Ideal for those in full-time employment or commitments, our distance learning Theatre MA from the Guildford School of Acting (GSA) allows you to study at your own pace and provides a gateway to an exciting future without the need for regular attendance on campus. You’ll have unlimited access to our virtual learning environment where you’ll be supported by highly experienced and passionate tutors.You will interconnect with a geographically diverse cohort of students to develop your skillsets with minimal disruption to your ability to sustain family and/or career responsibilities, simultaneously developing resourcefulness and resilience.We will enhance your skills by taking you deeper into the fascinating history of theatre from both a practical and critical perspective, further providing you with a rigorous critical understanding of theatre.You will be taught and advised by experienced professionals and leading academics, giving you a unique and comprehensive support network and knowledge base.Upon graduation, you will be able to contribute more creatively and intelligently to your chosen field as a result of a developed contextual, analytical, and critical awareness with an ability to apply that awareness to a variety of texts and/or contexts, thereby enhancing employment and career opportunities.
Which department am I in?
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Study options
Online/Distance
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
£6,700.00 (7,30,007)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Application deadline
24/07/2026
Start date
September 2026
Entry requirements
For international students
Applicants should hold a 2:2 UK honours degree (or a recognised equivalent international qualification) in a theatre-related subject and have previous engagement with drama, theatre and performance.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.