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CertHE Foundation Musical Theatre at University of Surrey

University of Surrey, United Kingdom

Programme overview

On the Foundation Musical Theatre (CertHE) at Guildford School of Acting (GSA), you will gain insights into drama school training and support with your applications, personal statements and auditions, giving you an edge in the highly competitive drama school selection process. You will learn audition techniques and explore disciplines in dance, voice and singing, complete with a public production to showcase your skills.

Department: Guildford School of Acting  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Develop a broad range of performance skills relevant to the burgeoning musical theatre performer Receive guidance and preparation for the selection and delivery of monologues and song repertoire required for auditions onto professional performance programmes Access support and guidance for the submission of applications to conservatoires and higher education institutions Core modules include Foundation Musical Theatre.

Career pathways

GSA graduates have an unrivalled employment record in West End shows, in film, TV, and national tours. Television A Copper’s Tale, BBC Death Comes to Pemberley, BBC Death In Paradise, BBC Doctor Who – "Day of the Doctor", BBC Game of Thrones, HBO Holby City, BBC My Mad Fat Diary, E4 The Café, Sky 1 The Crown, Netflix The Great Train Robbery Trollied, Sky 1 Vera, ITV Waterloo Road, BBC.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer A-level More info Close Overall: CCD. Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass the practical element. GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C). Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered. BTECs More info Close Overall: MMM. GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C). Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered. Please see the alternative qualifications guidance if you are taking a mixture of BTECs and A-levels or if you are taking other qualifications types. European Baccalaureate More info Close Overall: 66%. GCSE or equivalent: either English Language (1/2) 6 or English Language (3)7. Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered. International Baccalaureate Diploma More info Close Overall: 28. GCSE or equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6. Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered. Access to HE Diploma More info Close Overall: QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 18 level 3 credits at Distinction, 3 level 3 credits at Merit and 24 level 3 credits at Pass. GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C). Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered. Welsh Baccalaureate More info Close Overall: CCD from a combination of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and two A-levels. Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass the practical element. GCSE or equivalent: Please check the A-level dropdown for the required GCSE levels. Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered. Scottish Highers More info Close Overall: Higher grades BBCCC. GCSE or equivalent: English Language - Scottish National 5 - C Maths - Scottish National 5 - C. Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered. T Level More info Close Pass overall, with minimum C in the Core Component. GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C) and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C). IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each other element

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, full-time route, September 2027 start Source

International applicants: GBP 20,600 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, full-time route, September 2027 start Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/postgraduate

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