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MA Fine Art CSM vs RCA 2025 (Advice Please!!!)

Hi Everyone,

I currently have offers from both CSM for an MA in Fine Art and the RCA for Contemporary Art Practice.

As an international student unable to attend either open-day in person, it would be great if any current students or alumni could illuminate me on their experience and advise me on which choice I should lean toward. Or even suggest the pros and cons of either option.

Thank you!

Reply 1

Hello,
I am a student rep for the UAL MA courses and can help out with your query. UAL is a leading creative arts university with industry standard equipment and resources at your disposal. As a student you will be able to connect with student across all the UAL campuses regardless of the one you choose and enjoy a fun and healthy student life with multiple social events. The teaching staff are available to help you with your work as well as counselling officers to offer advice for any of your queries outside of the academic realm. I'm sure you will enjoy your time as a student here.

Reply 2

if you’re still wondering RCA’s reputation in the art world is bad at the moment and it seems like there’s a general crisis there especially in their Masters courses. That’s just what I’ve heard second hand.

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