MFA Acting (International)
University of Essex
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MFA - Master of Fine Art

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East 15 Acting School, Loughton

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Full Time

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OCT-26

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1 Year

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MFA - Master of Fine Art

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East 15 Acting School, Loughton

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OCT-26

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1 Year

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One of the longest-established MFA Acting programmes in the UK, East 15 Acting School's MFA Acting (International) is an industry-focused, conservatoire-style professional training programme. This two-year full-time course is designed specifically for international students wishing to train in the UK.Through this programme, you will gain mastery over a wide spectrum of core acting skills. Our training includes acting classes, movement lessons based on Laban, Feldenkrais, Somatic and ...Read more

One of the longest-established MFA Acting programmes in the UK, East 15 Acting School's MFA Acting (International) is an industry-focused, conservatoire-style professional training programme. This two-year full-time course is designed specifically for international students wishing to train in the UK.Through this programme, you will gain mastery over a wide spectrum of core acting skills. Our training includes acting classes, movement lessons based on Laban, Feldenkrais, Somatic and Grotowski techniques, voice production, articulation, RP (Received Pronunciation) and singing. Additionally, you'll have the option to take extra Stage Combat classes in the evenings.Throughout the course, you will receive individual feedback, guidance and support from your acting tutors as well as skills tutors.The advanced acting training offered on this course draws on contemporary industry practices and the legacy of Stanislavski, as well as the unique methodologies and ethos of East 15 itself, which grew out of the techniques, beliefs and practice of one of the UK's most historically significant theatre companies of the 20th century: Joan Littlewood's Theatre Workshop.

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73/279
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14th
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29th
What students say
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Francine
16 Feb 24

East 15 School of Acting is right next to Epping Forest which is lovely. It's a very small campus, which for some people is great and others horrible. The area is very..Read more

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Magdalena
30 Jan 24

Campus is absolutely lovely, it is a joy to study acting on such a calm and relaxed campus outside but within reach of the busy London life. The teachers are fantastic and the..Read more

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Entry requirements

Our applicants need to undertake a successful audition or video audition, plus have a first degree with an overall 2.2, or equivalent or suitable life and/or professional expertise.

Tuition fees

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£20,150 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

Full time annual fee would be 20500, Student would pay 4100 in their year of Placement/sandwich. Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 8,776 – 14,995

£22,350 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

Full time annual fee would be 20500, Student would pay 4100 in their year of Placement/sandwich. Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 8,776 – 14,995

£22,350 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Full time annual fee would be 20500, Student would pay 4100 in their year of Placement/sandwich. Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 8,776 – 14,995

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Francine
16 Feb 24
MFA Acting (International)
East 15 School of Acting is right next to Epping Forest which is lovely. It's a very small campus, which for some people is great and others horrible. The area is very...
Read more
M
Magdalena
30 Jan 24
MA Acting (International)
Campus is absolutely lovely, it is a joy to study acting on such a calm and relaxed campus outside but within reach of the busy London life. The teachers are fantastic and the...
Read more
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University of Essex
Hatfields Rectory Lane Loughton Essex IG10 3RY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Chingford  1.9 miles away
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