University for the Creative Arts
Employability Rate
97%
Upcoming Intake
Sep 2025
Tution Fee
Starts from 17,500 GBP
English Requirement
IELTS, TOEFL
Rated TEF Silver
Highlights
The University for the Creative Arts is a specialist art and design university in the south of England.
With campuses in Canterbury, Epsom, Farnham and Rochester it offers a diverse learning environment for students. Moreover, UCA is the second-largest provider of creative arts education in the UK and attracts a broad range of international students.
The university offers courses from art and design, right through to media and architecture.
First-year students on an undergraduate course are guaranteed accommodation in halls or in nominated university partner accommodation. On-campus housing often includes purpose-built student residences with various room types, such as en-suite rooms or shared flats.
Students are also assisted in finding suitable private accommodation off-campus, with the university providing resources and guidance on navigating the local rental market.
- Library with student support
- Digital and Media Labs
- Gallery Spaces
- Photography Studios
- Technical Support
- Auditoriums and Lecture Halls
- Cafes and Social Spaces
- Sports and Recreation Facilities
- Specialised Studios and Workspaces
Over 91 countries are represented in the student body at the University for the Creative Arts. Students often make friends with similar interests at the student clubs of different varieties. The student union has an active voice on social issues and supports LGBTQ+, Black Lives Matter movements, anti-misogyny and more issues.
The University for the Creative Arts has campuses in Canterbury, Epsom, Farnham and Rochester. All the campuses are situated in Southern England in affluent areas with good train links to London, the UK capital. The cost of living can be slightly higher in these areas, however the university offers scholarships that can help students to achieve a high quality of life.
Campuses
The Canterbury campus is located in Kent and offers a peaceful, green environment and is close to the city centre.
Kent is well-known for its rich history and architecture, especially the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Canterbury Cathedral. The city’s infrastructure comprises cobbled streets, historic buildings, and numerous museums.
The city is well-connected by road and rail. London is just an hour away by train. The Cowdrey Place bus stop is only a 4-minute walk from the campus.
Ranking
by GUARDIAN
49
FAQs
Students can apply for International Undergraduate Scholarships that are merit-based, while International Postgraduate Scholarships are given to academically exceptional international students pursuing postgraduate studies.
Portfolio Scholarships are granted to students with an outstanding creative portfolio to recognise excellence in art and design.
UCA courses are acclaimed for their top teaching quality, and therefore graduates are respected by creative sector employers.
