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Ranked No. 1 in the world in the 2023 QS Best Student Cities list, it’s no wonder that thousands of students from across the globe choose to study in London. Its world-class universities, thriving cultural sector and abundance of start-ups and enterprises make it the perfect place for our students to develop their creative practice and build their future careers. The city is home to over 200 theatres, 170 museums and countless independent art galleries and cultural spaces. Unlike many other large cities, London is famous for its abundance of parks and green spaces. From the gigantic Hyde Park and St James’s Park in the West to the wilds of Hampstead Heath in the North, there are endless opportunities to escape the noise of the city and immerse yourself in nature.

What's it like to live in London?
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There are 32 boroughs in Greater London, stretching from the City of London and Westminster, to surrounding areas like Chelsea, Camden, Richmond, Hackney and Islington.

It’s big, but it’s easy to jump on a train, tube or bus to experience everything on offer – from food pop-ups to world famous music acts, free museums and West End shows.

Fantastically diverse and historical, with many industries and businesses based here to kickstart your career, London is one of the most desirable – if pricey – cities in the world.

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Discover what it’s really like to live in London as a student, including information on finding accommodation, cost of living and budgeting, and student life.

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Campus and facilities

Each of our 6 Colleges has a long established, global reputation for producing outstanding work.

Central Saint Martins, Camberwell College of Arts and Chelsea College of Arts are renowned world-famous arts and design colleges. We have a reputation for producing some of today’s leading artists and designers. We inspire our students to explore global, cultural, political, and social issues through their practice.

London College of Communication is home to future-facing creatives. Together, we explore and rethink what communication is and why it matters.

London College of Fashion is a world leader in fashion design, media and business education, boundary-pushing research and enterprise.

Wimbledon College of Arts is dedicated to stage and screen performance subjects. It produces bold, innovative performers and experimental designers.

The UAL Creative Computing Institute operates at the intersection of art, design and computation.

Course locations

Central Saint Martins

London, N1C 4AA

London College of Fashion

London, E20 2AR

London College of Communication

London, SE1 6SB

Wimbledon College of Arts

London, SW19 3QA

Camberwell College of Arts

London, SE5 8UF

Chelsea College of Arts

London, SW1P 4JU

Creative Computing Institute, University of the Arts London

London, SE5 8UF

UAL School of Pre-Degree Studies

London, W12 8EA

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  • Jacqueline

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Fashion Styling and Production
    I’m a third year studying fashion styling at LCF. I’m half Italian and half Ethiopian and I was born in Rome, Italy and moved to London 10 years ago. I aspire to be a fashion stylist in the future.

  • Adrianna

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Public Relations
    ✨Public Relations student passionate about creative storytelling & making an impact through strategic marketing. 📈Obsessed with digital analytics, media research 🔍, and fostering real connections within the media world! 🤝 👩‍🎓Active as a Peer Mentor, Senior Student Ambassador, and Media School Rep – always here to help and share my journey! 🌟 💡 Let’s chat all things PR, media, and beyond!

  • Anna

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Interior and Spatial Design
    As a current Interior and Spatial Design student at UAL, Camberwell with an Art and Textiles design background, I have a very dynamic and playful approach to my design works and its presentation. I am passionate about environmentally friendly and diverse design projects connected with people, sustainability, aesthetics while preserving history and art in an innovative way. I would love to share my passion and positive experience of my university and be of good service to all of you.

  • Belén

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Textile Design
    Hey, I’m Belén! I’m originally from Spain and completed my Foundation Diploma in Paris in 2022. Currently, I’m a Textile Design student at Chelsea College of Arts, taking a sandwich year to complete a Diploma in Creative Computing at the UAL Creative Computing Institute before starting my third year. During my second year, I had the opportunity to go on exchange (back to Paris! 😊) and have also taken part in other exciting international opportunities through UAL. As an international student, I understand both the excitement and challenges of moving to a new country for university. From adapting to a new culture to navigating student life in London, I’ve learned a lot along the way. UAL has a welcoming and diverse community, and there are so many opportunities to connect with people from all over the world. If you’re feeling unsure about studying abroad or settling into London, I’d be happy to share my experiences and tips! I have a strong interest in the intersection of textiles, technology, and human behavior. My work explores how computational design, weave, and interactive systems can shape our perception of materials and environments. I’m also passionate about sustainability, design innovation, and the role of craft in a digital world. If you have any questions about studying at UAL, navigating a diploma year, being an international student at UAL or combining creative disciplines, feel free to reach out—I’d love to help! Any question is a good question!

  • Rea

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Costume for Theatre and Screen
    Hi, I'm Rea! I'm currently studying costume design at UAL, and am hoping to work in opera and ballet once I graduate. I'm a fan of musicals, and a huge nerd for historical costuming and Latin!

  • Daria

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Illustration and Visual Media
    Hi there! I'm Daria, and I'm aspiring to be an illustrator and graphic designer with a focus on children's book illustrations. My dream is to have my own studio where I can bring creative projects to life. As a third-year student at LCC in University of Arts in London, I'm honing my skills in illustration for visual media. Outside of my studies, I'm a big fan of reading, watching classic films, and exploring London for cozy coffee spots. I also have a deep appreciation for art history and love spending time in galleries. I'm excited to share my experiences as a newcomer to London and offer insights on overcoming the challenges of starting something new in a foreign country. Let's connect!

  • Beatriz

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Architecture
    Studying at Central Saint Martins, UAL, has always been a dream of mine. Moving away from home and starting a new life in such a bustling city took some getting used to- but looking back now, as a final year, I wouldn't change a thing. After I graduate I plan on working in Brazil and Portugal before returning to the UK for my Masters (Part II RIBA).

  • Jess

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Costume for Performance
    Hi there, I'm Jess. I am originally from New Zealand. I am a recent graduate of the BA(Hons) Costume for performance course at the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London. I also completed the fashion foundation course at London College of Fashion, International Preparation for Fashion Level 4 (2021/2022)

  • Alejandra

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Graphic and Media Design
    Hi, I'm Alejandra! I'm originally from Spain and I've been in the UK for 8 years. I’m a final year BA Graphic and Media Design student at the University of the Arts London. I’ve just completed my Sandwich/Placement year (DPS), during which I took part in a range of professional opportunities and internships.

  • Nikolaos

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Fine Art: Painting
    I have previously studied Economics and Finance and after 10 years I have decided to change my career and I am currently studying Fine Art at the University of the Arts London (UAL) specializing primarily in painting. My practice is mainly about identity, places, form and light. I am also creating resin and pebble jewelry and decorations.

  • Jenaé

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Development
    I grew up in north london and have always always loved art, music and of course, fashion! I got into LCF through the insights program. I’m also the first person in my family to attend university.

  • Annalese

    University of the Arts London
    BA (Hons) Bespoke Tailoring
    I plan to use my tailoring skills to get into the world of haute couture opening up my own atelier and showing my work at Paris fashion week. I always knew I wanted to study fashion so I went straight from a level 3 Btec diploma in business straight to tailoring without doing a foundation year a learnt everything I needed to know on my course so I would be more than happy to help you with figuring out what is best for you on your journey
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