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Join The Student Room TodayBe part of the UK's largest and fastest growing student community. It's free to join and a lot of fun - Get inspired, express your ideas, interact and share University of the Arts LondonFrom The Student RoomTSR Wiki > University > Choosing a University > University Guides > University of the Arts London 
Drawing upon more than 150 years of experience, the university is Europe's largest provider of education in art, design, fashion, communication and the performing arts. FoundingThe collegiate body was first introduced as the London Institute in 1986, and acquired university status in 2004 as the University of the Arts London. The six colleges of art, design, fashion and media have origins dating back to the mid 19th Century. The Student HubThe Student Hub is the central university headquarters situated at Davies Street (adjacent from Bond Street), which is used for administrative purposes, learning resources, support services and a students' union cafe/bar. Learning ZoneThe Learning Zone is an innovative, flexible and informal space for both collaborative and private study. Students from across the six colleges are welcome to use the facilities, including computers, laptop hire and rooms for presentations/rehearsals. The Learning Zone has extended weekday and weekend opening hours.
Student ServicesStudent Services offer a wide range of support services to help develop your professional, personal and creative potential. It can advise home and international students about financial matters, immigration, careers, counseling, health, disability, childcare, and pastoral care through the chaplaincy. AccommodationThe university has 11 residences, from traditional halls of residence to executive apartments, with 1,750 rooms available. You can find more information about the individual residences, including prices, facilities and private accommodation at the university's Housing Services section on their website. LibrariesThere are nine libraries across the six colleges containing:
IT and ComputingThere are numerous studio spaces situated at each of the six colleges across the University, providing the latest PC and Apple Mac platforms. Standard industry software is available, including the Adobe, Apple and Microsoft suites. BlackboardBlackboard is the University's chosen Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). A VLE is an online electronic course management system which supports and extends communication between students and staff. It also creates new opportunities for innovative and interactive methods of learning and teaching. Introduced by the IT Research and Development Unit (ITRDU) in 2001, Blackboard currently hosts more than 340 sites across the university and is in use for course administration and communication purposes. Blackboard provides permanent access to course information and learning recourses, improves communication and supports student centered learning. Demographic29% male to 71% female, with an ethnic diversity spanning 111 countries. University of the Arts Discussions
AchievementsAwardsMany honours and awards have been received by students, staff and alumni across the six colleges of the university. These include the BAFTA Award, BP Portrait Prize, British Fashion Designer of the Year, D&AD Student Award, Fujifilm Award, Jerwood Drawing Prize, Prince Philip Designers Prize, Saatchi Scholarship, Sunday Times Award and the Turner Prize. Queen's Anniversary PrizeThe Queen's Anniversary Prize was awarded to Camberwell College of Arts for the conservation of 'works of art on paper' in 1996. The prize has also been awarded to Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design for its contributions to the British fashion industry in 1998. Most recently, Cordwainers College of London College of Fashion was awarded the prize for its continued excellence in shoe and accessory design, development and teaching practice in 2008. Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)In the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) results in 2004, Camberwell College of Arts and London College of Communication were awarded 23 out of 24 for art and design; Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design and Chelsea College of Art and Design awarded 22; London College of Fashion awarded 21. Research Assessment Exercise (RAE)The Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) published results in 2001 by subject area and point scale from 1, 2, 3a, 3b, 4, 5 and 5*, the university achieved a 5 rating. In 2006-07, this rating will equate to a QR grant of £8.6 million. The results for 2008 place the University 1st of 71 that submitted research in the area of art and design, which was more than three times the size of the next biggest submission in this area. The University has been ranked 44th overall in the The Times 'Table of Excellence' out of 132 universities shown. More than 50 per cent of the University's research submission was rated as world leading or internationally excellent, with 77.5 per cent recognised as internationally significant. Skillset AcademyCentral Saint Martins College of Art and Design and the London College of Communication have been awarded Skillset Media Academy status, recognizing the achievements in the area of media, interactive design and film respectively. CLIP CETLChelsea College of Art and Design and the London College of Fashion share the 'Creative Learning in Practice Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning' (CLIP