We select students based on the quality of their applications, looking primarily at their portfolio of work, personal statements and reference.

The standard minimum entry requirements for this course are:

• A Level - 2 A levels grade C or above
• or Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (Level 3 or 4)
• or Pass, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma
• or Pass at UAL Extended Diploma
• or Access to Higher Education Diploma
• or Equivalent EU or non-EU qualifications. For example - International Baccalaureate Diploma pass achieved at 24 points or above
• and 3 GCSE passes grade C or above

We will also consider other evidence of prior learning and experience via Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning - AP(E)L and / or alternative qualifications assessed as offering the same level as the above requirements.

English language requirements

All classes are taught in English. If English isn't your first language you must provide evidence at enrolment of the following:

• IELTS level 6.0 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking (please check our English language requirements).

Graduates from BA Fine Art at Chelsea are well placed to become independent practitioners in the international art scene. Others move onto postgraduate studies both in the UK and overseas. Many of our graduates have has success and won awards for their work in galleries, museums, the media and the wider creative environment. The college’s alumni include many Turner Prize winners and nominees.

Alumni

• Jon Baker
• Lucy Beech
• Jonny Briggs
• James Capper
• Alice Evans
• Mariko Mori
• Chris Ofili
• James Richards
• Hannah Sawtell
• Mark Wallinger

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