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University of the Arts London (UAL)is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design according to the 2022 QS World University Rankings®, for the fourth year in a row. It welcomes a diverse body of over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Established in 2004, UAL brings together 6 esteemed arts, design, fashion and media Colleges, which were founded in the 19th and early 20th centuries; and is breaking boundaries with its new Institute:
UAL gives students unique opportunities to learn, create, research and innovate across a whole range of disciplines and at all levels – covering everything from the performing arts, graphic and interior design to fashion and fine art. With a teaching staff made up of professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists, UAL is one of the world's leading specialist creative universities. The Colleges and Institute each have its own culture, philosophy and focus. UAL graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide, and the university has launched the careers of many creative and cultural leaders, including over half of all Turner Prize nominees.
About University of the Arts London
For guidance regarding how COVID19 is affecting applications and more, please see updates here.
University of the Arts London (UAL)is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design according to the 2022 QS World University Rankings®, for the fourth year in a row. It welcomes a diverse body of over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Established in 2004, UAL brings together 6 esteemed arts, design, fashion and media Colleges, which were founded in the 19th and early 20th centuries; and is breaking boundaries with its new Institute:
UAL gives students unique opportunities to learn, create, research and innovate across a whole range of disciplines and at all levels – covering everything from the performing arts, graphic and interior design to fashion and fine art. With a teaching staff made up of professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists, UAL is one of the world's leading specialist creative universities. The Colleges and Institute each have its own culture, philosophy and focus. UAL graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide, and the university has launched the careers of many creative and cultural leaders, including over half of all Turner Prize nominees.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design in the 2021 QS World University Rankings®, for the third year in a row.
UAL brings together 6 renowned Colleges and the recently founded Creative Computing Institute, each with a unique culture, philosophy and focus. The Colleges have a long established, global reputation for producing outstanding work:
UAL graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide, and the University has launched the careers of many creative and cultural leaders, including over half of all Turner Prize nominees.
Undergraduate study at UAL
UAL offers over 100 courses at degree preparation and undergraduate level in art, design, fashion, media, communication, screen and performing arts.
The University’s courses are delivered by inspiring and supportive teaching staff made up of professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists. With a UAL qualification, you could follow the path of many of the University’s alumni to become a world leader in your field.
Take a look at the list of courses to find out if there's something for you.
How to apply
Course pages contain all the information you need to apply, including application forms and entry requirements.
Use UAL's Course Finder to search for a specific undergraduate course.
Foundation Diplomas
The Foundation Diploma in Art and Design is one of the main routes into practice-based undergraduate courses at University of the Arts London. The course, which lasts one year, will prepare you for higher education and help you decide the specific subject you want to study at undergraduate level.
Each of the University’s Colleges boasts specialist equipment and facilities, including stunning galleries, dramatic workspaces and performance venues. Students have access to a range of learning resources — including archives and special collections, with items dating from the 15th century to the 21st — and can borrow materials from all of the College libraries.
Open Days provide a great opportunity to learn about UAL’s courses and facilities, speak with current students and even get application advice. You will get to meet staff and students and gain in-depth information about undergraduate courses, fees and funding. It’s your chance to start to experience life at UAL. The University has a full programme of in-person and online events for you to learn more. Take a look at UAL’s upcoming Open Day events.
Contact us
If you have questions about any of UAL’s courses, complete an enquiry form on your chosen course page.
University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design in the 2021 QS World University Rankings®, for the third year in a row, and is Europe's largest specialist university for art and design.
UAL brings together 6 renowned Colleges and the recently founded Creative Computing Institute, each with a unique culture, philosophy and focus. The Colleges have a long established, global reputation for producing outstanding work:
UAL graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide, and the University has launched the careers of many creative and cultural leaders, including over half of all Turner Prize nominees.
Postgraduate study at UAL
UAL offers a range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts at postgraduate level.
As well as MA courses, the University offers Graduate Diplomas, Postgraduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas, an Executive MBA and MSc qualifications, all delivered by inspiring and supportive teaching staff made up of professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists. Whatever your chosen discipline, a postgraduate course at UAL will allow you to grow creatively and professionally.
