overall.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have completed a four-year degree from a recognised Bangladesh university.

    For courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of at least 3.25 out of 4.0 (65%), 3.5 out of 4.0 (70%), or 3.75 out of 4.0 (75%), depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0 (60%), 3.25 out of 4.0 (65%), or 3.5 out of 4.0 (70%), depending on the institution at which you studied.

    You can apply for our undergraduate masters courses if you have a Belgian bachelors degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 14 out of 20 or 70% overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 12 out of 20 or 60% overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a B overall, 65% or GPA 3.5 out of 5.0 at masters degree level.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a C overall, 55% or GPA 2.5 out of 5.0 at masters degree level.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a Bacharel Licenciatura, Licenciado or professional title from a university in Brazil.

    You can apply for our MPhil/PhD courses if you have a masters degree from a university in Brazil.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a minimum GPA of 7.5 out of 10. 

    For courses that require a 2:2, you must achieve a minimum GPA of 6.5 out of 10.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 8.5 out of 10.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a bachelors degree at 2:2 or above from Brunei University of Engineering, Business and Computing, Universiti Brunei Darussalam or Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree or GPA 3.2 / 65% from an honours degree. 

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree or GPA 2.7 / 55% from an honours degree.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a first-class honours degree.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a bachelors degree from a university in Bulgaria.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 5 out of 6.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 4 out of 6.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have a bachelors degree with either:

    • Grades of 70%, B overall, or a GPA of 3.0/4 where pass mark is 50%
    • Grades of 75%, B overall, or a GPA of 3.0/4 if the pass mark is 60%.

    For degrees that require a UK 2:2, you must have either:

    • Bachelor’s degree, where pass mark is 60%, with 70%, GPA 2.5/4, GPA 5.1/9 or C overall
    • Bachelor’s degree, where pass mark is 50%, with 65%, GPA 2.5/4, GPA 5.1/9 or C overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, the grade requirement depends on the institution you have studied at in China. Our usual requirement is between 70% and 75% overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve between 65% and 70% overall, depending on the institution at which you have studied.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA or 4.0 out of 5.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA 3.0 out of 5.0.

    You can apply for our MPhil/PhD courses if you have a masters degree.

    UK degree classificationEquivalency
    2:1A Bachelors degree (four years) or a pytchion (four years and from the University of Cyprus) with a minimum score of 7.0 out of 10. Alternatively, a Bachelors/ptychion certificate (four years) with a GPA of 3.5.
    2:2A Bachelors degree (four years) or a ptychion (four years and from the University of Cyprus) with a minimum score of 6.5 out of 10. Alternatively, a Bachelors/ptychion certificate (four years) with a GPA of 3.0.
    FirstA Bachelors degree (four years) or a ptychion (four years and from the University of Cyprus) with a minimum score of 8.3 out of 10. Alternatively, a Bachelors/ptychion certificate (four years) with a GPA of 4.0.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a bachelors degree from a university in the Czech Republic.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve either a GPA of 1.5, a B, velmi dobře ‘very good’ (post-2004) or 2.0, dobře ‘pass’ (pre-2004) in your bachelors degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve either a GPA of 2.0, a C, dobře ‘good’ (post-2004) or 3.0, dobře ‘pass’ (pre-2004) in your bachelor degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 10.0 out of 12.0 in Bachelors degree / Candidatus Philophiae / Diplomingenior / Professionsbachelor.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 12.0 in Bachelors degree / Candidatus Philophiae / Diplomingenior / Professionsbachelor.

    For courses that require a UK 2:1, you must complete one of the following:

    • A bachelors degree from a recognised institution with 75% or GPA 3.0 overall
    • A bachelors degree from the American University of Cairo with 3.0 GPA or a B overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must complete one of the following:

    • A bachelors degree from a recognised institution with 70% or GPA 2.8 overall
    • A bachelors degree from the American University of Cairo with 2.7 GPA or a C overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve either a GPA of 4.0, 81% or a B overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve either a GPA of 3.0, 71% or a C overall.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a Kandidaatti.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 out of 5.0.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a French Bachelors degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 12.0 out of 20.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 11 out of 20.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a German bachelors degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 2.5, where 1 is the highest.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0, where 1 is the highest.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.25 or a 2:1 honours degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or a 2:2 honours degree.

