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Customised and executive training

We don't just teach—we innovate

Work with us to create bespoke training programs that empower your creative and technical talent, aligning your workforce with tomorrow's industry needs.

We'll work with you to design a custom training solution that fits your team's needs.

Our expertise lies in crafting unique, customised training solutions and our programs focus on cutting-edge skills and future-forward methods in areas like:

  • Omnichannel retail
  • AI and biotechnology
  • Textiles and the future of garment manufacturing
  • Animation and graphic design
  • Fashion and costume design
  • Sustainable fashion
  • Wearable technology
  • Creative computing

Our courses are flexible and can be delivered in a variety of ways:

Custom designed

We can create a brand-new course just for you or tailor an existing one from our portfolio.

Flexible delivery

Choose from online, on-campus, or hybrid formats. We can also deliver training internationally.

Enhanced learning

Courses can include guest speakers and campus visits to enrich the learning experience.



“Our graduates are entrepreneurs, freelancers, activists and leaders. They contribute to an industry creating jobs three times faster than the national average, employing over 1.8 million people and delivering £120bn to the economy in 2024. In 2025, UAL had the most student-run start-ups of any university in the UK. It’s through our strong industry partnerships and career guidance offerings that we can help students translate their creativity into thriving careers.”

Professor Karen Stanton, UAL Vice-Chancellor

Elevate your team

By aligning our training with the specialisms of the University of the Arts London (UAL) and its Colleges, we connect your staff with a network of world-class academics, expert tutors, and industry-leading facilitators. This ensures your team gains the latest knowledge and skills, positioning them as true leaders in their fields.

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Customised training courses can:

  • be delivered online, on campus or hybrid
  • be delivered at your workplace, nationally or internationally
  • complement existing training
  • be a bespoke version of an existing course or designed just for you
  • include visits and guest speakers

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Client case studies

  • Jewellery Development Programme – Hatton Jewellery Institute

    Jewellery Development Programme – Hatton Jewellery Institute

    Since 2018, UAL Short Courses has been delivering an online jewellery design and development programme with the Hatton Jewellery Institute in Hong Kong. We hear from some recent participants to find out more.

  • BIAAF: Fashion Design for Young Professionals Short Course (September 2022)
    BIAAF: Fashion Design for Young Professionals Short Course (September 2022)

    BIAAF: Fashion Design for Young Professionals

    UAL Short Courses recently delivered an exciting fashion design programme for BIAAF (Bilbao International Art and Fashion), a creative platform which aims to support promising fashion designers as they establish their careers in the industry.

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    Camden Council, UK: Communications Training - LCC Postgraduate Shows 2017: Show 1 Work - Images by Lewis Bush

    Camden Council, UK: Communications Training

    We delivered practical communications training for the staff in the Camden Council Housing Directorate as part of the Councils aim to develop a more customer-focused and approachable team.