UAL also offers theoretical and practice based research programmes, leading to a PhD or MPhil award in any subject area where appropriately qualified supervision can be provided. The University is ranked among the UK’s top research universities with 83% of research graded as world-leading and internationally excellent, following the 2014 Research Excellence Framework.
Individual course pages contain all the information you need to apply, including application forms and entry requirements.
Use UAL's Course Finder to search for a specific course.
Postgraduate funding
UAL has a range of bursaries, scholarships and awards open to postgraduate students. Learn more about UAL's range of available postgraduate scholarships and funding.
Facilities
Each of UAL’s Colleges boasts specialist equipment and facilities, including stunning galleries, dramatic workspaces and performance venues. Students have access to a range of learning resources — including archives and special collections, with items dating from the 15th century to the 21st — and can borrow materials from all of the College libraries.
Open Days provide a great opportunity to learn about UAL’s courses and facilities, speak with current students and even get application advice. You will get to meet staff and students and gain in-depth information about postgraduate courses, fees and funding. It’s your chance to start to experience life at UAL.
The University has a full programme of in-person and online Postgraduate Open Days. that take place at each of the six Colleges. Check out UAL's upcoming Open Day events.
Contact us
If you have any questions about studying at UAL, complete a non-specific enquiry form on our website, and someone will be in touch.
If you have questions about any of UAL’s courses, complete an enquiry form on your chosen course page.
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About University of the Arts London
For guidance regarding how COVID19 is affecting applications and more, please see updates here.
University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design according to the 2022 QS World University Rankings®, for the fourth year in a row. It welcomes a diverse body of over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Established in 2004, UAL brings together 6 esteemed arts, design, fashion and media Colleges, which were founded in the 19th and early 20th centuries; and is breaking boundaries with its new Institute:
UAL gives students unique opportunities to learn, create, research and innovate across a whole range of disciplines and at all levels – covering everything from the performing arts, graphic and interior design to fashion and fine art. With a teaching staff made up of professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists, UAL is one of the world's leading specialist creative universities. The Colleges and Institute each have its own culture, philosophy and focus. UAL graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide, and the university has launched the careers of many creative and cultural leaders, including over half of all Turner Prize nominees.
About University of the Arts London
For guidance regarding how COVID19 is affecting applications and more, please see updates here.
University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design according to the 2022 QS World University Rankings®, for the fourth year in a row. It welcomes a diverse body of over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Established in 2004, UAL brings together 6 esteemed arts, design, fashion and media Colleges, which were founded in the 19th and early 20th centuries; and is breaking boundaries with its new Institute:
UAL gives students unique opportunities to learn, create, research and innovate across a whole range of disciplines and at all levels – covering everything from the performing arts, graphic and interior design to fashion and fine art. With a teaching staff made up of professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists, UAL is one of the world's leading specialist creative universities. The Colleges and Institute each have its own culture, philosophy and focus. UAL graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide, and the university has launched the careers of many creative and cultural leaders, including over half of all Turner Prize nominees.
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One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
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A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
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University of the Arts London is one of the top public universities in London, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=161 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2022.
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BA (Hons) Culture, Criticism and Curation
BA (Hons) Technical Arts for Theatre and Performance
MA Animation (Online)
MA Textile Design
MSc Cosmetic Science
University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design in the 2021 QS World University Rankings®, for the third year in a row.
UAL brings together 6 renowned Colleges and the recently founded Creative Computing Institute, each with a unique culture, philosophy and focus. The Colleges have a long established, global reputation for producing outstanding work:
UAL graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide, and the University has launched the careers of many creative and cultural leaders, including over half of all Turner Prize nominees.
Undergraduate study at UAL
UAL offers over 100 courses at degree preparation and undergraduate level in art, design, fashion, media, communication, screen and performing arts.
The University’s courses are delivered by inspiring and supportive teaching staff made up of professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists. With a UAL qualification, you could follow the path of many of the University’s alumni to become a world leader in your field.