    If you are applying for a masters degree, it is compulsory to seek the support of our appointed in-country agent, at no extra cost, who receive extensive training from Surrey to support you with the application and visa process. Further details and contact information available.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree with an overall score of 7.0 out of 10 from a university recognised by NARIC/Eccits.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree with an overall score of 6.5 out of 10 from a university recognised by NARIC/Eccits.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a first-class honours degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a Egyetemi Oklevél (university diploma) with a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0. Or a Főiskolai Oklevél (college diploma) with a GPA of 4.51 out 5.0. Or Alapfokozat with 4.0 out of 5.0 overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a Egyetemi Oklevél (university diploma) with a GPA of 3.51 out of 5.0. Or a Főiskolai Oklevél (college diploma) with a GPA of 4.0 out 5.0. Or Alapfokozat with 3.51 out of 5.0 overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve at least an overall average of 60% or 65% in your undergraduate study depending on the institution you have completed your degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve at least an overall average of 55% or 60% in your undergraduate study depending on the institution you have completed your degree.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve at least an overall average of 65% or 70% in your undergraduate study depending on the institution you have completed your degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a Sarjana 1/Diploma IV with a 3.0-3.5 GPA, depending on the BAN-PT accreditation status of your institution of study.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a Sarjana 1/Diploma IV with a 2.8-3.3 GPA, depending on the BAN-PT accreditation status of your institution of study.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a Sarjana 1/Diploma IV with at least a 3.5 GPA overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 15.0 out of 20.0 overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 12.0 out of 20.0 overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree (four years) with 75% overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree (four years) with 70% overall.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree, you must achieve a bachelors degree (four years) with 80% overall.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have an Irish bachelors degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have an Italian bachelors degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve the Licenza di Accademia di Belle Arti certificate or Diploma di Laurea with an average minimum mark of 90 out of 110 overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve the Licenza di Accademia di Belle Arti certificate or Diploma di Laurea with an average minimum mark of 80 out of 110 overall.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a Japanese bachelors degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a minimum of 76% or a B+ overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a minimum score of 70% or a B overall.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a minimum score of 82% or an A overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 76% overall or a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 68% overall or a GPA of 2.6 out of 4.0.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 84% overall or a GPA of 4.0 out of 4.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 4.25/5.0, 3.7/4.33 or 3.4/4.0 overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 4.0/5.0, 3.4/4.33 or 3.0/4.0 overall.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 4.5/5.0, 4.0/4.33 or 3.8/4.0 overall. The grade requirement depends on the institution at which you have studied.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree or a B overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree or a C overall.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a first-class honours degree or an A overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 3.33/4.0 overall or a masters degree with 3.0/4.0 overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 2.6/4.0 overall.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree, you must achieve either a bachelors or a masters degree with 4.0/4.0 overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 6.0 out of 8.0, 8.0 out of 10 or a B overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 5.0 out of 8.0 or 6.0 out of 10 overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a B overall, a score of 12 out of 20 overall in either a Bachelor Degree, Licence or Maîtrise.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a C overall, or a score of 11 out of 20,in either a Bachelor Degree, Licence or Maîtrise.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 8.0 out of 10.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 10.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree, you must achieve a GPA of 9.0 out of 10.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 16 out of  20.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 14 out of 20.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 18 out of 20.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0/4.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.67/4.0.

    2:1 - Bachelor's degree (honours) with 70% overall (second class, upper division). Bachelor's degree (general) with 90% overall.  

    2:2 - Bachelor's degree (honours) with 55% overall (second class, lower division). Bachelor's degree (general) with 80% overall.  

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 8.0 out of 10, or 16 out of 20.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 10, or 14 out of 20.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a bachelors degree, HBO certificate or doctoral certificate from a university in the Netherlands.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 10.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 6.0 out of 10.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a B+ overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a B- overall.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve an A- overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.2/4.0 from the AUN or 3.3/5.0 from other universities.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.7/4.0 from the AUN or 2.8/5.0 from other universities. If you have relevant work experience, you may be considered with a GPA of 2.4/5.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 2.5, where 1.0 is the highest, or a B overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.25, where 1.0 is the highest, or a C overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.7 or 2.9 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 3.3 or 3.5 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.

    To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.

    To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.

    To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.

    To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university.

    Country2:1 equivalent2:2 equivalent
    ChileEither of the following with 5.0/7 overall.



    Licenciatura (four years)

    Título (Profesional) de [professional field] (four years)
    Either of the following with 4.6/7 overall.



