Royal Central School of Speech and Drama

The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama is an international leader for professional theatre and performance-related training, offering an extensive portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

I chose to study at Central because of its international reputation as one of the best drama schools. The experience I gained was invaluable to the work that I am doing now

Valmike Rampersad MA Acting for Screen 2007

Why choose Royal Central School of Speech and Drama

As a drama conservatoire within the University of London, Central has many unique qualities including:

• broad portfolio of courses covering drama, theatre and performance-related professions
• excellent graduate employment prospects and strong industry links
• first-rate teaching facilities including the celebrated Embassy Theatre and offsite settings
• expert academics demonstrating a dedicated commitment to high-quality teaching
• central London location situated amongst a vibrant community of arts organisations
• unique study approaches including specialist conservatoire training
• dedicated research department exploring the future of theatre making

Without this course I could not possibly have embarked on the journey I now make

Liam French Robinson MA/MFA Voice Studies 2011

Our courses

• MA Acting (Classical)
• MA Acting (Contemporary)
• MA Acting for Screen
• MA/MFA Actor Training and Coaching
• MA/MFA Advanced Theatre Practice
• MA Applied Theatre
• PG Cert Applied Theatre with Young People
• MA/MFA Creative Producing
• MA Drama and Movement Therapy
• MA/MFA Movement: Directing and Teaching
• MA Music Theatre
• MA/MFA Performance Practices as Research
• MA/MFA Scenography
• MA Theatre Criticism and Dramaturgy
• MA/MFA Voice Studies
• MA/MFA Writing for Stage and Broadcast Media

Having a background in painting and music, the course challenged and broadened my creativity and, in particular, my understanding of space

Ana Ines Jabares Pita MA Scenography 2012

Having a safe, constructive environment to try my work out gave me the confidence to write, and the demands of the course instilled in me the self-discipline that’s vital for pursuing writing as a career

How can I find out more?

To find out more about Central’s courses including open events, public productions, how to apply, support services, fees and scholarships information visit our website.