Join our global student community to learn creative skills from industry experts in one of the world's leading creative economies.

If you're looking for a degree course to help you build a career in the creative industries, the UK is an exciting place to study. Its creative sector is one of the fastest-growing areas of the economy, employing 3.2million people and making £101.5billion a year. Meanwhile, the city of London is known throughout the world as a driving force in the global creative economy.

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Why study at UCA?

A global reputation for developing creative talent

We work with creative employers to design courses that will give you the most in-demand skills. This means we're known across the world for educating sought-after graduates in the creative industries.

A vibrant international community

Nearly half of our students come to study with us from overseas, travelling from over 80 different nations.

Close to a world-leading creative capital

Our UK campuses are all within an hour's travel from London - an ideal location to build contacts and gain industry experience.

What’s it like being a UCA student?

That’s a big question. Get some answers from people who are studying right here, right now.

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