    Licenciatura (four years)

    Título (Profesional) de [professional field] (four years)
    ColombiaLicenciado / Título de [professional field] with 4.0/5 overall.Licenciado / Título de [professional field] with 3.5/5 overall.
    EcuadorAny of the following with 75%, 7.5, where the pass mark is 6, or 8.0, where the pass mark is 7, overall.



    Licenciado

    Título de [professional field]

    Título de Magíster
    Any of the following with 70% overall.



    Licenciado

    Título de [professional field]

    Título de Magíster
    GuyanaMaster's degree from University of Guyana with 3.2/4 GPA overall.Master's degree from University of Guyana with 3.0/4 GPA overall.
    NicaraguaTítulo de Licenciado / Título de [professional field] / Maestria (all four years) with 80% overall.Título de Licenciado / Título de [professional field] / Maestria (all four years) with 70% overall.
    PeruTítulo de Licenciado (four years) with 13/20 overall.Título de Licenciado (four years) with 12/20 overall.
    UruguayTítulo de Licenciado / Título de [professional field] (four years) with 9.0/12 overall.Título de Licenciado / Título de [professional field] (four years) with 7.0/12 overall.
    Venezuela Licenciatura / Título de [professional field] with 81%, 8/9 or 16/20 overall (sobresaliente / outstanding).Licenciatura / Título de [professional field] with 71%, 7/9 or 14/20 overall (distinguido / very good).

    If you would like further information on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.

    To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.

    To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree with a GPA of 2.6 or 2.8 out of 4.0 (65 or 70%), depending on the institution at which you studied. If you have studied a two or three-year bachelors degree plus a masters degree, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 or 3.0 out of 4.0 (70% or 75%), depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree with a GPA of 2.4 or 2.6 out of 4.0 (60% or 65%), depending on the institution at which you studied. If you have studied a two or three-year bachelors degree plus a masters degree, you must achieve a GPA of 2.6 or 2.8 out of 4.0 (65% or 70%), depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree, you must achieve a bachelors degree with a GPA of 2.8 or 3.0 out of 4.0 (70% or 80%), depending on the institution at which you studied. If you have studied a two or three-year bachelors degree plus a masters degree, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0 (75% or 80%), depending on the institution at which you studied.

    You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a Polish bachelors degree or above.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1: 

    Bachelors degree  

    Any of the following with 4+ (4.5) / B overall (dobry plus / fairly good).  

    • Dyplom Tytuł Licencjat (bachelors degree, started after 2006)  

    • Dyplom Tytuł Inżynier (bachelors degree, started after 2006)  

    Masters degree  

    4 (4.0) / C overall (dobry / good).  

    • Dyplom Tytuł Magister (masters degree) If awarded from 2001.  

     

    For courses that require a UK 2:2:

    Bachelors degree  

    Any of the following with 4 (4.0) / C overall (dobry / good).  

    • Dyplom Tytuł Licencjat (bachelors degree, started after 2006)  

    • Dyplom Tytuł Inżynier (bachelors degree, started after 2006)  

    Masters degree  

    3+ (3.5) / D overall (Satisfactory).  

    • Dyplom Tytuł Magister (masters degree) If awarded from 2001.  

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved the Portugal Licenciado/Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados (DESE) with a GPA of 16.0 out of 20.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved Portugal Licenciado/Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados (DESE) with a GPA of 14.0 out of 20.0.

    For courses that require a UK first, you must have achieved Portugal Licenciado/Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados (DESE) with a GPA of 18.0 out of 20.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 out of 4.0.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve an overall GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved the Diploma de Licenta with a GPA of 8.0 overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved the Diploma de Licenta with a GPA of 7.0 overall.

    For postgraduate taught courses, a Specialist Diploma and Baklavar will all be considered as suitable qualifications for entry depending on grades and subjects studied.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 4.1 our of 5.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.9 out of 5.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve 75% overall or a GPA of 3.5/5.0 or 3.0/4.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve 65% overall, or a GPA of either 3.25 out of 5.0 or 2.6 out of 4.0.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve 80% overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.8/5.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.75/4.0 or 3.4/5.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 1.5, grade B or 'very good' overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.0, grade C or 'good' overall.

