University for the Creative Arts

UCA campuses do not feel like typical universities. Every space, from the studios to the corridors, is built with creative people in mind.

UCA is the UK’s leading specialist art and design university. Here’s where it stands:

UCA’s careers service, Creative Futures, is designed specifically for people entering the creative industries. Advisers offer personal sessions on career planning, CV and portfolio advice, and interview preparation. Employer events, live briefs, and industry projects run throughout the year, connecting students directly to the creative sector while they are still studying. UCA also uses the Turing Scheme to fund international study and work placements abroad. Graduate support continues after you finish, with advisers helping with job applications and further study. Alumni go on to work in fashion houses, animation studios, film sets, design agencies, and advertising firms. The annual degree show brings industry professionals and recruiters directly to campus.

On-campus halls are available at Canterbury, Epsom, and Farnham, all self-catered with single-study bedrooms as standard. The university accommodates students who apply early.

The main point of contact for most students’ needs at the University for the Creative Arts is the Campus Life team. They are genuinely approachable, and whether you need general advice or a referral to specialist support, they are the right place to start.