Introduction/Why GSA?
Why GSA?
Training excellence
95% graduate employability rate*
Our rigorous process of training and development is proven to develop versatile, dynamic performers whose attention to detail, professionalism and talent gives GSA graduates an unrivalled reputation and employment record across the entertainment industry.
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Professional Development
West End Showcase
With a dedicated Professional Development Team, career support throughout your time at GSA and our performances being well attended by agents, casting directors and other industry professionals, GSA students have fantastic exposure to the industry and opportunities to develop their professional profile - all cumulating in a final year Professional Showcase in London’s West End.
Proven heritage
Established in 1935
The GSA brand name gives our students immediate visibility in the entertainment industry and a reputation for quality and professionalism. We’re passionate about constantly upholding and developing this reputation, ensuring our students have the technical skills they need whilst also encouraging them to develop their artistic integrity, entrepreneurism and creativity to succeed as artists today and in the future.
International outlook
Students from XX different countries*
At GSA our staff, students and alumni come from all over the world. Through our diverse student cohorts, the opportunity for international trips and the projects we establish with our many international partners and visiting artists, cultural exchange and a global focus are core elements of GSA life that all students benefit form.
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World class facilities
Consistent investment across the campus
As part of the University of Surrey GSA students have access to some of the best facilities in the UK on campus including: purpose built state-of-the-art studios, the £4.5million Ivy Arts Centre which includes a 200 seat theatre, on-campus accommodation, access to the £36million Surrey Sports Park and the recently refurbished Library and Learning Centre which has seen investment of £16million over the last 5 years
Innovative research
The Institute of Performance
Established in 2016, the Institute of Performance at GSA supports a dynamic research community of staff and postgraduate research students, facilitating creative exchange and collaboration across multiple disciplines. Focussing on how this research has the ability to positively contribute to the social, political and cultural challenges of the contemporary world, GSA students have the opportunity to engage with new ideas and the leading academics in their fields to develop their own understanding and critical thinking skills.
Top location
34 minutes to London
Based at the University of Surrey in bustling Guildford in southeast England GSA is just a 34 minute direct train journey away from central London meaning the West End is on your doorstep. The South Coast on England and Brighton are only 90 minutes away and Guildford itself has a diverse range of arts venues including 3 theatres, a variety of music venues, art galleries and performance spaces – all just a 10 minute walk from campus.