Studying in the UK

The number of course hours per week depends on your level of study. Typically, students have 15 hours of in-class tutoring per week.

You're also expected to complete independent study to help you develop time-management and organisation skills. You can spend this time working on projects or assignments across our 6 College sites.

“As an artist, this is something I really valued and sought out in my UK university experience. I could align my studio practice with my internal creative clock and make my best work for my graduate exhibition.” - Breanna Gordon, MA Fine Art graduate.

When moving to a new place, personal safety and social wellbeing are key considerations. It can be overwhelming at first, but there are ways to navigate London and university life to make you feel at home. Read more about living in London.

For tips on using public transport, enjoying the city’s nightlife safely, and accessing support from accommodation staff and more, read our guide to student security in London.

Pre-degree courses are the common entry point for international students or people who have completed study in other subject areas.

Some of our pre-degree courses are designed for international students to progress onto specific undergraduate study at our Colleges, which may be a better fit for you.

We recommend that you apply through Jess Gill, our Canadian Country Manager, who will guide you through the process.

Get in touch with Jess and her team.

To apply, you'll need a

• High School Transcript/Diploma
• portfolio of work (if the course requires one)
• personal statement.

Explore our pre-degree courses.

The UAL School of Pre-degree Studies is based in West London.

The building is also known as ‘Lime Grove’ and is exclusive to pre-degree students.

Find out more about studying at the UAL School of Pre-degree Studies.

The progression from pre-degree to undergraduate is guided by UAL academics, who support you throughout the process.

After you've completed your pre-degree or foundation year, you can apply to a 3-year specialised Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree at UAL.

Hear from students who have gone from pre-degree to undergraduate at UAL.

We recommend that you apply through Jess Gill, our Canadian Country Manager, who will guide you through the process.

You'll need a:

Undergraduate applications are processed through UCAS (University and College Applications Service) in the UK. Check our guide on how to apply.

BA Illustration student, Linda shows you what a typical day in the life looks like for her.

Watch Linda's day in the life video on YouTube.

• An undergraduate degree in a related subject or additional previous experiential learning (APEL). MA courses in the UK are highly specialised, so we expect applicants to have work examples and experience relevant to this level of study.
• A personal statement, study proposal, an essay and/or a curriculum vitae (CV) or resumé (if the course requires additional documentation).
• A portfolio of work (if the course requires one).
• A reference letter (MBA only).

1st Class equivalent: 3.3 GPA/4.0; 3.7 GPA/4.3; 80% A- (and above)

2:1 equivalent: 3.0 - 3.29 GPA/4.0; 3.0 - 3.69 GPA/4.3; 70% or B