Rose Bruford College

• Location: London, England,
• Year of foundation: 1950,
• Number of students: about 1,000,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of studying: mixed.

Rose Bruford College is an institution of higher education, offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, preparatory courses in the fields of acting, performing arts, design, and others.

The college was founded in 1950 by Rose Elizabeth Bruford, who was supported by the Greater London community of actors and poets. Thanks to the financial contributions of the Education Committee, the campus was expanded, the number of programs increased, as did the total number of students and graduates. Today, more than 1000 students study at Rose Bruford College, most of whom are graduates of public schools in England and neighboring countries. Almost every new admission to the college is also attended by foreign applicants who are representatives of Europe, the Middle East, Ukraine and others.

Teachers who conduct classes in all specializations have the highest qualifications and many years of career experience, personal achievements in the field being taught. The basis of all educational activities is practice in specialized studios, workshops, thanks to which students acquire competitive skills, develop their talent and expand opportunities for further career, academic path.

The institution has a long and successful history of internships for students abroad as part of their educational program. An internship can be either a formal part of the curriculum or an ungraded activity, allowing students to develop their skills in a professional environment.

Students have the right to study abroad from the beginning of the second year of their undergraduate program or after the first semester of their master's program. It is possible to complete an internship within a year after graduation. In general, the duration of the internship is from two to five months.

For students of specific programs, studying abroad is an integral part of the curriculum: such courses have well-established and proven partnership with other higher education institutions, companies in certain countries, which have been specifically chosen to complement and expand the educational experience. Some of the partners available for the internship are:

• Akademia Sztuk Teatralnych (National Academy of Theatre Arts), Poland,
• August Everding Theaterakademie, Munich, Germany,
• Catholic University of America, Washington DC, USA,
• Centre College, Kentucky, USA,
• Clemson University, South Carolina, USA,
• Columbia College, Chicago, USA,
• Dviadlo Continuo, Malovice, Czechia,
• Escuela Superior de Arte Dramatico, Murcia, Spain,
• Estonian Academic of Music and Theatre, Tallinn, Estonia,
• Janackova Akadedmie Muzickych Umeni (JAMU), Czechia,
• Jönköping University, Jönköping, Sweden,
• Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma, USA,
• Real Escuela Superior de Arte Dramatico de Madrid, Madrid, Spain,
• The New School, Manhattan, New York, USA,
• University of North Carolina Wilmington, North Carolina, USA.

The college conducts research on contemporary performance practices, including theatre for young spectators, European and American acting techniques, set design and lighting for performances, and Stanislavsky techniques. In addition to creating a solid foundation for further research in these areas, researchers are also exploring new areas, such as digital performance, theater, and social change.

The research is concentrated in three scientific centers:

• Digital Manufacturing Center,
• Stanislavsky Center for Contemporary Performance,
• Theater of the Young Spectator.

The Christopher Court residence, located opposite the railway station and a 10-minute walk from the campus, has 168 en-suite rooms, shared kitchens with all necessary appliances for every five residents, laundry facilities. The price of accommodation involves a number of services, including round-the-clock friendly staff and security, utility bills, fast and reliable broadband Internet.

At the end of the first academic year, some students choose to live off-campus, using the contacts of trusted landlords.

Since most of the offered housing options are equipped with kitchens, students are responsible for their own meals. On the studying grounds, next to the residence, there are dozens of cafeterias, restaurants, bars.

Since Rose Bruford College is a relatively small institution, interaction between its students is very important to create a comfortable, friendly environment. The Student Union, consisting of undergraduates, is committed to making college a safe place for everyone by ensuring that every student is heard and supported. This Union is also engaged in the organization of many events, manages extracurricular areas for development.

The main direction of extracurricular activities in the college is creativity - students have the opportunity to develop their talent in thematic performances, concerts, theatrical performances in the city, and participate in external events. Thanks to the modern infrastructure of the campus, students regularly perform on the stages of the college theaters, study in specialized studios even in their free time.

