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University for the Creative ArtsTSR Wiki > University > Choosing a University > University Guides > University for the Creative Arts
 University for the Creative Arts offers pre-degree, undergraduate and postgraduate courses in art, design, architecture, media and communications. Originally formed as an alliance between the Kent Institute of Art and Design (KIAD) and the Surrey Institute of Art and Design (SIAD), it was the University College for the Creative Arts until September 2008, when it was granted full university status. The university has five campuses: Canterbury, Epsom, Farnham, Maidstone and Rochester. FacilitiesLibrariesThere is an LLC (Library and Learning Centre) at each UCA campus providing books, journals, DVDs, videos and more. Each course has its own Academic Liaison Librarian to help and advise students on whats resources are available to use. Students have access to: 236,000 print and electronic books and exhibition catalogues 12,000 print and electronic journals 20,000 videos, DVDs, slides, audio resources and digital games Over 40 online databases, image collections and newspaper archives
IT and computingIT suites located in each campus's LLC, containing over 240 PCs and Mac's in total. Additional facilities are available in dedicated course media suites. Standard packages on all machines include:
Wireless network access across all UCA campuses with a good signal available in all libraries and some other areas. If you need to use the wireless network and don't have a laptop you can always borrow one from the LLC. Galleries and MuseumsGalleries situated at each campus offer a range of exhibitions throughout the year, and space for students to display their work [1] The Crafts Study Centre, based at Farnham is home to internationally-renowned collections of modern British craft and inspiring exhibitions by leading artist-makers. [2] WelfareStudent Services offers provides the following at each UCA campus: Student Wardens in all accommodation, drop in doctors surgery And advice on: Private accommodation, Financial issues, Legal issues, Student counselling services, Disability support, Study skills and dyslexia support, International student support, Chaplaincy – advice and information for those of all faiths or none HealthcareEach campus has a drop in doctors surgery. Student Services also provide student counselling services, disability support and studyskills and dyslexia support to name a few. [3] Shops
RestaurantsBanksTransportCareers servicePart-time jobsThe Job Shop on the Student Union website lists a number of jobs available on campus and in the local area. The Careers section of the UCA website has an extensive list of part-time jobs, many of which are related to the creative arts meaning you can gain relevant experience as well as make some extra cash. [4] Religious facilitiesChaplaincy at all UCA campuses available to all faiths or none UCA Discussions
SocialBars, pubs and clubsEventsClubs and societiesThere are lots of clubs and societies for you to get involved with and meet new people and if not you can easily set one up. Clubs: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Capoeira, Football, Netball, Rugby, Snow sports, Tennis, Thai Boxing, Volleyball, Yoga Societies: Break dance, Christian Union, Cinema, Drama, Greek and Cypriot, LGBT, Life Drawing, Street Dance, Salsa, Poker, Musicians, Tech Crew, Student Magazine AccommodationAccommodation policyAllocation of UCA accommodation is based on distance from the campus except in cases where students have a special need. Students not placed in UCA accommodation are given assistance to find private accommodation. FacilitiesUniversity accommodation ranges from on campus halls of residence to University managed flats and houses. All accommodation is self-catering, and the majority is in single study bedrooms. A number of rooms across all campuses have en-suite facilities. ResidencesCanterbury: 57 rooms on campus (all ensuite) 107 at Hotham Court (20 ensuite) 25 min walk 24 at Riverdale House (all ensuite) 25 min walk Epsom: 59 rooms on campus (all ensuite) 28 at Ashley Road (shared bathroom 1-3) 5 min walk 60 at Woodcote Side (shared bathroom 1-3) 20 min walk Farnham: 343 rooms in Student Village on campus (13 ensuite) 29 rooms in Main Hall on campus (shared bathroom). Shared bedrooms also available. Maidstone: 134 rooms at Westree Court (all ensuite) 10 min walk Rochester: 214 rooms in Doust Way (all ensuite) 5 min walk Private sectorIf you don't get a place in Univerity accommodation you will be sent a register of privately rented accommodation, which can also be accessed on-line. You can also opt to have your contact details added to go onto a "Sharer's List" of students looking to share privately rented accommodation. This enables new students to get into groups to look for a student house together. Student unionPricesEnvironmentArchitectureLocal areaTeaching qualityApplying to University for the Creative ArtsIf you are applying for 2010 entry will only be able to apply through Route A. The deadline is 15th January. Interviews UCA interviews most but not all students who apply. Sometimes admission staff decide to offer a place solely by looking at an application, or after setting some extra work. Check beforehand whether you will need to go to an interview or not, otherwise assume you'll have to go for interview. Portfolios Most UCA courses require a portfolio as part of the application. Portfolios should include work that:
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