Take a look at the list of courses to find out if there's something for you.
How to apply
Course pages contain all the information you need to apply, including application forms and entry requirements.
Use UAL's Course Finder to search for a specific undergraduate course.
Foundation Diplomas
The Foundation Diploma in Art and Design is one of the main routes into practice-based undergraduate courses at University of the Arts London. The course, which lasts one year, will prepare you for higher education and help you decide the specific subject you want to study at undergraduate level.
Learn more about UAL's Foundation Diploma in Art and Design programmes.
Undergraduate funding
The UAL website contains information on grants and loans for undergraduates.
UAL also has a range of bursaries, scholarships and awards open to undergraduate students.
If you are from outside the UK, find more information on International Fees and Funding.
Facilities
Each of the University’s Colleges boasts specialist equipment and facilities, including stunning galleries, dramatic workspaces and performance venues. Students have access to a range of learning resources — including archives and special collections, with items dating from the 15th century to the 21st — and can borrow materials from all of the College libraries.
Find more information about the University’s specialist art and design facilities.
Open Days
Open Days provide a great opportunity to learn about UAL’s courses and facilities, speak with current students and even get application advice. You will get to meet staff and students and gain in-depth information about undergraduate courses, fees and funding. It’s your chance to start to experience life at UAL. The University has a full programme of in-person and online events for you to learn more. Take a look at UAL’s upcoming Open Day events.
Contact us
If you have questions about any of UAL’s courses, complete an enquiry form on your chosen course page.
Camberwell College of Arts (7)
BA (Hons) Fine Art: Computational Arts
BA (Hons) Fine Art: Drawing
BA (Hons) Fine Art: Painting
BA (Hons) Fine Art: Photography
BA (Hons) Fine Art: Sculpture
BA (Hons) Graphic Design
BA (Hons) Illustration
BA (Hons) Interior and Spatial Design
Central Saint Martins (7)
BA (Hons) Architecture
BA (Hons) Ceramic Design
BA (Hons) Culture, Criticism and Curation
BA (Hons) Fashion Communication: Histories and Theories
BA (Hons) Fashion Communication: Image and Promotion
BA (Hons) Fashion Communication: Journalism
BA (Hons) Fashion Design: Communication
BA (Hons) Fashion Design: Knitwear
BA (Hons) Fashion Design: Menswear
BA (Hons) Fashion Design: Print
BA (Hons) Fashion Design: Womenswear
BA (Hons) Fine Art
BA (Hons) Graphic Communication Design
BA (Hons) Jewellery Design
BA (Hons) Performance: Design and Practice
BA (Hons) Product and Industrial Design
BA (Hons) Textile Design
Chelsea College of Arts (7)
BA (Hons) Fine Art (Chelsea College of Arts)
BA (Hons) Graphic Design Communication
BA (Hons) Interior Design
BA (Hons) Product and Furniture Design
BA (Hons) Textile Design (Chelsea College of Arts)
London College of Communication (7)
BA (Hons) Advertising
BA (Hons) Animation
BA (Hons) Commercial Photography
BA (Hons) Computer Animation and Visual Effects
BA (Hons) Contemporary Media Cultures
BA (Hons) Design Management
BA (Hons) Design for Art Direction
BA (Hons) Design for Climate Justice
BA (Hons) Film Practice
BA (Hons) Film and Screen Studies
BA (Hons) Film and Television
BA (Hons) Games Art
BA (Hons) Games Design
BA (Hons) Graphic Branding and Identity
BA (Hons) Graphic and Media Design
BA (Hons) Illustration and Visual Media
BA (Hons) Immersive Media and Mixed Reality
BA (Hons) Interaction Design Arts
BA (Hons) Journalism
BA (Hons) Magazine Journalism and Publishing
BA (Hons) Media Communications
BA (Hons) Music Production
BA (Hons) Photography
BA (Hons) Photojournalism and Documentary Photography
BA (Hons) Public Relations
BA (Hons) Service Design
BA (Hons) Sound Arts
BA (Hons) User Experience Design
London College of Fashion (7)
BA (Hons) Bespoke Tailoring
BA (Hons) Cordwainers Fashion Bags and Accessories
BA (Hons) Cordwainers Footwear: Product Design and Innovation
BA (Hons) Costume for Performance
BA (Hons) Creative Direction for Fashion
BA (Hons) Critical Practice in Fashion Media
BA (Hons) Fashion Buying and Merchandising
BA (Hons) Fashion Contour
BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Menswear
