Writing for Performance
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of LondonCourse Overview
Offered by Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London, the BA (Hons) Writing for Performance provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. The BA (Hons) Writing for Performance prepares emerging writers to excel in professional settings. Whether it’s crafting your writing for plays, games, or podcasts, this programme empowers you to explore different narrative forms and build imaginative worlds. You’ll receive essential training in dramatic traditions and storytelling principles while improving your creative, critical, and career-oriented skills. International tuition fees are £27,250 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 82% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CCC Grades alone will not determine whether an applicant may be offered a place. Offers are only made following successful interview. |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£27,250
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £27,000 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £16,000 | £23,000 | £27,000 |
| 5 years | £21,500 | £29,500 | £34,500 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-02-03). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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About Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London
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