Short courses at

Central Saint Martins

Try something new, develop your skills or turn your creative interests into a dream job with UAL Short Courses at Central Saint Martins. Find courses in fashion, fine art, design and more.

Develop your art and design skills at our world-famous King's Cross, London campus. Join students of all levels to use the same state-of-the-art facilities as our degree students.

Courses run year-round—weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays—with dedicated options for kids and teenagers.

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Featured courses

Photography

Beginners Photography Film & Darkroom Short Course

£740

Discover the possibilities of film photography and the darkroom. Enhance your camera handling skills and gain a greater appreciation for the medium.

Dates - 25 April 2026 to 6 June 2026
Schedule - Saturdays (No class on 2 & 23 May)

Fashion design

Fashion Folio

£5360

Produce a professional portfolio for undergraduate/postgraduate applications, employment, or personal development. This intensive course focuses on creating a strong body of work. Gain skills for showcasing your fashion design abilities.

Dates - 18 May 2026 to 31 July 2026
Schedule - Monday to Friday

Fine art

Art Theory Introduction to Aesthetics Online Short Course

£430

Examine the theory of aesthetics, considering philosophical and thought-provoking concepts. This course offers a fresh perspective on art.

Dates - 22 April 2026 to 13 May 2026
Schedule - Wednesdays

Architecture, spatial and interior design

Architecture for 11 to 15 Year Olds Short Course

£690

Discover architecture and spatial design. Learn key principles through lectures and workshops. Create your own design proposal.

Dates - 7 April 2026 to 10 April 2026
Schedule - Tuesday to Friday

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Student working on their portfolio, photographed by Sean Hawkey

On campus short courses

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Online short courses

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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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