

London, England
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London is one of the world's leading universities located in London, Greater London. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.
In the latest rankings, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama is positioned at #31 in the QS World Rankings 2026; #38 in the THE World Rankings 2026; #4 in the Guardian University Guide (UK).
The university has approximately 1,015 students, with 26% coming from outside the UK. The largest international cohorts come from China, United States, and Singapore.
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama currently lists 10 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 1 undergraduate and 9 postgraduate programmes.
Graduate outcomes are excellent: 90% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £25,500, rising to £28,200 after five years.
London is one of the world's great capital cities, offering unmatched career opportunities and cultural richness.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | Not Ranked in QS |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | Not Ranked in THE |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | No Guardian Ranking Available |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | No CUG Ranking Available |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
86.5% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £23,460 | +9% |
| 3 years | £23,000 | £21,160 | +9% |
| 5 years | £28,200 | £25,944 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 70% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
25.6% of students are international, representing 21+ countries. Total international students: 260.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| China | 65 | 25% |
| United States | 60 | 23.1% |
| Singapore | 15 | 5.8% |
| Australia | 10 | 3.8% |
| Canada | 10 | 3.8% |
| India | 10 | 3.8% |
| Korea (South) | 10 | 3.8% |
| Colombia | 5 | 1.9% |
| France | 5 | 1.9% |
| Germany | 5 | 1.9% |
Source: HESA official data.
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