AIRR-NA Member Institution
University of the Arts London
London, England, UK
Institution at a Glance
- Year founded
- 1986
- Institution type
- Public International University, Specialist Institution
- Campus setting
- Urban
- Degree levels
- Postgraduate, Undergraduate
- Undergraduate length
- 3-year
- Undergraduate students
- 18,200
- Postgraduate students
- 4,400
About the Institution
University of the Arts London offers an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the 2025 QS World University Rankings.
The University is made up of six renowned Colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts.
Be inspired by living and studying in London – the world’s creative capital.
North American Representatives
Academics and Programs
Undergraduate study
3D Design & Product Design Animation
Interactive, Film & Sound
Architecture & Interior Design
Communication & Graphic Design
Fashion Design, Business & Communication
Postgraduate study
Creative Computing Fine Art & Illustration Journalism
PR
Media & Publishing
Performance & Design for Theatre
Screen Photography
Areas represented: Business & Management Studies, Computer Science, Performing Arts, Visual Arts
Admissions and Applications
Application type
Direct, UCAS
Entry requirements
Generally we require a high school diploma with a 70% average or IB Diploma 25 points
Please check our website for the most up-to-date information on each program's entry requirements
Applications, dates and deadlines
Undergraduate Deadline – January 14, 2026
Further Education Deadline – February 25, 2026
Postgraduate Deadline – December 2, 2026 and March 18, 2025
How to Apply: Undergraduate students apply through UCAS
Further Education and Postgraduate students apply through the website
How to apply
UCAS (www.ucas.com)
Standardized testing
Test Optional
Costs, Scholarships, and Funding
Tuition and fees
$45,000
Estimated cost of living
$20,000
Scholarships and funding
UAL offers scholarships for students studying further education and postgraduate degrees. We also accept government funded loans.
Information for Counselors
Support for Canadian students: https://www.arts.ac.uk/canada
Support for US students: https://www.arts.ac.uk/usa