Chelsea College of Arts
Explore new artistic disciplines, refine existing skills, and pursue personal creative projects at one of the UK's leading art colleges.
Located in the heart of historic London, our inspiring setting fosters creativity and learning. We provide courses in fine art, curating, textiles, interior design, graphic design, and more, catering to all skill levels.
Our short courses run all year-round and offer maximum flexibility:
- On-campus and online options (evenings/weekends available).
- Courses for kids, teenagers, and extended courses for in-depth study
Take a creative break and join us for Summer School, running from June to September 2026. Explore our range of on-campus courses and plan your experience now.
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Featured courses
Interior Design Module One Short Course
£2880
Build a foundation in interior design. Learn drawing, presentation, and three-dimensional analysis for creating compelling interior spaces.
- Dates - 9 October 2026 to 11 December 2026
- Schedule - Fridays (onsite 10:00 - 16:30), Saturdays (online 10:00-12:30)
Curating Contemporary Art Short Course
£830
Understand professional standards of practice in curating. Learn about structures and institutions of the art world. Acquire the tools to write an exhibition proposal, organise a show or apply for funding.
- Dates - 17 August 2026 to 21 August 2026
- Schedule - Monday to Friday
Brand Management Online Short Course
£600
Discover how a strong brand can be a vital asset for individual or corporate growth and recognition.
- Dates - 26 October 2026 to 28 October 2026
- Schedule - Monday to Wednesday
Pre-Foundation Portfolio Preparation for 16 to 18 Year Olds Short Course
£730
Prepare your portfolio for full-time art study. Get invaluable tips for foundation course applications.
- Dates - 7 November 2026 to 5 December 2026
- Schedule - Saturdays
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Student working on their portfolio, photographed by Sean Hawkey
On campus short courses
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Online short courses
Explore online short courses, with live online classes and on-demand learning available
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Student Work and Textures, Teenager, Urban Sketchbook for 16 to 18 Year Olds_(c) Sean Hawkey
Short courses for kids and teens
Fun and creative short courses for kids and teens aged 11 to 18
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Customised training solutions
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