University for the Creative Arts

Farnham  United Kingdom

The University for the Creative Arts, located in the South East of England, is a creative specialist university for your postgraduate degree. We offer an exciting wide variety of creative courses from Architecture, Fine art, Games, Fashion and more, giving you the freedom to explore your chosen creative career. When joining UCA, you’re not just starting a degree, you’re joining the makers of tomorrow. With access to industry-standard facilities, resources and an inspiring network of like-minded creatives, you’ll be fully equipped to be part of our successful alumni.

Why study at University for the Creative Arts?

Fully creative university offering courses in Architecture, Crafts, Fashion, Games & Computing, Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Art, Photography, Film, Media, Performing Arts, and Creative Business.

Talented academic staff and technicians to guide you with their expert knowledge, professional experience, and practical skills.

Impressive industry links, to help you make connections that will prepare you for working in the creative industries.

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Highest-ranked Specialist Creative University in the UK – The Guardian 2024.

Farnham  United Kingdom

main campus

Creative Arts & Design (9) Architecture, Building & Planning (3) Education (11) Business & Management (5) Computer Science (8) Communication & Media Studies (7)

About University for the Creative Arts

Think creative industries, think UCA

At the University for the Creative Arts, we don't just prepare you for the industry, we help you shape it. Our postgraduate community brings together the next generation of artists, designers and innovators from around the globe all connected by a shared commitment to create.

Across our three distinctive campuses, in the historic city of Canterbury, the vibrant town of Epsom and Farnham, widely known as the heart of craft. Each campus is home to environment tailored to specific creative disciplines, with dedicated studios, workshops and exhibition spaces to support your practice.

Our academic staff aren’t just academics, they’re active professionals in their fields, bringing current industry insight directly into the classroom. Their ongoing engagement with the creative sector ensures our courses reflect the latest techniques so you graduate with the skills employers are looking for.

With dedicated facilities and a team of experienced academic staff, you’ll have the space and guidance to push your ideas further, whether you’re refining your skills or exploring new creative directions for your postgraduate studies.

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At UCA, you’ll discover a sense of belonging alongside people who share your interests and passions. You’ll be part of a close-knit community of which you can use each other’s talent to build projects and collaborate across disciplines.

As a student with us, you will automatically become a member of the UCA Students’ Union. From the moment you enrol, you can benefit from everything it offers, including events, societies, and sports clubs, allowing you to meet new people and have fun during your time at UCA.



We accept applications for our postgraduate courses all year, but recommend applying before 31st March to leave time to prepare for your studies.

You can find full information about scholarships and funding opportunities at our website.

Yes - we run regular campus tours led by student ambassadors, so you can explore and get a feel for our creative campuses.

If you do not have UK qualifications, we will consider equivalent qualifications from your home country for entry onto our Master’s courses. Find out more.

The process for applying for your student visas is slightly different depending on your circumstances. Visit our website for full details.


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Main campus

University for the Creative Arts

Farnham

Surrey

United Kingdom