About University of the Arts London
University of the Arts London (UAL) brings together six renowned colleges including Central Saint Martins and London College of Fashion. It is a leading global institution for art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 20,000 total students
- • 9,000 international students
- • 130 student societies
Location
- • Located in London
- • Public university
- • Established 2004
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, Pre-Master
Popular Subjects
FashionGraphic DesignFine ArtFilm and TelevisionPhotography
Student-Staff Ratio
16 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Central Saint Martins
Art, Design, Performance
London College of Fashion
Fashion Business, Fashion Design, Beauty and Cosmetic Science
Chelsea, Camberwell and Wimbledon Colleges
Fine Art, Design and Material Futures, Theatre and Screen
London College of Communication
Media School, Design School, Screen School
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: BBB-AAB or IB 32 with strong creative portfolio
Alternatives: UAL International Foundation Diploma, BTEC DDM in Art and Design, Gaokao with 75% plus foundation
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Portfolio and interview for most creative courses • Audition for Theatre and Screen
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK 2:1 or equivalent in a related subject
GPA: 0
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 90
Research proposal for practice-based PhD • Statement on professional experience
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £22,000
- Postgraduate: £22,000
- Foundation: £19,950
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £8,500
- Food: £2,500
- Transport: £1,500
- Entertainment: £1,500
- Other: £1,200
- Total: £15,200
Scholarships
UAL International Postgraduate Scholarship
NeedValue: £5,000 (Tuition fee waiver)
Offer holders from low-income backgrounds • Financial evidence and personal statement
UAL Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
MeritValue: £25,000 (Fees and accommodation)
Outstanding creative portfolio • International fee payers
Colleges Scholarships Fund
MeritValue: £2,000 (Cash award)
Continuing students with distinction grades • Community engagement evidence
Campus & Facilities
272 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EY
Distributed across six renowned colleges in London including Central Saint Martins at King's Cross and Chelsea College of Arts
Size: 0 acres
Facilities
Creative
Fashion studios, Fine art workshops, Photography labs, 3D printing facilities
Performance
Theatre spaces, Exhibition galleries, Film production suites
Accommodation
Gardens House
University-managedEnsuite cluster flats next to Elephant & Castle campus with rooftop terraces
Cost: £235 - £295 (per week)
24/7 security • Art studios • Cinema room
Contract: 39-51 weeks
Sketch House
On-campusPurpose-built residence close to Finsbury Park for Central Saint Martins students
Cost: £210 - £280 (per week)
Bike storage • Shared maker spaces • Communal lounges
Contract: 44-51 weeks
Accommodation is allocated through UAL Housing Services on a first-come basis once offer holders accept and pay the £500 advance rent.
UAL Meet and Greet teams collect students from Heathrow, provide bedding packs, and run renting workshops.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 130
Teams: 25
Cultural Activities
- UAL Graduate Fashion Week — Annually
- Chelsea Parade rooftop shows — Term-time
- UAL Social Programme markets — Monthly
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@arts.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)20 7514 8890
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
50
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 80%
Further study: 8%
Unemployed: 6%
Average Salary
£25,000
annual
Top Employers
BurberryAlexander McQueenBBCVogueDysonApple
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
London Heathrow
27 km • 45 minutes by train
Public Transport
- Underground: Central Saint Martins is next to King’s Cross St Pancras; other campuses sit near Holborn, Camberwell, Chelsea and Elephant & Castle stations • £2-£3 per journey
- Bus: Transport for London student Oyster caps fares across Southwark, Westminster, and Hackney hubs • £1.75 per journey
Local Area
Campuses across central and south London give access to galleries, theatres and the King’s Cross, Holborn, Camberwell, and Stratford creative districts.
Cost of Living: High
Attractions: Tate Modern, Design Museum, West End galleries
Shopping: Coal Drops Yard, Oxford Street, Borough Market
Entertainment: Southbank Centre, Peckham Levels, Brixton live music venues
Additional Information
Metadata
Source: UAL prospectus 2025, Graduate Outcomes survey, QS subject rankings, British Fashion Council
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: data@ukuni.io