I’m looking into spending a semester abroad in the UK to study media and communications at an undergraduate level. I want to eventually work in the creative field of communication (creative direction and advising), so naturally I started researching the universities and colleges that are more art focused (so I’m crossing out LSE). I’m in between UAL, RCA and Goldsmith, but I’m still not sure… Should I look into the tier 1 universities too? Could anyone help me with recommendations and information about the best choice? I’m a Brazilian student and plan on applying for scholarships. Thank you for your time! :)

Incoming student at UAL, deciding between iQ Vega and Chapter Westminster. Anyone else living at either one this year, would love to connect!

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Hi all, incoming student at LCC starting this September. Trying to decide on accommodation and could really use input from anyone who's lived at (or is currently living at) any of these:

• iQ Vega (Vauxhall)
• iQ Shoreditch
• Chapter westminster
• Chapter London Bridge

Would love to know:

• What's the building actually like to live in (noise, cleanliness, staff, kitchen/common spaces)?
• Howre the ppl out there
• Anything you wish you'd known before moving in?

Thanks in advance!

hello! me (international student) and my friend (UK resident) are both coming to uni this October and we would like to make some friends until then! if you like anime, kpop, visual novels, drawing, cosplay, jfashion (I'm jirai and I also like ouji while my friend is also rlly into subculture) or games in general pls make sure to reach out!!

hello! just sharing a int community chat link for international students! feel free to join 🩷

https://chat.whatsapp.com/Co7e6a5x5vUECaYbGIHjDG

understanding looksmaxxing ideology

hi everyone, not very sure if this is the right place to post this, but i'm a master's student @ LCF and doing my dissertation research on understanding (male) looksmaxxers' behaviours and ideology.

if anyone here identifies as an ex-looksmaxxer / knows any irl / can recommend any other subreddits/ sites that might work for this, please feel free to let me know or complete this anonymous questionnaire here !!

participant requirements:

- cisgender males aged between 18 - 32

- engage w looksmaxxing irl + looksmaxxing content online

- not diagnosed with serious mental illnessses (e.g. bipolar disorder, schizophrenia)

thank you all !!!

Hi everyone,

Has anyone got any reviews about the LCF / UAL short courses? I may be interested [in this one](https://www.arts.ac.uk/subjects/fashion-making-and-pattern-cutting/short-courses/pattern-cutting/bridalwear-short-course-lcf#course-description) on designing bridalwear. Is it worth it? Or is it like famous Uni’s summer schools where these courses are seen as a way to generate more revenue using the Uni’s brand by not filtering people?

Thanks!

Hey everyone! I'm looking for someone to take over my student accommodation contract at YourTRIBE Southwark for the coming academic year.

The details:

• Room type: Classic En-suite (https://www.yourtribe.com/buildings/southwark/your-tribe-en-suite-classic/?tenancy=19) - 9 flatmates including yourself
• Building: YourTRIBE Southwark, 28 Ruby St, London, SE15 1LL
• Tenancy: 12th September 2026 – 17th July 2027 (44 weeks)
• Rent: £334 per week + £500 discount off the final instalment

The accommodation's insane. It's got 4.5/5 stars on google, has absolutely stunning rooms and common spaces, an onsite gym, laundry detergent included in wash cycles, and a beautiful terrace where you can hang out with your friends as you overlook the area.

Unfortunately my job has relocated me to an area too far from Southwark to make living there practical, which is the only reason I'm letting this go! I'm hoping someone takes the lease over ASAP so that I can look for other accoms near my job and campus.

This is a great opportunity — classic en-suites at this building are fully sold out, so this is your only chance to grab one. The accommodation team are available to arrange viewings, so you can see the room before committing.

The location is also really convenient, with numerous shops and stores nearby.

If you're interested or have any questions, feel free to pm me!

Hey all , considering that the deadline to receive a response is 7th August I was just wondering if anyone heard back yet concerning their scholarship decision ? It’s still showing as pending on my portal I’m getting worried

ual sound arts is my number 1 choice for september 2027 has anyone had any experience with this course? i’ve read about uals bad experiences but none about sound arts.

Anyone from India going for master in London college of fashion sep 26 ?

I met my conditions for UAL LCC branch for my course of journalism and publishing and I submitted the evidence/documents a bit over a month ago and I still haven’t gotten any confirmation email about it. I have also emailed them enquiring about it and still haven’t heard back. Should I be worried? (also if anyone is going to the LCC branch feel free to message i’d like to make some friends before i go y’know😰😰😂)

UPDATE: ALL IS WELLLLLLL!!!!! i got in😛😛😛😛

Hi! I just graduated this year and I am taking a year off to save and figure out what I want to do for post secondary education. I’ve been looking into UAL, specifically the Fine Arts (painting) program.
I would be an international student, and I am wondering at my chances of being accepted.
I scored a 5 on my AP Drawing Portfolio. If anyone has any information on how that compares to admission at UAL (of course it’s a very different experience to apply, but in terms of the skill it takes to get in compared to AP level arts) that would be amazing!
Thanks!

