MA Screen Acting

Course information

2 years

Course overview

The Department of Theatre and Performance at Goldsmiths is collaborating with Oklahoma City University, to deliver a newly designed MFA / MA degree in Screen Acting.

This programme is developed for the Oklahoma City University (OCU)’s Los Angeles-based cohort who will spend their second year in London to explore the performance demands, contexts and cultural meanings of screen acting, using a UK tradition of studio-based actor training for global application.

Once you have successfully completed year one of the MFA in Screen Acting at Oklahoma City University, you’ll be able to enter into Goldsmiths’ MA Screen Acting.

Why study MA Screen Acting

You'll study in London, with access to the cultural and performing arts networks of a large international city.
You'll be awarded two degrees on successful completion of the two-year programme: an MFA in Screen Acting from OCU and an MA in Screen Acting from Goldsmiths University of London.
You'll work in the Department of Theatre and Performance, which has trained performers and artists for over 60 years.
You'll be supported to consider yourself in the role of actor-creator (sometimes called the actor-plus).
You'll be given the opportunity to refine key skills in acting for screen through a diverse range of specialist pedagogies in-studio acting, movement, voice and creative production.
You'll train in a model that places you as the actor, your identity, agency and wellbeing at the centre of the pedagogic process.
You'll benefit from the dynamic environment of Goldsmiths where there is a strong community of theatre, performance, music and film postgraduates, within reach of the imaginative, theatrical and cinematic stimulus of London’s cultural and creative locations.
As student practitioners, you'll be encouraged to develop creative, critical, self-reflexive, technical and professional, entrepreneurial strategies for driving independent career pathways, while working collaboratively.

Contact the department

If you have specific questions about the degree, contact Cass Fleming.

What you'll study

The partnership program at Goldsmiths provides a comprehensive and unique learning experience in screen acting.

In the second year, you will engage in advanced practice sessions, focusing on critical aspects such as voice and movement training, which differ significantly from methods used in the United States. This approach combines practical training with critical thinking, allowing you to gain a deep understanding of what it means to work as a screen actor.

You will also benefit from Goldsmiths' interdisciplinary academic environment, collaborating with peers across various departments and enhancing your professional and cultural networks.

Additionally, you will receive hands-on experience through practical sessions that simulate real-world professional environments. The programme emphasizes a 50/50 balance of practical and theoretical teaching, ensuring you develop both technical skills and critical analytical abilities.

By the end of the program, you will have gained extensive voice and movement work, critical writing skills, and practical experience, making you a well-rounded and versatile professional in the screen acting industry. This holistic approach not only prepares you for acting roles but also equips you with skills in producing, directing, and other roles, significantly enhancing your employability in multiple facets of the industry.

You will study the following compulsory modules:

Module title	Credits
Production Project	30 credits
Reflexive Practitioner and Professional Development	30 credits
Styles & Techniques I: Classical	30 credits
Styles & Techniques II: Contemporary	30 credits
Thesis project	60 credits

Teaching style

This programme is taught through scheduled learning – for example, through a mixture of lectures, seminars and workshops. You’ll also be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study. This includes carrying out required and additional reading, preparing topics for discussion, and producing essays or project work.

How you'll be assessed

You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices. These may include coursework assignments such as extended essays, reports, presentations, practice-based projects or essays/logs, group projects and reflective essays, as well as seen and unseen written examinations.

Download the programme specification.

Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.

Entry requirements

You are required to successfully complete Year 1 of the MA / MFA Screen Acting at Oklahoma City University to be eligible to undertake Year 2 of the programme at Goldsmiths.

To enroll in the first year at OCU, you must first apply and meet the relevant OCU requirements for entry which can be found in detail on the programme's website.

International qualifications

We accept a wide range of international qualifications. Find out more about the qualifications we accept from around the world.

If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of to study this programme. If you need assistance with your English language, we offer a range of courses that can help prepare you for postgraduate-level study.

Fees, funding & scholarships

Annual tuition fees

These are the fees for students starting their programme in the 2024/2025 academic year.

International - full-time: £22500

If your fees are not listed here, please check our postgraduate fees guidance or contact the Fees Office, who can also advise you about how to pay your fees.

It’s not currently possible for international students to study part-time under a student visa. If you think you might be eligible to study part-time while being on another visa type, please contact our Admissions Team for more information.

If you are looking to pay your fees please see our guide to making a payment.

Additional costs

In addition to your tuition fees, you'll be responsible for any additional costs associated with your course, such as buying stationery and paying for photocopying. You can find out more about what you need to budget for on our study costs page.

There may also be specific additional costs associated with your programme. This can include things like paying for field trips or specialist materials for your assignments. Please check the programme specification for more information.

Funding opportunities

Find out more about postgraduate fees and explore funding opportunities. If you're applying for funding, you may be subject to an application deadline.

Tuition Fees

Goldsmiths does not collect tuition fees for this partnership programme. You will pay tuition fees (including the second year) to OCU. Please check with OCU about the tuition fee amount and how to make the payment.

How to apply

Apply now

For the first year of the programme, you will apply directly to Oklahoma City University's MA/MFA Screen Acting programme. You can find out more on the Oklahoma City University website.

For the second year of the programme, you will apply directly to Goldsmiths using our online application portal.

Find out more about applying.

Fees & funding

Careers

Preparing you for a successful future

The dual degree program between Oklahoma City University (OCU) and Goldsmiths, University of London, in Screen Acting equips you with the skills and experiences necessary for a successful career in the entertainment industry. This intensive two-year program offers one year of study in Los Angeles and another in London, both of which are major hubs for the performance and acting industry. Both cities provide unmatched opportunities to work and network with industry professionals, including actors, directors, casting directors, and producers.

You will learn to concept, develop, pitch, and produce your own original content, while mastering the unique demands of screen acting through a combination of studio-based training and real-world application. By fostering critical, creative, and entrepreneurial skills, this program prepares you to confidently navigate and excel in various roles within film, television, commercials and related media, ensuring a well-rounded foundation for your professional future.

Find out more about employability at Goldsmiths

Careers further afield

Graduates of the degree can also pursue career opportunities in a wide range of other areas, such as:

Arts Management
Actor/ Voice Actor
Screenwriter
Director
Casting Director
Producer
Community Arts Worker/ Education Officer
Events Manager, Marketing & PR
Freelancer
Teacher

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