Overview
Prepare for an acting career without limits in the heart of London.
The performing arts industry offers great opportunity or variety for emerging actors. From film and theatre to animation, voiceover, presenting and more, today’s performers are building dynamic multi-faceted careers that demand adaptability and the confidence to move between different forms of performance. In London, the thriving fringe scene continues to provide a vital space for new work and emerging talent – making it the place to be for ambitious artists ready to experiment, collaborate and build their portfolio.
At Regent’s, you’ll train for this evolving landscape from day one, working across stage and screen in well-equipped studios, collaborating with film and media students, and creating your own projects using high-spec equipment. Guided by tutors with professional experience as actors, writers and directors, you’ll develop the practical skills, versatility and creative confidence needed to succeed.
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You'll experience
- Dynamic workshops: develop your personal talents, stagecraft and skillset
- Live performances and screenings: present to live audiences and industry guests
- Collaborative learning: work alongside production and screenwriting peers
- Guest speakers: gain insights from actors, producers and casting directors
- Prime location: study in central London – steps from major theatres and studios
- Global opportunities: optional overseas study and professional placements
Why Regent’s?
Discover more about what makes Regent's special.
What to expect
Developed by working actors and industry professionals, this course provides the chance to study in the centre of London amongst a vibrant community of performers, screenwriters and producers who actively develop new work, collaborate across disciplines and influence this creative sector. You’ll gain insights into the realities of the industry, build meaningful professional connections, and learn what it takes to succeed as an actor – from approaching agents to mastering the self-tape.
You’ll learn how stories are brought to life on stage and screen – and how small performance tweaks can transform a moment, deepen a character, shift meaning, and captivate an audience. During dynamic workshop sessions, you’ll explore physical expression and improvisation – learning how to perform with intention in front of a camera and before a live audience. These sessions aim to build your confidence, encourage collaboration, free you from inhibition and promote spontaneity, creativity and personal reflection.
Collaborating with peers from different cultures, backgrounds and disciplines will inspire new ways of thinking, creating and problem solving, and broaden your understanding of the full creative process. You’ll learn to approach ideas from multiple perspectives and gain a much deeper appreciation for how performance, direction and production intersect – giving you the confidence to contribute to any creative environment.
You’ll be taught by professional actors who have performed at the National Theatre and starred in TV shows on Sky, Amazon Prime, and more. They care deeply about your successes, and are committed to providing honest feedback, one-to-one guidance, and the practical tools you need to flourish.
Thanks to our small classes, you’ll benefit from close relationships, industry opportunities and access to professional spaces and equipment – with no waitlist!
- Acting and TV studios
- Free Adobe Creative Cloud license
- Professional editing suites
- Red, Sony and Black Magic cameras
- Da Vinci Resolve, Movie Magic
- A professional foley studio
- Sound mixers and Celeb lighting
In your final year, you’ll work on a collaborative piece for stage or screen, which you'll debut to a live audience of friends, family and industry guests – showcasing your acting skills, professional knowledge and personal growth. You’ll graduate feeling confident in your own artistic direction, with a network of industry contacts and a portfolio of original work to share at interviews and auditions.
Placements and overseas study
In your second year, you’ll have the option to study abroad or take part in a work placement. We also have a limited number of places available each year at the prestigious Vancouver Film School in Canada – named one of The Hollywood Reporter’s best international film schools.
London-centric learning
As a global hub for theatre and cinema, London offers unparalleled opportunities to enrich your studies through field trips, workshops, masterclasses and guest lectures – showing how artists from diverse backgrounds connect, collaborate and respond to the world. At Regent’s, we’re a short walk from every major theatre, studio and broadcasting house in the city, where some of the world’s leading casting directors and agencies are based.
We regularly invite inspiring industry guests onto campus, giving you the chance to learn directly from leading professionals. Recently, we’ve welcomed:
- Broadway and West End actors Patrick Vaill, Moe Idris, Jorge Bosch
- Film actors like Hana Hrzic, who starred in Truly Naked (2026) and The Batman (2022)
- National Theatre Chief Development Officer, Kathryn Marten
- Casting directors/managers Simone Pereira Hind, Ben Cogan, Jane Arnell, Joseph Linkin
- British actor organisers from Equity, including Fraser Amos
- Emmy award-winning and BAFTA nominated TV directors Jack Tarling, Isabelle Sieb
- Guest directors Gael Le Cornec, Jonathan Holloway
A tailored experience
We put you in the driving seat, making sure you have access to all the support and opportunities you need. You’ll benefit from:
- Your own support officer: receive tailored advice and support when needed
- Academic guidance: one-to-one tutorials available regularly
- Flexible modules: personalise your course with a choice of special electives
- Additional language classes: prepare for domestic and international opportunities
Optional Foundation year
If you opt for a Foundation year, you'll gain a solid grounding in academic skills and principles, as well as an introduction to your chosen subject area. It will provide a rich and varied experience to ensure you’re prepared for degree-level study in the UK – ready to develop specialist knowledge and confidently make the most of your course.
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