The University for the Creative Arts

The University for the Creative Arts

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The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) is a top specialist creative arts university in the UK, with campuses in Canterbury, Epsom and Farnham. If you’re looking for a career in the Creative Industries, surrounded by artists from all around the world, look no further. Whether you want to diversify your skills, start a new career or take your studies to the next level, our state-of-the art facilities and expert guidance will help you develop your creative voice.
  • 1 PhDs
  • 33 Scholarships
  • 350 Academic Staff
  • 6,000 Students
  • Public Institution Type

Top reasons to study here

  • UCA is the second largest provider of arts education in the UK- the courses are designed so you gain sought-after industry knowledge and skills.
  • The UK campuses are all within an hour's travel from London. We have a diverse and multicultural community, with students from over 90 countries.
  • The students benefit from innovative and high-quality equipment and facilities. These include animation suites, photography studios, soundstages and much more.

History

UCA believes that creativity makes global communities more vibrant and more innovative. Which is why, for 160 years, our university has been a passionate advocate for creative education and research. 

The programmes are acclaimed for their top teaching quality, and highly respected by creative sector employers. We also house the UK’s first Business School for the Creative Industries. 

Education

UCA offer a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses, as well as an integrated international foundation year. All courses are aimed to prepare you for your chosen industry through practice-based and explore theoretical and cultural context, as well as researching and refining practice.You will work with practising artists and industry professionals and can explore opportunities to study abroad during your studies.UCA offers a number of scholarships and fee discounts available to assist you with the cost of your studies. Below you will find scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Research

UCA is the UK's top specialist art and design university for world-leading research outputs in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (2021). Studying a creative research degree at UCA means joining a top ten research community with a wealth of specialist resources for creative research and practice. The research schools at UCA include:

  • Architecture
  • Crafts & Design
  • Fine Art, Photography & Visual Communication
  • Business for the Creative Industries
  • Fashion & Textiles
  • Film, Media & Performing Arts
  • Games & Creative Technology

Career

By studying at UCA you can join a global alumni network of like-minded creatives and innovators.UCA graduates have won numerous awards including Oscar Awards, BAFTA Awards, Turner Prize, and Stirling Prize. Notable alumni include Arnold Schwartzman (Film director), Zandra Rhodes (Fashion designer), William McGregor (Screenwriter), and Tracey Emin (Artist).Stay connected and build partnerships and links that will shape your career by joining UCA.

The University for the Creative Arts Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to The University for the Creative Arts. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
27 Oct 2025
Martingale Scholarship
Need-based

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Martingale Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based

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Junhua Li
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2026
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based

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Boustany Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2025
Amberscholar 2025 Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based

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Go City
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
25 Jul 2025
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based

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British Council - Accreditation UK
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
25 Aug 2025
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Essay Writing Contest from EduLegit
Merit-based Need-based

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Edulegit
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
27 Oct 2025
Martingale Scholarship
Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Martingale Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Junhua Li
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2026
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Boustany Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2025
Amberscholar 2025 Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Go City
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
25 Jul 2025
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

British Council - Accreditation UK
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
25 Aug 2025
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Essay Writing Contest from EduLegit
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Edulegit
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available

For a complete overview of scholarships for The University for the Creative Arts, visit our scholarship search.

Student services

The university offers a number of services to help students access support while studying, both in person and online, on various aspects of personal and academic life, student finance, and welfare issues.Students also have access to a free, confidential counselling service. The university has a specialist support team for students with disabilities, and there is a learning and teaching service to help those who need extra support with their studies and to get the most out of their course.International students can also receive specialist advice on immigration and visas, as well as English language support, to make it easier for students from all over the world to apply to UCA and study in the creative arts in the UK.

Housing services

Halls of residence are available at each of UCA’s campuses and are a great option, especially for overseas students. Some are on-campus, while others are a short walk from campus. All halls of residence are self-catered with access to a shared kitchen and have a mix on en-suite and shared bathrooms. They also have internet access and basic contents insurance included within accommodation fees.Private accommodation is also an option and is plentiful in and around each of the campus areas. The university’s accommodation teams will be happy to assist students with relevant contacts and information, should they wish to rent privately.

Library services

With over 280,000 print and e-books and exhibition catalogues, 500m of archival material and a wide range of broadcast materials, our libraries hold a wealth of information that will enhance your studies and offer extensive specialist services for our research community. The largest library, located on the Farnham campus, includes comfortable study pods and socialising space for group study.

ICT services

We have a combination of Macs and PCs available for open access use by students at the

University.

Other IT facilities that are available are:

• Dedicated IT support

• A4 and A3 Printing and Photocopying facilities

• Up to A3 scanning facilities

• WiFi (Eduroam) access

• Access to Adobe Creative Suite, Office, and other software

Medical services

As a student, UCA is committed to make sure you are sufficiently supported and protected, from ensuring that you use our specialist facilities safely to providing a wellbeing and counselling service.

Students can register with a doctor (GP) locally, and UCA has local guides for each campus that include a list of hospitals and GPs if you need medical attention. 

Campus life

UCA has multiple campuses located across the Southeast of England in Surrey and Kent, all within easy reach of London by public transport, allowing students to take advantage of everything that the city has to offer.Each campus has a diverse range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and nightlife, ensuring that you have easy access to everything you need. If you need to refuel between study sessions or want a coffee with friends, you can do so in the on-site canteens.Student bars can be found on the Farnham and Canterbury campuses. All campuses have exhibition spaces displaying work by students and external artists.CCTV Surveillance is available at all campuses and halls of residence to ensure safety and security.

Sports facilities

Students can use the university's extensive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, which include dance/fitness studios, artificial pitches, and tennis courts. 

In addition to providing fitness facilities to students, the sports clubs at the university student union participate in a variety of championships and sporting events.

Student clubs

All students at UCA automatically become a member of the Students’ Union, which represents the student body, organises events and activities, and provides support to students. There are numerous clubs and societies available to students, covering a wide range of interests, from K-pop dance to animation; there is something for everyone. It is an opportunity for you to meet people with similar interests, and students are encouraged and supported to join existing clubs and societies or to start new ones.

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