Study Abroadin one of the world’s great creative capitals

• Why study in London?• The University• The 6 Colleges• Study Abroad Options• What you need to know • Making it happen• Questions

Why London?• One of the most exciting cities in the world

• A rich calendar of art, design, fashion, communication and performance events

• Internationally renowned libraries, museums, galleries and collections with free access to many

• Concerts, theatre and events provides a rich context for creative study

• Creative sector is London’s second largest industry offers a wealth of opportunities for art and design students

• A unique creative community bringing together 6 distinctive Colleges

• Recognised internationally as a leading institution for teaching and research in arts, design, fashion, communication and the performing arts

• The largest specialist art and design university in Europe with over 19,000 students from 100+ countries

• Former students are amongst the most renowned names in art, design and communication - Colin Firth, Stella McCartney, Lucien Freud, Alexander McQueen…

UAL

Wimbledon College of Art

Central Saint Martins College of Art &Design

Chelsea College of Art and Design

Camberwell College of Arts

One University:Six Colleges

London College of Communication

London College of Fashion

Camberwell College of Arts

A bohemian, collaborative community in a vibrant, urban area.

Central Saint Martins College of Arts & Design

A creative force housed in a purpose built campus, encouraging independence and risk-taking.

Chelsea

Chelsea College of Art & Design

A cutting edge institution housed in inspiring 19th century buildings overlooking the Thames

London College of Communication

Forward-looking community preparing students for careers in media and design

London College of Fashion

A specialist fashion college that prepares students for careers in the fashion industry.

small, friendly specialist art college in the leafy outskirts of London with an outstanding reputation in fine art and theatre

Wimbledon College of Art

A small, friendly specialist art college in the leafy outskirts of London with an outstanding

reputation in fine art and theatre

3 Study Abroad options

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1. Integrated Semester Programmes

• Study alongside full-time degree students for one, two or three terms

• Study Abroad students are fully integrated into the course

• Postgraduate opportunities are also available

Integrated Semester Programmes are available at...

• Camberwell College of Art

• Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design

• Chelsea College of Art and Design

• London College of Communication

• Wimbledon College of Art

Integrated Semester Course Options• 3D Design• Fashion & Textiles • Fine Art• Film and Television• Graphic Design & Illustration• Interior & Spatial Design• Journalism & Publishing• Photography• Sound, Interactive & Visual Media• Theatre & Performance• Media Communications• Cultural Studies

2. Semester Study Abroad Programmes• 14 week semester programmes, specially designed

for Study Abroad students

• Combines mandatory and elective units

• 12-16 credits

• US style of teaching

Semester Study Abroad Programmes are available at...

• Camberwell College of Art

• Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design

• Chelsea College of Art and Design

• London College of Fashion

Semester Study Abroad at Chelsea & Camberwell

• London Design Programme at Chelsea2 pathways:

• Graphic Design• Interior & Spatial Design

– optional trips to Barcelona, Paris Berlin & Rome

• London Contemporary Art Theory at CamberwellStudents engage with the ideas that inform the making and interpretation of contemporary art as well as its historical background.

Semester Study Abroad at

London College of Fashion

• Fashion Design A balance of theory and skills based learning, underpinned by historical and cultural study. Students experience the stimulating cultural resources of London and its fashion industry.

• Fashion Merchandising & Communication Develops fashion marketing, merchandising and product knowledge skills

Semester Study Abroad at Central Saint Martins

(FESP - Free Elective Semester Programme)• 12-18 credits• Required modules

Research/sketchbook Cultural studies

• Core modulesFashion Graphic DesignStudio Art

• Up to 6 credits of elective units• Optional study trip to Barcelona • Culminates in a student exhibition

Semester Study Abroad:Special Programmes at Chelsea and Camberwell• London Design Programme at Chelsea

College 2 pathways:

• Graphic Design• Interior & Spatial Design

• London Contemporary Art Theory at Camberwell College

Students engage with ideas that inform the making and interpretation of contemporary art and its historical background.

Semester Study Abroad:‘Introduction to European Art History’

• 2 week module for semester students wishing to study for longer or wanting to gain additional credit

• Studying ‘on location’ - assignments include a study trip to Barcelona or Paris, alongside gallery visits in London and other UK cities

• Only available at Chelsea, Camberwell and Wimbledon Colleges

3. Summer Schools

• 3 - 8 weeks duration depending on the College • A great opportunity for students who cannot study for a full

semester or year• Join us in 2012 and experience the excitement of the Olympic

Games!

Credits

• All undergraduate courses are credit rated.• Credits are awarded by your home institution. At the end of your stay we

provide you with a transcript with your grades, along with a conversion table to assist credit transfer.

* approximate guide only

• Should students require extra credits on top of the standard programmes, we can provide additional, complementary short courses on request.

Programme US Credit Value per semester*

Integrated Semester 13 credits

Special Semester 12 – 16 credits

European Art History Module 3 credits

Living in London

• Accommodation• Guaranteed place in a hall of residence for

students who apply before the deadline

• Housing services will help students find private accommodation if preferred

• Support• A dedicated Study Abroad team on hand to

answer any questions and help you with problems

• Student services, a buddy scheme and a student union are also available to help you enjoy your experience with us as much as possible

Making it happen – 3 easy steps 1. Students choose a programme

2. Check deadlines on our website or by contacting studyabroad@arts.ac.uk

3. Complete and submit a study abroad application:• application form• personal statement • portfolio of your work• transcript of your grades• letter of support from someone within your academic department

Funding

• All 6 colleges are Title IV registered

• BUTEX – 8 awards each year

• Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship Competition - up to $5000 per award

Grade conversion:UAL Letter grade

Questions?

Questions?studyabroad@arts.ac.uk