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UAL Global

drawing of multi coloured sun
drawing of multi coloured sun
Drawing by Fungai Benhura
, Camberwell College of Arts, UAL | Photograph: Alys Tomlinson

Building partnerships around the globe - because the world needs creativity.

UAL is a global university in the heart of London. We believe that creative education can tackle social issues and challenges around the world.

That's why we collaborate with international universities, organisations and governments on innovative research, partnerships, creative projects and exchanges.

Learn more about our international projects, how you can work with us and discover our fantastic exchange programme.

Contact us

Find out more about what we do or working with us

  • photo of students and staff collaborating
    Mini Maker Fair, Elephant and Castle
    Projects and partnerships

    Discover our innovative partnerships around the world and find out how you can work with us.

  • photo of student and staff in a workshop
    @ Alys Tomlinson, Miguel Desport and Marion Bisserier during their Internship at Pentagram
    International mobility

    Explore our fantastic exchange programme and contact us to become a partner institution.

  • Example of Study Abroad student work
    Image: Adam Razvi Artist: Study Abroad Student, Yuliana Korolkova
    Study abroad

    Study abroad at UAL for a semester or a full year. Explore summer Study Abroad options.

Our mission

We're dedicated to:

  • Leading the way in education around the social, economic and cultural aspect of arts and design.
  • Nurturing our international community to achieve their full potential
  • Providing an international experience for all

We want to achieve this by:

  • Working with organisations and creative talent around the world to make positive changes.
  • Creating strong strategic partnerships with global business, education and cultural institutions, which offer exchange or placement opportunities for our students
  • Embedding industry expertise from around the world into our curriculum
  • Providing our students with the skills and expertise to thrive in their creative careers and to build their global networks

UAL Global stories

  • In Pictures: Wimbledon students take over the National Gallery
    Rehearsal for the performance in the gallery on 23 May 2022.

    In Pictures: Wimbledon students take over the National Gallery

    BA Costume for Theatre and Screen, BA Acting and Performance and BA Contemporary Theatre and Performance students collaborated on a live costumed installation in May 2022.

  • Obituary: Benedict Richards
    Benedict Richards (1969-2022), London College of Communication.

    Obituary: Benedict Richards

    We remember graphic designer and beloved staff member Benedict Richards (1969-2022), who supported so many students to forge their creative careers at London College of Communication.

  • Class of 2022: Cordwainers and Liveries Awards
    UAL table setting with certificates and trophy | Photograph taken by Lubna Hussain

    Class of 2022: Cordwainers and Liveries Awards

    On Friday 15 July, LCF held an awards ceremony to celebrate student Cordwainers and Liveries Awards.

  • Earth Quest at Barbican: Your Ecological Adventure
    Jake Stephenson Bartley/Ki. Photo courtesy the artist.

    Earth Quest at Barbican: Your Ecological Adventure

    As the Our Time on Earth exhibition comes to a close, join an eco-inspired journey across the Barbican centre on Monday 29 August and explore how creativity can inspire climate action. Experience free interactive installations and activities curated