Study Abroad

University of the Arts London semester and year-long study abroad programs offer US undergraduate art and design students the opportunity to experience British art and design education, with all the resources and support that this world-class institution offers.  As well as exploring one of the great cultural centres of the world - a vast and complex city with a rich history and a dynamic presence.

Students discover a London that is off the tourist trail: the people, markets, studios and communities at the creative heart of London's vibrant culture.  

Studying in London
Study Abroad students are taught alongside the colleges’ undergraduates. Typically, students coming to London from the US find that our program requires you to work more independently than you are used to. Our faculty will work with you to help you realise your goals and ambitions by giving guidance and helping you to identify the resources you need. You will not always find 'classes' as you know them, but you will find it a very stimulating way of learning.

Courses are delivered through a variety of learning and teaching structures, which include individual and group tutorials, projects, seminars, lectures and museum, gallery and studio visits. The latter gives the opportunity to put what you are learning into its historical and cultural context, and immerse yourself in London!

While you are a student at you will also be expected to make many independent visits to galleries and exhibitions, and do independent research.

Course Options
A full range of courses is offered by the colleges, please visit the individual college sites for full course information.

Study Abroad at Camberwell
Study Abroad at Central Saint Martins
Study Abroad at Chelsea
Study Abroad at London College of Communication
Study Abroad at London College of Fashion
Wimbledon College of Art

To Apply
Download  a Study Abroad Application Form here or request an application form by contacting us at info@universityoftheartslondon.com.Completed applications and supporting documentation and portfolios (where required) should be mailed to:

University of the Arts London
5445 DTC Parkway, PH4
Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Phone:  1-866-693-7056
Fax:  303-379-5671
Email:  info@universityoftheartslondon.com

Application Deadlines
Please call or email us for information about deadlines.

Credit and Credit Transfer
Before applying to any of the Study Abroad programmes, you should speak to officials at your home school about credit transfer and you should ensure that credits you earn at the University of the Arts London are transferable to your home institution. Please contact us if your officials need a copy of the Course Handbook, which comprehensively describes the academic content and structure of the courses.

Tuition Fees
Please check the individual college websites as the program fees vary by college.

Financial Aid
No scholarships are available from the University for students on Study Abroad Programs. You may be eligible for federal loans. Please check with your Study Abroad Office.

Living Costs
We recommend that you budget for £800 - £1000  per month for living costs and day-to-day expenses whilst in London. This figure should cover accommodation, food, travel, study materials and your 'going out' money.  

Housing
If you are offered a place on a Study Abroad Programme you can apply and book a place in one of the Halls of Residence or apartments managed by the University of the Arts London. Please note that places are limited and very popular, so early application is advisable. Please view our Housing Services department's website at www.arts.ac.uk/housing to see the different accommodation available to students.

The University of the Arts London's Housing Services department can also help you find a rented apartment or house once you arrive in London. For information about booking temporary accommodation or general advice about private rented accommodation in London, see their web site at www.arts.ac.uk/housing.

Working
Students studying in the UK for longer than six months are allowed to be in paid employment for up to twenty hours per week during term time and unlimited hours during vacations.

Students studying in the UK for less than six months are not allowed to be in paid employment unless you are a European Economic Area national.

The University of the Arts London Careers Service publishes a useful jobs online section each week. This gives details of many part-time and vacation jobs that the University of the Arts London students can apply for. In addition there are many local papers and recruitment agencies which regularly publish vacancies.

Credit and Credit Transfer
Before applying to any of the Study Abroad programmes, you should speak to officials at your home school about credit transfer and you should ensure that credits you earn at the University of the Arts London are transferable to your home institution. Please contact us if your officials need a copy of the Course Handbook, which comprehensively describes the academic content and structure of the courses.

Welcome Program
In the Fall, we run a welcome program for all students new to the UK. This runs during the week before classes begin and includes an introduction to life at the Colleges, some workshops, and some social and cultural events where you can meet students from across the University, organised in conjunction with the University of the Arts London Student Services. The Spring Welcome program is for Study Abroad students only and is usually a one-day program.