International

Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of young musicians, actors, and production artists in the heart of the City of London.

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Our International Activity

We are an institution with global reputation and reach. Find out more about our international profile, how to apply and audition as an international student, our international student culture, and the ingoing and outgoing study abroad opportunities available within our network of mobility partners.

Filter our news page by 'international’ to see a record of activities and events conducted internationally or with international relevance.

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Global Guildhall

Guildhall School is recognised as one of the world’s leading institutions in the instruction of music, drama, and production arts. Our staff, students, and alumni represent some of the most globally influential in their respective fields.

Read more about our international profile.

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International Admissions

Guildhall welcomes a diverse community of students from all over the world. The content on the website is relevant to all students, but the information in the International Admissions page is specifically for those joining us from abroad.

You can find further information about fees and funding, entry requirements and English language requirements, application procedures and auditions, visa sponsorship, and answers to questions about the EU and Brexit.

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International Student Life

Every year we welcome a large number of international students to Guildhall, and we do our best to help you settle into life in central London through a range of student services designed to make adjusting to life at the School as easy as possible.

Read more about what it’s like to study at Guildhall as an international student including important information about accommodation, international student orientation, and our buddy programme to help you settle into life in London.

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Study Abroad & Mobility

Find out more about our study abroad programmes, including the latest developments relating to Erasmus exchanges, visiting student semesters, summer and short courses, and the integrated international elements to some of our programmes.

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Visas and immigration

If you are not a UK or an Irish national, then you may need permission to travel to and study in the UK. The type of immigration permission you need will depend on the course you will be studying at Guildhall School.

Read more about Visas and immigration.

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