Royal Central School of Speech and Drama has a small population of 1100 students, out of which 680 are undergraduates and 420 are postgraduate students. The college has an international student population of 290. About 72% of students from the UK, 10% from EU and 18% from other countries.
- College offers 18 undergraduate and 19 graduate programs
- Applications are invited for autumn, spring and summer semester.
- Audition/Interview plays a major role in the admission decision.
Highlights
| Application Portal | UCAS/College Application |
| Application Fee | Undergraduate: Single Course: £18 Multiple Courses/Late Application: £24 Postgraduate: None |
| Audition Fee | £55 |
| Academic Calendar | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
| Work Experience | Required for Postgraduate Courses |
| Financial Aid | Available as student loans, Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards. |
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Admission Deadline
Following are the application deadline for undergraduate and postgraduate programs:
| Program | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | January 15 |
| Postgraduate | Rolling Admission |
English Proficiency Requirement for International Students
Due to the nature of the programs, an excellent command over written and spoken English is required. Below are the test scores accepted by college as an entry requirement. Test scores must not be older than two years.
| Test | Minimum Score Required |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.0 (No section below 6.0) |
| Trinity College London: Integrated Skills in English Test | ISE Level 3 |
European Union students can also submit following scores to demonstrate english proficiency:
| Test | Minimum Score Required |
|---|---|
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 (Writing: 20, Other section: 15) |
| PTE | 65 (No section lower than 58) |
| GSCE | Grade C in English Language |
| IGCSE | Grade C with English as a Second Language |
| CPE | Grade C |
| CAE | Grade A |
| Hong Kong Examinations Authority | Advanced Use of English Grade C |
Visa Process for International Students
- Students are required to apply through the online UK visa application system along with the mandatory documentary evidence and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge.
- For students classed as “International Student” for fee purposes, a Points-based System Tier 4 (General) Student Visa is required to enter and study in the UK.
- The student must have a specific individual CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies), issued by a recognized UK educational institution, confirming that one has been accepted to enroll in a course of study at the institution.
- Also the student needs to prove financial strength to cover full tuition fees and living costs for at least the first eight months of the study.
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Undergraduate Admission
Over 20 Bachelor of Arts courses are offered by Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, at the undergraduate level.
Where to Apply: UCAS Application
Application Fee: Single Course: £18
Multiple Courses/Late Application: £24
Admission Requirement:
- Official transcripts of schools previously attended
- Work Experience (if any)
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation letters
- Interview/Audition
- Engagement with Theatre and Acting at national/local level.
- Knowledge of range of theatrical forms and genres.
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Postgraduate Admission
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama offers Masters of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, Research and PG Certificate courses at postgraduate level. Acting, Theatre, Drama and Direction are some of the courses offered by the college.
Where to Apply: College Application
Application Fee: None
Admission Requirement:
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent OR professional experience
- Postgraduate Application Personal Statement.
- Postgraduate Reference Form.
- Evidence of specific Commitment to the course with an understanding of relevant issues and practices.
- Evidence of the ability to work in collaboration with colleagues and, where relevant, with external parties.
- Evidence of a capacity to work at Master's level.
Additional requirements for some courses is mentioned below:
| Course | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Acting, MA | Conservatoire training or professional experience, Audition |
| Applied Theatre, MA | Interview, Two years of experience |
| Music Theatre,MA | Audition including Dance, Drama, Monologue Performance, Solo song performance,Interview. |
| Theatre Criticism and Dramaturgy, MA | Interview, 500 words essay |
For International applicants, a distance audition/interview is arranged by the college. It is conducted by an Admissions Tutor in liaison with a colleague. All the information regarding auditions/interview is sent directly to the candidates, via email. College’s admission policies and procedures for admission aim to identify applicants whose abilities match the demands of the course. The selection process considers not only educational qualifications, but also aptitude and motivation.