    The following qualifications are accepted as equivalent to a UK bachelors degree:

    • Diploma o pridobljeni univerzitetni izobrazi
    • Diplomant
    • Univerzitetni diplomant
    • Diplomirani.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved any of the above qualifications, with a score of 8.5.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved any of the above qualifications, with a score of 7.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve 70% overall or a 2:1 honours degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve 60% overall or a 2:2 honours degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a Haksa GPA of 3.2/4.3 or 3.4/4.5 overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a Haksa GPA of 2.8/4.3 or 3.0/4.5 overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 10.0 or 2.0 out of 4.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 6.0 out of 10.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved 80% from a three-year bachelors degree or 60% from a four-year special bachelors degree or a five-year professional degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved 70% from a three-year bachelors degree or 55% from a four-year special bachelors degree or a five-year professional degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved a majority of VG / AB / B / Vall Godkand.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved a majority of G / BA / C / Godkand.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of between 7.0 and 8.0 out of 10.0, 2.2 out of 5.0, or 5.0 out of 6.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of between 6.0 and 7.0 out of 10.0, or 4.5 out of 6.0.

    For courses that require a UK first, you must achieve a GPA of between 8.0 and 9.0 out of 10.0, 2.7 out of 5.0, or 5.5 out of 6.0.

    Our grade requirements for postgraduate courses vary depending on the institution at which you have studied:

    • For postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, our minimum grade requirement is 73%, 78% or 88%
    • For courses that require a UK 2:2, our minimum grade requirement is 68%, 73% or 83%
    • For courses that require a UK first, our minimum grade requirement is 78%, 83% or 93%.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 or 3.0 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.6 or 2.8 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of between 2.8 and 3.0 out of 4.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of between 2.6 and 2.8 out of 4.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 4.0 or a 2:1 honours degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or a 2:2 honours degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you will need to have completed one of the following:

    • Dyplom Bakalavr (after 2007) with 80% overall
    • Specialist Diploma (five years) with a GPA of 4.3 out of 5.0
    • Dyplom Magistra (before 2006) with a GPA of 4.3 out of 5.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you will need to have completed one of the following:

    • Dyplom Bakalavr (after 2007) with 70% overall
    • Specialist Diploma (five years) with a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0
    • Dyplom Magistra (before 2006) with a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0.

    For courses that require a UK first, you will need to have completed one of the following:

    • Dyplom Bakalavr (after 2007) with 90% overall
    • Specialist Diploma (five years) with a GPA of 4.6 out of 5.0
    • Dyplom Magistra (before 2006) with a GPA of 4.6 out of 5.0.

    Please note that Dyplom Bakalavr (before 2007) is not suitable for entry.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, or 80% overall.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0, or 75% overall.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 overall, or 85% overall.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 out of 4.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 or 7.5 out of 10.0 overall, depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For courses that require a 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 6.5 or 7.0 out of 10.0 overall, depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 7.5 or 8.0 out of 10.0 overall, depending on the institution at which you studied.

    For direct entry these range from a 2:1 to a 2:2 UK honours degree. Our Pre-Masters programme offers another route into Surrey for specific programmes.

    • For courses that require a 2:1 you would need 12/20 in a relevant bachelors degree.
    • For courses that require a 2:2 you would need 11/20 in a relevant bachelors degree.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 out of 4.0. 

    For courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0. 

    For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 3.6 out of 4.0.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours (second class, upper division) Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours (second class, lower division) Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution.

    To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you would need 12/20 in a relevant bachelors degree.

    For courses that require a UK 2:2, you would need 11/20 in a relevant bachelors degree.

    Algeria

    Australia

    Austria

    Azerbaijan

    Bahrain

    Bangladesh

    Belgium

    Botswana

    Brazil

    Brunei

    Bulgaria

    Canada

    China

    Croatia

    Cyprus

    Czech Republic

    Denmark

    Egypt

    Estonia

    Finland

    France

    Germany

    Ghana

    Greece

    Hong Kong SAR

    Hungary

    India

    Indonesia

    International students in the United Kingdom

    Iran

    Iraq

    Ireland

    Italy

    Japan

    Jordan

    Kazakhstan

    Kenya

    Kuwait

    Latvia

    Lebanon

    Lithuania

    Luxembourg

    Malaysia

    Malta

    Mauritius

    Moldova

    Morocco

    Netherlands

    New Zealand

    Nigeria

    Norway

    Oman

    Other African countries

    Other East Asian countries

    Other European countries

    Other Middle Eastern countries

    Other South American countries

    Other South Asian countries

    Other South East Asian countries

    Pakistan

    Poland

    Portugal

    Qatar

    Romania

    Russia

    Saudi Arabia

    Singapore

    Slovakia

    Slovenia

    South Africa

    South Korea

    Spain

    Sri Lanka

    Sweden

    Switzerland

    Taiwan

    Tanzania

    Thailand

    Türkiye

    Uganda

    Ukraine

    United Arab Emirates

    United States of America

    Vietnam

    Zimbabwe

    English language requirements

    IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each element.

