Hereford College of Arts

You won’t get lost in the crowd here.

Our commitment to a more personal approach to teaching means that every student benefits from outstanding access to lecturers, course leaders and specialist technical staff. You will also have access to a dedicated Study Skills or Academic Mentoring team who are there to support you in your studies if required. Whether you need a one-off session, or more ongoing support - our teams will work with you to ensure you can move through your projects with confidence.

You will have access to specialist staff to support your wellbeing, and a 24-7 mental health helpline service if and when you need any extra support - from strategies to manage stress, to getting help through life’s bigger personal challenges.

All our support staff have extensive expertise in supporting students with a range of neurodivergent conditions, and can work with course teams to help meet your needs. All artists are individual by nature - we celebrate that difference and make sure that neurodivergence isn’t a block to your success, on the course and beyond.

 > Wellbeing services

When you feel better, it frees you up to create your best work. Trained wellbeing staff provide in-person support, while all HCA students qualify for a 24/7 service that you can access from your phone whenever you need a little help.

 > Disability and specific learning differences

We have a dedicated team to ensure all students receive a rich and full learning experience. We provide one-on-one Academic Mentoring for students who need additional help, as well as guidance on accessing funding. Our team has extensive experience supporting students with a wide range of disabilities, long-term medical conditions and specific learning differences.

 > Student finance

Managing money and applying for funding can seem like a barrier for some students, or a source of anxiety. Our experienced Finance team is on-hand to provide specific guidance when you need it, while the Student Experience team can provide resources that help you make your finances go further.

 > Study skills and integrated academic support

Courses at HCA are designed to ensure all students can thrive. Variable assessment formats, small class sizes and a dedicated Study Skills team for bolt-on support combine to help you produce work that showcases the best of your ability - and build your confidence in communication and project management skills.