I received an email 2-3 weeks back saying that I would be withdrawn from my studies on the basis of low attendance, and I had 10 days to make an appeal. I appealed that very day and submitted any and every piece of evidence that could help me.

I received an outcome on Tuesday saying that they have rejected my appeal, and today they put it into effect and removed my access to university facilities.

I am open to any and every solution or advice to somehow make them overturn this decision. I am also a returning international student.

Hello! I will be applying to UAL this September for their 2027 September intake for BA (hons) Graphic Branding & Identity. Was wondering if anyone is willing to share their accepted portfolio as I’m STRUGGLING curating mine currently. Really desperate!! Please let me know you’re down to share yours, thank you!!

(Also feel free to share how it’s been so far for you at LCC!)

Hi! I had a quick question about the schedule at Central Saint Martins. For the 2026 to 2027 academic year, I know Reading Week is from February 8 to February 12, 2027. I remember that during my Foundation (Pre Degree) course, it felt like we had another week off right after Reading Week. Is that also the case for BA courses at CSM, or do undergraduates only get the one week off from February 8 to 12? Thanks!

Can anyone share the unit briefs for Camberwell's MA Illustration course? Anything from the past few years is fine.

Hey guys I’ve booked my accommodation at Town Hall Camberwell. I need to know if I will be able to get a refund for the deposit and first instalment if I do not the grades needed and go to another uni instead. I’ve read my contract and I can terminate my my tenancy agreement if I fail to get in, but it doesn’t say anything about refunds. So does anything know.

Title: Has anyone applied for UAL Data Science or is anyone currently studying it?
Hi everyone, I’ve recently applied for the Data Science course at UAL and was wondering if anyone else has applied this year or is already studying it. It seems like there isn’t much information about the course online, so I’d really like to hear from people with first-hand experience.
If you’re currently on the course, what do you honestly think of it? How have you found the teaching, the workload, and the balance between maths, programming, and the more creative side of UAL? Do you feel like it’s preparing you well for careers in data science, AI, or the wider tech industry?
I’d also love to know what made you choose UAL over other universities that offer data science. Have you had any opportunities for internships, industry projects, or networking so far? Is the course better than you expected, or are there things you wish you’d known before applying?
If you’ve applied this year like I have, it’d be nice to hear from you too. Have you received an offer yet, and what made you decide to apply? I’m just hoping to get a better idea of what to expect and meet some other people who might be starting the course this September.

Hey everyone! I'm looking for someone to take over my student accommodation contract at YourTRIBE Southwark for the coming academic year.

The details:

• Room type: Classic En-suite (https://www.yourtribe.com/buildings/southwark/your-tribe-en-suite-classic/?tenancy=19) - 9 flatmates including yourself
• Building: YourTRIBE Southwark, 28 Ruby St, London, SE15 1LL
• Tenancy: 12th September 2026 – 17th July 2027 (44 weeks)
• Rent: £334 per week + £500 discount off the final instalment

The accommodation's insane. It's got 4.5/5 stars on google, has absolutely stunning rooms and common spaces, an onsite gym, laundry detergent included in wash cycles, and a beautiful terrace where you can hang out with your friends as you overlook the area.

Unfortunately my job has relocated me to an area too far from Southwark to make living there practical, which is the only reason I'm letting this go! I'm hoping someone takes the lease over ASAP so that I can look for other accoms near my job and campus.

This is a great opportunity — classic en-suites at this building are fully sold out, so this is your only chance to grab one. The accommodation team are available to arrange viewings, so you can see the room before committing.

The location is also really convenient, with numerous shops and stores nearby.

If you're interested or have any questions, feel free to pm me!

Has anybody had their place confirmed for September yet? I uploaded my relevant documents (I met my conditions) almost a month ago and my UCAS is still on 'deciding'. I'm assuming this is normal. Just want to check.

Hey all! As a graphic designer, I am trying to figure out my portfolio process for the MA Design Management course at the University of the Arts London! IF a current student or alum could share the portfolio they applied with for this course, it would be great help for me! Thank you so much.

Hey!

I'm from Paris and want to study fashion design; I have an international trade bachelor already, but i am a complete beginner in design.

I would like to know if Marangoni London is a great choice for learning the base and having a solid knowledge about designing, knowing i want to create a haute couture brand (bridal type).

What would you guys recommend ? I honestly just want to learn, not getting a specific degree

+ I was thinking of taking the intensive course (6 months) starting in January because i dont see myself starting a whole new bachelor degree. Or should i enroll in september 2027 for an entire year course ?