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Royal Central School of Speech and Drama

London, United Kingdom · Public · Est. Not stated on the pages reviewed

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Location

London, United Kingdom

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About the university

The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (Central) is a drama school in London, based on Eton Avenue. It teaches three-year BA (Hons) degrees in acting, musical theatre, applied theatre, writing, performance design and production arts, and a wide range of MA and MFA degrees in acting, actor training, applied theatre, drama and movement therapy, scenography, voice and writing.

International students need a Student Route visa, and for autumn 2026 entry Central held auditions and interviews online for applicants outside the UK. Its 2026/27 overseas fees run from £27,250 to £27,780 a year for BA degrees and from £23,850 to £30,020 for the first year of most MAs. We could open only one course page, so only that course is listed below.

Type
Specialist drama school
Campus
62–64 Eton Avenue, London
Courses
10 BA (Hons) degrees plus MA, MFA and research degrees
Intakes
September or October, depending on the course
Overseas deposit
£2,000, non-refundable, deducted from fees

Rankings

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    Fees for international students

    Course fees
    CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
    MA Acting for Screen1 year full time£26,370≈ ₹32.2 lakh

    Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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    Scholarships

    • UG and PG

      Central bursaries and scholarships

      Value: Not stated on the page

      Eligibility: Offer holders can apply; the MA Acting for Screen page gives a 15 May 2026 deadline for 2026 entry.

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    Admission requirements

    Undergraduate

    • Places follow an audition or interview; for autumn 2026 entry, applicants outside the UK auditioned or interviewed online. Ask Central how it assesses Class 12.

    Postgraduate

    • MA Acting for Screen normally expects a first degree in performance or drama studies; other graduates or those with professional experience may be considered.
    • Offers usually follow an audition and interview; the first round is a self-tape monologue of up to three minutes sent as a YouTube or Vimeo link.

    Documents

    • Passport
    • Academic transcripts and certificates
    • English test result at CEFR C1
    • Self-tape audition link (acting courses)
    • £2,000 deposit to accept a place

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    English language requirements

    English requirements
    Test or routeTypical requirement
    General requirementProficient users of English at CEFR level C1 (international students page).
    IELTS (MA Acting for Screen)7.0 overall, or an equivalent English qualification.
    Other coursesCheck the English language requirements on each course page.

    Accommodation and living costs

    Central receives an annual allocation of rooms in the University of London's Intercollegiate Halls in central London, and its Student Advice Service helps students choose accommodation. Prices were not on the pages we opened.

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    Campus and location

    Central is based at 62–64 Eton Avenue in London.

    • Acting, musical theatre, applied theatre and writing degrees.
    • Production degrees in costume, props, painting, set, technology and stage management.
    • MA and MFA degrees, including actor training, scenography and voice studies.
    • Rooms in University of London Intercollegiate Halls.

    Careers and graduate outcomes

    Central trains actors, theatre-makers, designers and production staff. It does not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we opened. For the Graduate Route, see our UK guide.

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    Studying in the UK

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    FAQs

    What are Central's fees for international students?

    For 2026/27, overseas fees are £27,780 a year for the acting BAs and £27,250 for the other BAs. First-year MA fees range from £23,850 (for example Applied Theatre) to £30,020 (MA Acting); MA Acting for Screen is £26,370. A £2,000 deposit is due on acceptance.

    Can I audition from India?

    For autumn 2026 entry Central held no face-to-face overseas auditions, and applicants outside the UK auditioned or interviewed online. Check the arrangements for your entry year.

    What English level do I need?

    CEFR C1 overall; MA Acting for Screen asks for IELTS 7.0 or equivalent.

    Sources

    1. Royal Central School of Speech and Drama: homepage (opens in a new tab)
    2. Central: courses (opens in a new tab)
    3. Central: tuition fees and additional costs (opens in a new tab)
    4. Central: international students (opens in a new tab)
    5. Central: MA Acting for Screen (opens in a new tab)

    Official website: www.cssd.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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