Section 1 - Introduction
Privacy Notice
The ISTD Academy collects and processes personal information to assess applications, manage student records and deliver its programmes.
Information collected may include:
- Personal details (name, address, email address and telephone number)
- Date of birth
- Nationality
- ISTD membership and PIN numbers (where applicable)
- Qualification and application information
Your information will be stored securely and processed in accordance with UK data protection legislation.
For further information, please see the ISTD Privacy Policy.
Application Guidance
Please read this form carefully before completing your application.
- Complete all sections in English.
- Complete all required fields.
- Upload supporting documents where requested.
- You may save your application and return to it later.
- Enter "Not Applicable" where appropriate.
- The first round of interviews will commence January 2027 for September 2027 entry.
International Applicants
Applicants for whom English is not their native language will need to demonstrate a proficiency in written and spoken English relevant to the demands of the course of study.
IELTS: with an overall band of 5.5 with no less than 5.0 in each component skill.
Language Cert International: ESOL SELT with 33 – 38 score per skill.
Application Process
Stage 1: Application Form and Supporting Documents
Submit your completed application form together with all required supporting documents.
Stage 2: Online Interview
Applicants who meet the entry requirements and provide all required documentation will be invited to attend an online interview via Zoom.
Places are limited and early application is encouraged.
Programme delivery is subject to sufficient enrolment. Applicants will be informed as soon as possible should any changes affect programme delivery.