Course overview
MA Directing is a postgraduate (master's) course in arts, design & media at London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art in London, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, with intakes in September.
London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Course | MA Directing |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Arts, Design & Media |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Tuition per year | £26,761 (≈ ₹32.6 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | Assessed at interview; UKVI SELT at CEFR B2 or higher if offered a place |
Interested in MA Directing?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £26,761 a year, about ₹32.6 lakh.
2026/27 fee; fees are reviewed annually
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
80.3%
Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24
Average (median) salary
£23,900
≈ ₹29.2 lakh a year
Median annualised earnings
Job roles
- Graphic designer
- Television/film/video producer
- Social media manager
- Multimedia specialist
- UX designer
- Photographer
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
WPP
Heineken
Disney
Netflix
BBC
Adobe
Sony
Meta
Google
Universal Music Group
Eligibility
General entry requirements at London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- An undergraduate degree or vocational equivalent, and age 21 or over by 1 September of the start year. No minimum degree class is set; selection is by audition or interview.
- Postgraduate applications are made directly to LAMDA. The MA Musical Theatre deadline for 2027 entry is 9 April 2027.
English requirements
For this course: Assessed at interview; UKVI SELT at CEFR B2 or higher if offered a place.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| At application | No test needed; English is assessed at audition or interview |
| After an offer | A UKVI-approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) at CEFR Level B2 or higher |
| Guide level | LAMDA's international page says you should have English of about IELTS 7.0 (IELTS for UKVI) |
| Exemption | Recent successful study of a degree taught in English |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- UCAS or LAMDA application with audition or interview fee
- Audition pieces or interview material
- UKVI-approved SELT result (after an offer, unless exempt)
- Degree certificate for MA and MFA courses
Scholarships
LAMDA scholarships
All degree courses
Value: Means-tested; around one in four students receives support
After receiving an offer, complete LAMDA's scholarship form and submit your budget by the deadline.
Official pageChevening Scholarships (external)
One-year master's
Value: Typically full tuition fees
International master's applicants from Chevening-eligible countries. Apply to Chevening directly, before applying to LAMDA; applications open each August.
Official page
About London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is a drama conservatoire in London that has trained actors and theatre makers for over 160 years. It teaches a six-month Foundation in Stage and Screen, BA (Hons) degrees in Professional Acting and in Production and Technical Arts, one-year MAs in Musical Theatre and Directing, and MFA degrees in professional acting, classical acting and musical theatre. Entry is by audition or interview rather than by marks.
Indian students interested in acting, musical theatre, directing or backstage work look at LAMDA for its intensive, practical training. Undergraduate courses have no academic entry requirement, and English is assessed at audition. LAMDA has no halls of its own, so students rent privately in London.
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More courses at London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
- BA (Hons) Professional Acting3 years · £26,631 / year
- MA Musical Theatre1 year · £29,758 / year
- MFA Professional Acting2 years · £24,815 / year
- BA (Hons) Production and Technical Arts: Stage and Screen3 years · £26,631 / year
- MFA Musical Theatre18 months · £38,765 / year
- MFA Classical Acting: Performance and Practice18 months · £38,765 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for MA Directing at London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art?
The tuition for international students is £26,761 a year (about ₹32.6 lakh). 2026/27 fee; fees are reviewed annually. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MA Directing?
The course takes 1 year.
What English score do I need?
Assessed at interview; UKVI SELT at CEFR B2 or higher if offered a place. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
