University for the Creative Arts
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About
The Creative Arts University is a public university with a long history that was established in 1856 and is known for its long history of fostering creativity and artistic pursuit. It is located on a number of campuses across the United Kingdom, including Canterbury, Epsom, and Farnham, and is a specialist arts university that only teaches creative courses. As a public institution, it has long been famous for excellence in creative fields, developing generations of media practitioners, designers, and artists. It boasts a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs from Fine Art, Animation, Architecture, Fashion, to Film Production and Graphic Design. It is accredited by the Privy Council and recognized by the UK government as a degree-awarding institution. With a multi-colored student population, Creative Arts University has students from over 90 countries, creating a cosmopolitan international community. For international students, the university provides specialized services such as airport pickup, induction programs, on-campus accommodation facilities, visa and immigration assistance, and career advice tailored for creative profession paths, thus ensuring a convenient and rewarding study experience in the UK.
Features
Why University for the Creative Arts
- Specialist Creative Focus – UCA is a UK university exclusively focused on creative arts, design, and media education.
- Modern Campuses Across the South of England-It has purpose-built campuses in Farnham, Epsom, Canterbury, and Rochester, equipped with cutting-edge studios, workshops, and performance spaces.
- Strong Industry Links and Career-Focused Courses-UCA maintains strong connections with creative industries, offering real-world projects, placements, and collaborations with major brands and studios.
- Diverse and International Student Community-With students from over 90 countries, UCA fosters a culturally rich and inclusive learning environment.
- Award-Winning Alumni Network-The university has produced globally recognized alumni in fashion, film, animation, and design, including Oscar and BAFTA winners.
Scholarship Details
International merits based Scholarships for Graduates and Undergraduates Students
For the 2025/26 academic year, the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) offers a variety of automatic fee discounts for international students, including those currently enrolled and alumni who graduated within the past five years. Students progressing from the Integrated International Foundation to an undergraduate course receive a £1,500 discount for the first year. UCA Excellence Scholarships provide £2,000 annually for the 2nd and 3rd years of undergraduate study, while Nepalese students receive £4,000 per year. Similarly, the UCA Continuing Performance Scholarships offer the same amount, requiring students to have achieved at least 50% in the previous academic year. For those advancing from undergraduate to postgraduate taught courses, graduates with a 2:1 or higher are awarded a 50% tuition discount, while those with a 2:2 receive £3,000 off the first-year fees. All scholarships are applied automatically and do not require a separate application.
University Accreditation/ Recognition
- Privy Council (UK state accreditation)-UCA is officially recognized and accredited by the UK Privy Council, allowing it to award degrees.
- Full Membership of CILECT-UCA is a full member of the International Association of Film and Television Schools (CILECT), recognizing its excellence in film and media education.
- “The Rookies Certification for Games Courses-UCA’s games design and VFX programs are accredited by The Rookies, a prestigious international certification for creative industries.
- AVID Learning Partner & Steinberg Certified Training-UCA’s audio and media courses are certified by AVID and Steinberg, ensuring students are trained in industry
- standard software.
- Accreditations from BFI, ARRI & Spotlight-UCA’s film and performance programs are accredited and supported by the British Film Institute (BFI), ARRI, and Spotlight, reflecting strong ties to industry standards.
Location
College, Canterbury, England
Financials
| Descriptions | Subtotal |
|---|---|
| Avg Cost of Tuition/Year | GBP 17,762 |
| Cost of Living/Year | GBP 11,240 |
| *Application Fee |
GBP 0 - GBP 27
*Charged once per application |
| Estimated Total/Year | GBP 29,002 |