BA (Hons) Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear
BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Development
BA (Hons) Fashion Imaging and Illustration
BA (Hons) Fashion Jewellery
BA (Hons) Fashion Journalism and Content Creation
BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing
BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing and Consumer Behaviour
BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing and Content Creation
BA (Hons) Fashion Pattern Cutting
BA (Hons) Fashion Photography
BA (Hons) Fashion Public Relations and Communication
BA (Hons) Fashion Sportswear
BA (Hons) Fashion Styling and Production
BA (Hons) Fashion Textiles: Embroidery
BA (Hons) Fashion Textiles: Knit
BA (Hons) Fashion Textiles: Print
BA (Hons) Fashion Visual Merchandising and Branding
BA (Hons) Hair and Make-up for Fashion
BA (Hons) Hair, Make-up and Prosthetics for Performance
BSc (Hons) Fashion Management
BSc (Hons) Psychology of Fashion
MSc Cosmetic Science
MSc Strategic Fashion Management
UAL Creative Computing Institute (7)
BSc (Hons) Creative Computing
Wimbledon College of Arts (7)
BA (Hons) Acting and Performance
BA (Hons) Contemporary Theatre and Performance
BA (Hons) Costume for Theatre and Screen
BA (Hons) Creative Technical Theatre
BA (Hons) Production Arts for Screen
BA (Hons) Technical Arts for Theatre and Performance
BA (Hons) Theatre Design
University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design in the 2021 QS World University Rankings®, for the third year in a row, and is Europe's largest specialist university for art and design.
UAL brings together 6 renowned Colleges and the recently founded Creative Computing Institute, each with a unique culture, philosophy and focus. The Colleges have a long established, global reputation for producing outstanding work:
UAL graduates go on to work in and shape creative industries worldwide, and the University has launched the careers of many creative and cultural leaders, including over half of all Turner Prize nominees.
Postgraduate study at UAL
UAL offers a range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts at postgraduate level.
As well as MA courses, the University offers Graduate Diplomas, Postgraduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas, an Executive MBA and MSc qualifications, all delivered by inspiring and supportive teaching staff made up of professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists. Whatever your chosen discipline, a postgraduate course at UAL will allow you to grow creatively and professionally.
UAL also offers theoretical and practice based research programmes, leading to a PhD or MPhil award in any subject area where appropriately qualified supervision can be provided. The University is ranked among the UK’s top research universities with 83% of research graded as world-leading and internationally excellent, following the 2014 Research Excellence Framework.
Learn more about postgraduate study at UAL.
How to apply
Individual course pages contain all the information you need to apply, including application forms and entry requirements.
Use UAL's Course Finder to search for a specific course.
Postgraduate funding
UAL has a range of bursaries, scholarships and awards open to postgraduate students. Learn more about UAL's range of available postgraduate scholarships and funding.
Facilities
Each of UAL’s Colleges boasts specialist equipment and facilities, including stunning galleries, dramatic workspaces and performance venues. Students have access to a range of learning resources — including archives and special collections, with items dating from the 15th century to the 21st — and can borrow materials from all of the College libraries.
Find more information about the University’s specialist art and design facilities.
Open Days
Open Days provide a great opportunity to learn about UAL’s courses and facilities, speak with current students and even get application advice. You will get to meet staff and students and gain in-depth information about postgraduate courses, fees and funding. It’s your chance to start to experience life at UAL.
The University has a full programme of in-person and online Postgraduate Open Days. that take place at each of the six Colleges. Check out UAL's upcoming Open Day events.
Contact us
If you have any questions about studying at UAL, complete a non-specific enquiry form on our website, and someone will be in touch.
