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University of The Arts London

London, United Kingdom

Public -1986

43.4%

International Student Rate

25:75

Male : Female

Art And Design

Popular Courses

22%

Acceptance Rate

Spring, Summer And Fall

Intakes

History, Affiliations and Rankings

University of the Arts London (UAL) is a collegiate institution based in London city and was established in 1986. It is affiliated with the Universities UK and is a federation of seven former independent colleges. Formerly, known as the London Institute, in 1988, the Privy Council granted it the authority to award degree programs. In 2003, it received university status, but in 2004 it adopted its current name. The Guardian Ranking has ranked the university of Arts London, and Complete University Guide Rankings.

Infrastructure, Campuses and Courses

The University of the Arts London has six campuses that offer undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral educational programmes.  University of Arts London has eight acclaimed colleges of London: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, London College of Fashion, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication and Wimbledon College of Arts. The colleges are positioned in different parts of the city, and each begets and contributes to the local culture. All colleges and schools can be covered by London’s channel, rail and bus network authorising students to enjoy their studies and lead an eventful life.

 UAL covers a wide range of disciplines in the arts, including visual and performing arts, design, and fashion. Pre-degree and short courses in 18 subjects are also available at the campus. Each campus of UAL is well equipped with  modern academic, accommodation and recreation facilities. The university has a Language Centre that provides evening foreign-language classes to international students. The campus also has numerous cafes and canteens. It has nine arts shops within the campus to facilitate selling fashion, design and art materials. It also has seven professional galleries that annually host a variety of exhibitions. In addition to these, there is a medical centre, libraries, digital resources, and laminating and binding services. The university maintains 13 dormitory-style residence halls to help  those who choose to stay in privately-rented rooms.

Accomplishments and Alumni

The university is globally recognized for offering several study-abroad opportunities to students through its Erasmus+ program. This helps in facilitating better learning and understanding along with global exposure. UAL also has partnerships with numerous international companies that provide training opportunities to its students.

UAL has a list of distinguished alumni members. Some of the notable alumni names include Murray Arbeid (Fashion Designer), Sophie Gerrard (Documentary Photographer), Jimmy Choo Yeang Keat (Jimmy Choo Limited's Co-Founder) and Suneet Varma (Indian Fashion Designer).

Student Diversity and Visiting Companies

UAL is a diverse community of 18,000 students from around the world, with 3,000 students from 130 countries accounting for 15% of the total student body. Every year, UAL promotes student diversity at its campus by facilitating international admissions. A ensures the development of skills as per industry needs. Students who graduate from UAL often start their own fashion lines. However, some also get placed with the top brands of the world.

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