International Applicants
Apply now for 2025/26 entry
Interested in coming to LAMDA?
We welcome students from all around the globe. Moving to a new country can seem daunting, but also full of exciting new possibilities. We’re here to help make the journey a bit easier so that you can settle into London life with ease.
From Visas and financial support to where to stay, find out more about visiting the UK for potentially the first time and how we support all of our applicants and students.
Apply now for our Study Abroad programmes
You'll train in classical acting over 14 weeks in the theatrical capital. Join us in the Spring or Autumn terms.
Highlights of London
English Language requirements
In order to train on this course, you should have a level of English that is approximately IELTS 7.0. Please note that there are a number of different IELTS options, LAMDA requires prospective students to have the IELTS for UKVI. If you are unsure, our admissions team can discuss this over the phone.
Housing in London
Coming to a new city? Read our tips on finding accommodation in London.
What support and pastoral care is on offer for students?
We have a Student Wellbeing Manager, Race Equality Officer, Lead Practitioner (Inclusive Practice) and Student Services Manager there to assist students and applicants. Once you arrive at LAMDA you'll also benefit from the support of a Personal Tutor and Student Reps.
BLOG: Experience London
First visit to London? If you're joining us for a short course or longer, here's 10 things to see and do while you're here...
Find out about our US Shakespeare Masterclasses
Led by Rodney Cottier, LAMDA's Associate Director and former Head of Drama School, these masterclasses invite you to experience Shakespeare in a whole new way.
Where are they now? Meet our alumni
Meet the people who've trained at LAMDA from our Patron Benedict Cumberbatch to the Creatives behind Mischief Theatre Company.
