Summer Study Abroad - Graphic Media Design

Dates and fees

Dates: 20 July 2026 – 6 August 2026
Fees: £2,630
Application deadline: 1 June 2026
Fee payment deadline: The full fee payment is due within 2 weeks of receiving your offer
Duration: 3 weeks, with classes Monday to Thursday
Location: London College of Fashion* - Carpenters Road

*Although this is a London College of Communication course, in summer 2026 it will be located in the London College of Fashion building.

Entry requirements

English requirements

You should be proficient in written and spoken English and be able to participate in group discussions and presentations. As a guideline we would expect you to have an English language level equivalent to IELTS score of 6.0. A certificate is not required.

Academic requirements

You should have some prior study in design and drawing skills, Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator skills is essential but do not need to have studied graphic design before. This course is open to all levels. Students must be over 18 wanting an undergraduate-level of study.

Application requirements

When applying you will be required to provide us with:

• A copy of your in-date passport. Your passport needs to cover the whole length of the course;

• A 200-300 word personal statement. The personal statement should indicate why you plan to Study Abroad in London at UAL. You should also indicate why you would like to join the course for which you are applying.

Course details

During Summer Study Abroad - Graphic Media Design there will be an emphasis on visual research and exploration. We will examine the function of typography, layout and basic design principles, letterpress, screen printing, risograph printing, digital filmmaking and the relationship between print and digital media.

For latest design techniques and inspiration, we will visit museums and galleries in London.

A key part of the course will be recording the process of design and you will set-up a blog to record your design journey in words, images and video.

Credits

• This course is the equivalent to 4 US / 16 UK / 8 ECTS style credits. For more information check our credits and assessments page.
• If you’re planning to claim credit towards your degree, be sure to check with your home institution before you apply. Please note that some institutions may have a different credit equivalence, please check this with your home institution.

Post-course

Study Abroad students receive a Record of Study 6-8 weeks after completion of their course. They will also receive a digital badge and downloadable certificate from Accredible after their Record of Study is issued. Badges can be shared in digital portfolios, used on CVs and added to social media profiles such as LinkedIn.

Why choose this course?

• experience a taster of the undergraduate Graphic Media Design programme here at London College of Communication.
• learn from tutors who are practicing artists, designers and communicators.
• meet like-minded individuals from around the world!
• get involved in UAL life through social events and activities.
• All courses are assessed and you'll receive a record of study at the end of the programme if you wish to request credit from your home institution.
• At the end of the course you will present your work at an exhibition alongside photography, graphics and film students.

Materials

You will be provided with a basic set of drawing paper, pens/pencils, and a sketchbook.

Please bring the following materials with you on the first day of the course:

• Laptop (preferably a Mac) with Adobe Suite software installed. The Study Abroad Office will be in touch with further information.
• DSLR Camera – A DSLR camera is preferred for the course, if you have your own please bring it with you. If you do not have a DSLR camera you can use the camera on your phone during the course.

Summer Study Abroad Award

We offer two Summer Study Abroad Award for for two students on one of our 3-week Summer Study Abroad courses.

To be eligible, you must be 18 years or older, hold an offer to join one of our 3 week Summer Study Abroad courses, and be enrolled on an undergraduate degree programme outside the UK.

• The award covers the tuition-fee only and depends on you successfully enrolling for the course. Our cancellation policy still applies.
• Award winners will be asked to take part in promotional activities to promote Summer Study Abroad, including social media posts and takeovers, and blog writing.

Find out how to apply.