For students who do not have English as their first language, you must provide proof that you can read, write, speak and understand English to a high level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) scale. For the MA Theatre Lab, you must have CEFR level C1 or IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all areas. It will speed up your application if you are able to upload evidence of this at the time of applying. Academic Criteria: Applicants should normally have a first degree in English, Drama, Theatre, Performance Studies, or another related humanities subject. However, those with professional performing experience or appropriate prior learning (such as significant experience in the field) will also be considered. Non-Academic Criteria - Applicants should have a strong interest in performance and related activities: • Essential: Applicants must have at least three years of acting or performance experience, whether at university, amateur, or professional level. All types of performance will be considered relevant. For example, not only theatre and devised performance, but also dance, circus, live art, immersive work, etc. • Highly desirable: Professional experience as an actor or performer. To reiterate, Applicants from other fields of study may be considered if they have sufficient practical experience in theatre and performance. In some cases, RADA may also consider Applicants with exceptional experience in performance and theatre who do not hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent Level 6 qualifications. This is assessed on a case-by-case basis.