CETL). The Centre is funded by the British government in recognition of the two College's excellent results in developing student learning. Career ProspectsThe university has the largest specialist information service of its kind in the UK, providing advice about employment, entrepreneurship, further study, professional practice, and upon graduation one-to-one guidance for up to two years. International CentreThe International Centre manages international student recruitment and its network of local representatives around the world. The Centre and the local representatives offer specialist advice, such as course information and University services, as well as immigration, fees and practical day-to-day living. In addition to the main office at Davies Street, there are international offices situated at the six colleges. Language CentreAt the Language Centre you can study English and languages such as French, Spanish or Japanese, before and during your course. The primary aim is to enable students to reach the required level for entry onto their main courses through tutorials, workshops and proofreading services. The Enterprise CentreSituated at London College of Communication, the Enterprise Centre provides information, advice and guidance on obtaining freelance work or self-employment and is available to all students/graduates from all six colleges. The Student Led Volunteering SchemeSLED is organized and maintained through the Students' Union. The scheme is to arrange community projects with partnered organizations, thereby offering training, support and expenses to volunteers. The Erasmus ExchangeThe program has exchange agreements with 40 partnered European Universities and specialist institutions. You can study abroad for a minimum of three months to a maximum of one full academic year. Affiliations include the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) and the Parsons The New School for Design in New York City, USA and the Bunka Fashion College in Tokyo, Japan, where students have the opportunity to study abroad via exchange. Young at ArtThe scheme provides the opportunity for university students, who are interested in working with young people, a range of opportunities for paid and volunteer positions as mentors, ambassadors, assistants and more. The scheme is designed to help school children and teachers develop their creativity, and to gain experience of life at Art College through short courses, professional development, competitions and summer schools. The Alumni AssociationAs a graduate of the university, you become part of the Alumni Association that has more than 200,000 former students and staff from 150 countries worldwide. Upon joining you will have access to the forefront of creative research through frequent exhibitions, events and publications. Library access to all six colleges is also available. The Association can also help you to get back in touch with old friends and develop your professional and personal interests by meeting new people at special interest groups. The Emerging Artists' ProgramThis scheme supports up-and-coming practitioners to gain exposure to galleries, agents collectors and journalists through solo and group exhibitions as well as acquisitions and commissions. The University Art Collection comprises work from the students' degree shows and of alumni from the six colleges of the university. Students' Union Clubs and Societies A variety of clubs, events and activities are organized through the Students' Union. You can find more information via their website. Transport/LocationSiturated on 24 sites across London, ranging from Oxford Street in the heart of the West End, to Millbank alongside Tate Britain, all sites have easy access to the London Underground tube network with stations that are fully integrated with the capital's bus and rail system. Recent DevelopmentsThe expansive Parade Ground situated at the Chelsea College of Art and Design has been transformed into London's largest open-air gallery hosting events from film screenings to large scale installations. The Parade Ground officially opened in Spring 2008. Initiated in May 2007, Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design will relocate to a brand new landmark college situated in King's Cross in 2011. The theatre at Wimbledon College of Art will be renovated as part of a million pound refurbishment project. ApplyingThinking of applying to the University of the Arts London? Why not read some Personal Statements which were used for applying here? The standard protocol for entry is primarily by portfolio review and interview (audition for acting courses). Each constituent College and its individual courses have their own guidelines and procedures in determining new students, and the competitiveness can vary. Notable AlumniThe six colleges of the university have produced some of the most important practitioners in the creative industries for over 150 years.
Alumni of Chelsea College of Art and Design include:
Alumni of Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design include:
Alumni of Byam Shaw School of Art, part of Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design include:
Alumni of Drama Centre London, part of Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design include:
Alumni of London College of Communication include:
Alumni of London College of Fashion include:
Alumni of Cordwainers College, part of London College of Fashion include:
Alumni of Wimbledon College of Art include:
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