Admissions into TTRP are competitive. Places are limited to a maximum of twelve each year.

Admission Criteria
Students in the Theatre Training & Research Programme must:

1. be above 18 years of age
2. have an "A" Level certificate, or equivalent cultural literacy
   Note: Graduates from junior colleges, polytechnics and universities, as well as current theatre practitioners are all welcome to apply.
3. be proficient in English
4. demonstrate artistic talent and ability, maturity and commitment, at audition(s), interview(s) and by a written assessment.
5. Pass (score 50% or higher in) a Grammar, Vocabulary and Comprehension test of English as a foreign language, administered at the time of the audition.

Selection Process
Selection is made through initial interview, written assessment and auditions.
Upon the School’s receipt of the application, each applicant will be notified in writing of rejection, or of arrangements for interviews, written assessments and auditions.

Audition Dates
Auditions for Singapore citizens and permanent residents will be held during February-March 2008 (subject to change if necessary), two weeks after the application deadline. Auditions for international students will be held throughout the year following application deadlines. Auditions will be held in Singapore, unless it is proved to be impossible for the applicant to journey to Singapore for them.