You will need to submit your application for your chosen course via the Apply page. Kindly note that Mountview is not on UCAS, so you will not need to submit anything through their portal for your application with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applications
When do applications open?
Applications for entry in 2025 will open in early November 2024. Exact dates will be confirmed on Mountview’s website, as well as our social media channels.
Can I apply for more than one course?
Absolutely! If you are interested in multiple pathways, we encourage you to apply for these, as each audition/interview process is different. If you receive an offer for one course, you can still be in receipt of an offer for another.
After I’ve submitted my application, what happens?
Following the submission of your application via the website, you will receive an initial e-mail confirming receipt of this from our admissions team, within 7 days. We will then contact you again within 14 days after this to confirm your audition/interview details.
Can I transfer to Mountview from another institution or university?
Mountview does not offer the option to transfer from another institution to join any of it’s courses mid-way through. This is due to the linear nature of Mountview’s training, as well as each cohort being put together in such a way that ensures each student gets the most out of the course.
Auditions & Interviews
What is the audition/interview process?
This is dependant on the course that you are applying for, so we advise to read all the guidance as listed on your course’s page here on the website. Once you have applied, you will receive a detailed e-mail that will explain the next steps of the process. All offers are made subject to a successful first round/audition, interview, with some courses running a 2-phase process that includes a recall audition.
Are there any fees to audition?
Some courses are free to apply for, while others can vary between £35 and £50. Mountview can offer a limited number of audition waivers for students from low-income backgrounds, as well as any students whose home address is within the Southwark borough. More information will become available when application open in October.
Are auditions online or in person?
If you are a student applying from Overseas, you will be invited to audition/interview digitally as standard for your chosen course, as we understand the financial/time implications of travelling over to London (Kindly note that recalls for BA Performance courses all take place in person, and candidates invited to these must attend to be considered for a spot on the course).
If you are a UK resident, you will be invited to a live audition/interview for your first round, unless the course specifies otherwise within its application process. For our BA/Cert HE performance courses, we offer several regional auditions throughout the season, to make the opportunity to audition as accessible as possible.
Is there a minimum or maximum age limit for applicants?
Students must be 18 or turning 18 within the first term of study in order to be eligible to apply for any of Mountview’s further education courses. There is no upper age limit to study with us! We pride ourselves on the wide range of ages across our cohorts. Do kindly note that if you have studied and accessed Student Finance previously, you will need to check whether you are eligible to receive any funding for your course at Mountview.
What support is on offer for disabled students?
Mountview is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive environment, embracing disability, neurodiversity and learning differences. The team at Mountview do so by enabling access and providing support to students who may need it during their studies. Our building is fully accessible and equipped with lift access to all floors. From the point of submitting an application, we will endeavour to provide any support you may require in relation to any access requirements you have disclosed. This may include, but is not limited to, adaptions for routines and exercises in audition scenarios where necessary.
Fees & Funding
How much does it cost to study at Mountview?
Tuition fees vary across each of Mountview’s courses. For detailed information, please refer to your chosen courses’ homepage. In addition to tuition fees, we advise applicants to research into living costs so you are fully prepared should you receive an offer to study at one of our sites. It’s important to consider elements such as rent, travel and other general day-to-day expenses.
How are payments managed?
Payments are split into termly instalments, with the first term of fees being due in the summer, ahead of your course commencing in September. You will receive a detailed invoice with your payment deadlines upon receiving your offer letter. We are always happy to discuss alternative payment plans with students once they have enrolled for the remainder of their fees, to make finances as manageable as possible over the year.
Can I apply for Student Finance?
Mountview’s courses are validated by the University of East Anglia, meaning eligible students can access funding through Student Finance*. As Mountview is a private provider and does not receive any government support to run its courses, students on our BA/FdA/Cert HE programmes are eligible for a maximum tuition fee loan of £6,000. This is in addition to a needs-tested maintenance loan, which you may use towards your tuition fees.
For MA programmes, students can apply for a postgraduate loan. More information can be found on the GOV.UK website.
What other financial support is on offer?
Upon receiving an offer, students are invited to apply for Mountview’s Internal Scholarship fund. Applications are then reviewed by the scholarship panel, who will allocate awards based on financial need and potential as a creative. Kindly note that funding is limited, and the demand for scholarships is incredibly high. Most scholarships provide a contribution towards your fees, rather than a full tuition fee scholarship. Full scholarships are limited. We therefore really encourage all applicants to research into additional funding opportunities, through local organisations and charities.
*BA/FdA/Cert HE students can apply for Student Finance England, Wales, Scotland and NI.
Please note that Student Finance Scotland and NI do not currently fund Mountview’s post-graduate programmes.
Offers & Next steps
Can I defer my offer?
As standard, Mountview does not offer deferrals for students. We therefore encourage you to apply for the academic year in which you wish to begin studying.
Are there any alternative options if I don’t get in?
If you do not receive an offer for the course that you initially apply for, we encourage you to consider other pathways that Mountview has to offer. We run several Summer Short courses, as well as part-time courses, which are brilliant options to expand upon your current skill set and prepare you for full time vocational training.
If you are looking to pursue the 3-year BA Performance pathway, but feel you would benefit from an additional year to prepare for this, we are proud to offer our Certificate of Higher Education courses, in both Acting and Musical Theatre. Places at Mountview are highly competitive, and many students will audition for a few years before gaining a place, so we encourage you to access as much training as you can in the meantime!
How do I arrange accommodation and what options are on offer?
Mountview London are proud to partner with Bernard Myers, a student accommodation provider based close to our facilities in Peckham. Each year, a number of rooms are reserved for Mountview students, the applications for which typically open in May. Upon receiving your offer, you will be sent more information on the application process for one of the standard en-suite rooms, or one of two accessible studios. These rooms are available on a first come, first serve basis. Many of our students also opt for private rentals, particularly during their 2nd and 3rd years of study. For our regional sites, students will be provided with a comprehensive list of accommodation options close to their site of study.
When does the academic year start and what are the term times?
You can find the course dates for the current academic year within each course’s page on the website, but we advise generally that courses will always begin in early September, with their end date varying depending on the course you are studying.
