University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design (2020 QS World University Rankings ®). Our 6 world-renowned Colleges offer a wide range of art, design, fashion, communication, media, screen and performing arts courses at pre-degree, undergraduate and postgraduate levels. We offer a range of support for students from South Korea including a local representative who can provide specialist advice and in-country events giving you the chance to learn more about UAL.
UAL International Postgraduate £5,000 Scholarships
This scholarship provides a £5,000 tuition fee waiver for a full-time taught master’s course at one of UAL’s 6 Colleges. Up to 165 UAL International Postgraduate £5,000 Scholarships are available. Find out more.
Talk to our representative
If you’re thinking about applying to UAL, our South Korean representative can help. They’ll support you locally and in your language through every stage of the application process, free of charge. This includes providing information and specialist advice about UAL and the courses we offer, your application and portfolio and arranging interviews with our academic staff. There may be a small charge for help with visa applications and travel to the UK. You can also contact your local British Council office or register your interest with us for more information.
Hana Education Centre Ltd.
5F, 55, Seocho-daero
77-gil, Seocho-gu
Seoul, 06611
Republic of Korea
Contact: Mr Dong Seong Seo
Tel: +822 566 5757
Email: hana@hana-edu.co.kr
Web: www.hana-edu.co.kr
Register your interest
Fill out this form to receive information and updates about studying at UAL and our future visits to South Korea.
British Council
Your local British Council office can also offer you advice about studying in the UK. Visit the British Council website for more details.
Meet us in South Korea
Events
Our academic staff travel to South Korea every year to attend exhibitions, hold workshops and give presentations at schools and colleges.
These events give you an opportunity to meet us, find out about studying at UAL, get portfolio preparation tips and discuss your application in person.
Pre-degree and undergraduate webinars
Wednesday 4 November: Introduction to UAL
9.30am - 11am GMT
3.30pm - 5pm GMT
Wednesday 11 November: Portfolio advice
9.30am - 11am GMT
3.30pm - 5pm GMT
Thursday 26 November: Living in London - the creative capital
3pm - 4:15pm GMT
Wednesday 2 December: Portfolio advice
9.30am - 11am GMT
3.30pm - 5pm GMT
Thursday 16 December: Perfecting your creative undergraduate application
3pm - 4:15pm GMT
Postgraduate webinars
Tuesday 10 November: MA application and study proposal (Camberwell, Chelsea and Wimbledon)
9.30am - 11am GMT
3.30pm - 5pm GMT
Monday 23 November: MA application and study proposal (London College of Fashion)
9.30am - 11am GMT
3.30pm - 5pm GMT
Thursday 26 November: Living in London - the creative capital
3pm - 4:15pm GMT
Friday 4 December: MA application and study proposal (London College of Communication)
9.30am - 11am GMT
3.30pm - 5pm GMT
Interviews
Applying to UAL through our South Korean representative, Hana Education, is the only way to have an in-person interview in South Korea.
Our academics visit regularly to conduct interviews and dates will be published here as soon as they’re available.
Students who apply directly to one of our Colleges are interviewed in London or by telephone.
Student stories
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Sooyeon Kim, BA (Hons) Creative Direction for Fashion, London College of Fashion © Alys Tomlinson Sooyeon Kim from South Korea
Sooyeon wanted to be surrounded by people passionate about creating something and that led to her decision to move from Changwon, South Korea to London to join UAL.
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Shinuk Suh, BA (Hons) Fine Art, Central Saint Martins © Alys Tomlinson Shinuk Suh from South Korea
When Shinuk visited UAL for the first time, he felt a special energy and artistic vibe that he wanted to be part of. Originally from Seoul, South Korea, he made the move to London to pursue his passion in fine art.
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Discover more
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Group of BA (Hons) Illustration and Visual Media students, London College of Communication © Alys Tomlinson
Our courses
Browse our wide range of courses across pre-degree, undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
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Rebecca Chivers, Technician at Chelsea College of Arts © Alys Tomlinson
How to apply
Take a look at our application advice and next steps, including portfolio preparation and interview tips.
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Miguel Desport and Marion Bisserier, BA (Hons) Graphic and Media Design, London College of Communication © Alys Tomlinson
Fees and funding
See the information we offer international students about tuition fees, living and course materials costs.
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Benjamin Edmunds, BA (Hons) Fine Art, UAL © Alys Tomlinson
Visas and immigration
Students from South Korea need a visa to study in the UK. See our advice about visas and immigration.
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Credit: Image courtesy of UALFind accommodation
Apply for one of our halls of residence or get help finding a privately-rented home.
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Miguel Desport and Marion Bisserier, BA (Hons) Graphic and Media Design students, London College of Communication, interning at Pentagram © Alys Tomlinson
Launch your career
Find out about Careers and Employability, UAL’s dedicated careers and professional practice service.
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