If you have questions about any of UAL’s courses, complete an enquiry form on your chosen course page.
Camberwell College of Arts (7)
MA Designer Maker
MA Fine Art (Camberwell College of Arts)
MA Global Collaborative Design Practice
MA Graphic Design Communication
MA Illustration
MA Interior and Spatial Design
MA Interior and Spatial Design (Online)
Central Saint Martins (7)
M ARCH: Architecture
MA Applied Imagination
MA Art and Science
MA Arts and Cultural Enterprise
MA Biodesign
MA Character Animation
MA Cities
MA Contemporary Photography; Practices and Philosophies
MA Culture, Criticism and Curation
MA Design (Ceramics, Furniture, Jewellery)
MA Design for Industry 5.0
MA Fashion (Knitwear for Fashion)
MA Fashion (Menswear Fashion)
MA Fashion (Textiles for Fashion)
MA Fashion (Womenswear Fashion)
MA Fashion Communication: Fashion Critical Studies
MA Fashion Communication: Fashion Image
MA Fashion Communication: Fashion Journalism
MA Fine Art
MA Fine Art: Digital
MA Graphic Communication Design
MA Industrial Design
MA Innovation Management
MA Intercultural Practices
MA Material Futures
MA Narrative Environments
MA Performance: Design and Practice
MA Performance: Screen
MA Performance: Society
MA Performance: Writing
MA Regenerative Design
MRes Art: Exhibition Studies
MRes Art: Moving Image
MRes Art: Theory and Philosophy
Chelsea College of Arts (7)
MA Curating and Collections
MA Fine Art (Chelsea College of Arts)
MA Textile Design
London College of Communication (7)
MA 3D Computer Animation
MA Advertising
MA Animation
MA Animation (Online)
MA Commercial Photography
MA Data Visualisation
MA Design Management
MA Design for Art Direction
MA Design for Social Innovation and Sustainable Futures
MA Design for Visual Communication
MA Documentary Film
MA Film
MA Games Design
MA Graphic Branding and Identity
MA Graphic Media Design
MA Illustration and Visual Media
MA Interaction Design
MA Journalism: Arts and Lifestyle Journalism
MA Journalism: Audio and Video Journalism
MA Journalism: Social Justice Journalism
MA Media, Communications and Critical Practice
MA Photography
MA Photojournalism and Documentary Photography
MA Photojournalism and Documentary Photography (online)
MA Public Relations
MA Publishing
MA Screenwriting
MA Service Design
MA Sound Arts
MA Television
MA User Experience Design
MA Virtual Reality
MA Visual Effects
London College of Fashion (7)
MA Costume Design for Performance
MA Fashion Artefact
MA Fashion Artefact (Low Residency)
MA Fashion Cultures and Histories
MA Fashion Curation and Cultural Programming
MA Fashion Design Management
MA Fashion Design Technology (Menswear)
MA Fashion Design Technology (Womenswear)
MA Fashion Entrepreneurship and Innovation
MA Fashion Futures
MA Fashion Journalism
MA Fashion Marketing and Sustainability
MA Fashion Media and Communication
MA Fashion Photography
MA Fashion, Film and Digital Production
MA Footwear
MA Global Fashion Retailing
MA Innovative Fashion Production
MA Pattern and Garment Technology
MA Strategic Fashion Marketing
MA Strategic Fashion Marketing (online)
MSc Applied Psychology in Fashion
MSc Fashion Analytics and Forecasting
UAL Creative Computing Institute (7)
MA Internet Equalities
MA Internet Equalities (Online)
MA/MSc Computing and Creative Industry (Modular)
MA/MSc Computing and Creative Industry (Modular) (Online)
MRes Creative Computing
MSc Creative Computing
MSc Creative Computing (Online)
MSc Data Science and AI for the Creative Industries
MSc Data Science and AI for the Creative Industries (Online)
Wimbledon College of Arts (7)
MA Performance: Politics and Social Justice
MA Performance: Theatre Making
MA Theatre and Performance Design
Full-Time MBA (1)
LCF MBA
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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