Rose Bruford College is visited by specialists in various fields of art to conduct lectures and seminars for students, answer questions about career activities and share experiences.

• Higher education qualifications are accredited by the Education Commission,
• Practice-oriented curriculum,
• 90% of students are satisfied with the quality of teaching, programs, extracurricular activities according to the results of the National Survey,
• An extensive list of graduates, including famous actors, writers, theater figures,
• Regular seminars conducted by qualified and world-renowned specialists in various fields of art,
• Opportunity to audition, present portfolios to producers, casting directors of companies such as BBC, ITV and Netflix,
• Many offers of internships, exchange programs.

Rose Bruford College is located in Bexley, a 34-minute drive from central London. On an area of several hundred acres, there are academic and administrative buildings, open areas for recreation, walks and sports activities. The campus infrastructure includes:

• The 300-seat Rose Theatre, which hosts many performances,
• The 90-seat Barn Theater, created in a traditional arched style,
• The Dome for outdoor performances,
• Rehearsal rooms,
• Specialized recording studios, filming,
• Theater studios,
• Virtual reality classrooms with modern equipment,
• Library hall with access to the book depository, electronic databases,
• Lecture classrooms,
• Scientific laboratories for project and research activities,
• Comfortable residence,
• Several cafeterias and dining rooms.

The academic year consists of three semesters:

• Autumn: September-December,
• Spring: January-March,
• Summer: April-June.

Semester dates for some programs may vary. Basically, classes are conducted on weekdays: from Monday to Friday, and rest is organized on weekends, days of national and international holidays, seasonal vacations.

Approximate list of additional costs includes:

• Registration fee, deposit,
• Accommodation, meals,
• Individual materials for specialized preparation,
• Some extracurricular development opportunities,
• External exams,
• Personal support and academic opportunities not included in the academic program,
• Use of technology,
• Personal expenses.

Applicants wishing to pursue one of the higher education degrees at Rose Bruford College must complete several admission stages:

• Filling out the registration form, providing the required documents,
• Payment of the application fee,
• Passing an interview, audition or portfolio review by the admissions committee,
• Receiving an acceptance letter based on the results of entrance exams,
• Making a deposit to book a place on the course,
• Arrive on campus to start classes.

Admissions officers provide support in obtaining a student visa, medical and other documents that will be required by international applicants.

Among the graduates of the educational institution there are world-famous stars of cinema, theater, and music industry. Upon completion of their studies at Rose Bruford College, students receive not only a competitive diploma, but also professional skills, thanks to which they receive offers from leading organizations in the industry.

Some of the college's notable alumni are:

• Gary Oldman is an Oscar and Golden Globe winner, an actor in many films of our time, such as The Dark Knight, Harry Potter,
• Rosalie Craig is a theater and film actress, winner of the Evening Standard Award and the Olivier Award,
• Kane Husbands – Founder and Artistic Director of The PappyShow,
• Ben Cracknell is a multiple award winner in lighting design with experience in the UK and overseas. He is an associate artist at Curve in Leicester. Among the awards are the 2020 WhatsOnStage Award for Best Lighting for Joseph and his Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, winner of the 2019 Kight of Illumination Award at the Olivier Awards.

Admission to Rose Bruford College is based on entrance tests: portfolio showing, audition, interview. All applicants must provide:

• Personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit to study in the UK,
• Academic documents from the previous place of study: certificate of complete secondary education, certificate of the preparatory course,
• Language exam results: TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic or equivalent recognized by the college. The level of English proficiency must be at least B2.

Scholarships, grants, financial aid programs will help students cover part of the costs of study, housing, and medical care. Scholarships and grants are awarded on the basis of academic success, either by the college itself or by its partner organizations. Financial assistance is available on behalf of government agencies and the educational institution for those students who are in a difficult financial situation.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision