Courses for teenagers
UAL Short Courses are suitable for every level, and provide students with the chance to enrich their knowledge and build practical skills across a wide-range of subjects. Flexible study options are available for learners, including weekends (during term time) and week-long intensives during Winter, Spring and Summer holidays.
Our courses can provide the opportunity for under 18s to:
- Access UAL's state-of-the-art studio spaces and facilities
- Gain practical skills through studio-based sessions
- Learn in a safe environment that encourages creativity and experimentation
- Create a strong body of work to enhance their portfolios for further study
- Receive friendly tutor feedback and helpful critiques to guide progress
- Meet other young creatives
- Earn a UAL Short Courses digital badge and certificate on completion
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What's on offer
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Holiday schools for under 18s
Holiday Schools
Explore our Winter, Spring and Summer Schools. Intensive 1-3 week short courses in London for all ages.
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Portfolio preparation courses for under 18s
Portfolio Preparation
Our range of portfolio preparations help you develop your work so that it represents your individual approach and sets your portfolio above others.
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Future Creatives
Future Creatives
Future Creatives are inspiring art classes for kids and teenagers held across the UK during school holidays and Saturdays.
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Graded Awards in drawing
Graded awards in drawing
Graded Awards in Drawing are UAL Short Courses certifications assessed by subject specialists, giving recognition to your drawing skills.
Ways to stay in touch
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Read what our young creatives have to say
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Student work by Maya Boluktas | International Summer School 2022
Summer in London: student work from our International Summer School
This year’s UAL International Summer School saw students from across the globe come together for three weeks of fun at Central Saint Martins. We heard from several recent students to find out more.
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Student artwork by Ela Dayioğlu
Explore the world of design with our teen courses
Research shows that spending time doing creative activities can be a great way to boost mental health and wellbeing, particularly for teenagers and young people. Two students tell us about their experience on our courses for teenagers.
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It's never too early to start a career in fashion
Are you a teenager who loves fashion and would like to start a career in fashion? We are firm believers that it is never too early to start!
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Student Stories : Portfolio Preparation for 16 to 18 Year Olds (Online Short Course) – Alexis Jennings
Speaking to us for this week’s student story is Alexis Jennings. She studied our Portfolio Preparation for Art School for 16 to 18 Year Olds (Online Short Course) in June 2020. Here, she tells us how the 5-day course has encouraged her stop and think about the art she creates.
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Developing your practice with Graphic Design for teenagers
We spoke with Graphic Design for teenagers student, Isabella Jeanne, to find out more about her experience on the online course and how it benefitted her educational and personal development.
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It's never too early to develop your fine art skills
Are you a teenager who loves art and would like to start a career in fine art? We are firm believers that it is never too early to start! Here's how to become a fine artist...