    These are the English language qualifications and levels that we can accept.

    If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.

    Selection process

    Offers are made following a successful interview.

    Recognition of prior learning

    We recognise that many students enter their course with valuable knowledge and skills developed through a range of ways.

    If this applies to you, the recognition of prior learning process may mean you can join a course without the formal entry requirements, or at a point appropriate to your previous learning and experience.

    There are restrictions for some courses and fees may be payable for certain claims. Please contact the Admissions team with any queries.

    Fees per year

    Start date: September 2024

    Full-time - 1 year

    UK
    £12,200
    Overseas
    £21,500
    • These fees apply to students commencing study in the academic year 2024-25 only. Fees for new starters are reviewed annually
    • Annual fees will increase by 4% for each subsequent year of study, rounded up to the nearest £100, subject to any overriding applicable legislative requirements.

    View the list of fees for all postgraduate taught courses.

    Payment schedule

    • Students with Tuition Fee Loan: the Student Loans Company pay fees in line with their schedule.
    • Students without a Tuition Fee Loan: pay their fees either in full at the beginning of the programme or in two instalments as follows:
    • 50% payable 10 days after the invoice date (expected to be early October of each academic year)
    • 50% in January of the same academic year.

    The exact date(s) will be on invoices. Students on part-time programmes where fees are paid on a modular basis, cannot pay fees by instalment.

    • Sponsored students: must provide us with valid sponsorship information that covers the period of study.

    Additional costs

    • Production expenses: tools – approx. £300
    • Safety equipment and/or uniform: black clothing for performances/PPE – approx. £200.

    Grand total: £500 approximately.

    Optional activities

    During their time on the programme, students may have the opportunity to go on an optional work placement, which may be paid or unpaid and therefore there may be associated costs depending on the nature of the placement.

    By way of a general guide, for the current optional work placement opportunities depending on the placement there could be an additional associated cost to students of between £0 and £800.

    Students may also have the opportunity to attend field trips (for example to London theatres or museums) for which travel expenses may be required.

    You will be offered a week’s training in Stage Combat leading to Actors Combat Theatrical Training (ACTT) Standard-level exam. Opportunities for advanced training may also be available to students. These are extra-curricular courses so additional charges apply.

    Additional Dance classes: classes are normally scheduled in the evenings and are open to all GSA students. These are extra-curricular, so additional charges apply.

    All GSA students are encouraged to attend productions of their fellow students’ work to enrich their learning experience and give opportunities for critical analysis. These are public events for which students will be charged a reduced ticket price of £5. Some productions will be free to attend. Within an academic year a student might expect to attend around 15 productions.

    You may also wish to join the GSA Student Society – estimated £5 per annum.

    Funding

    You may be able to borrow money to help pay your tuition fees and support you with your living costs. Find out more about postgraduate student finance.

    Admissions information

    Once you apply, you can expect to hear back with us within 14 days. This might be with a decision on your application or with a request for further information.

    Our code of practice for postgraduate admissions policy explains how the Admissions team considers applications and admits students. Read our postgraduate applicant guidance for more information on applying.

    Terms and conditions

    When you accept an offer to study at the University of Surrey, you are agreeing to follow our policies and procedures, student regulations, and terms and conditions.

    We provide these terms and conditions in two stages:

    • First when we make an offer.
    • Second when students accept their offer and register to study with us (registration terms and conditions will vary depending on your course and academic year).

    View our generic registration terms and conditions (PDF) for the 2023/24 academic year, as a guide on what to expect.

    Disclaimer

    This online prospectus has been published in advance of the academic year to which it applies.

    Whilst we have done everything possible to ensure this information is accurate, some changes may happen between publishing and the start of the course.

    It is important to check this website for any updates before you apply for a course with us. Read our full disclaimer.

    Course location and contact details

    Campus location

    Stag Hill

    Stag Hill is the University's main campus and where the majority of our courses are taught. 

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    Address

    University of Surrey
    Guildford
    Surrey GU2 7XH