Universities and colleges in the UK offer BA, MA and PhD modes of study and qualifications.

University of the Arts London is the Europe's largest higher education institution, with around 20,000 students and many professional artists working as tutors and visiting lecturers.

Six distinctive and distinguished Colleges make up University of the Arts London:

• Camberwell College of Arts
• Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design (incorporating Byam Shaw)
• Chelsea College of Art and Design
• London College of Communication
• London College of Fashion
• Wimbledon College of Art.

Located within London, the Colleges are at the heart of their respective communities. Drawing on and contributing to the local culture, they foster closely-knit and welcoming environments in which to study, supported by all the resources of the larger University and the wider arts community.

The Colleges offer a diverse range of courses at all levels from foundation and undergraduate to postgraduate and research. The University's 1,228 teaching staff, as active professional artists, practitioners, designers, critics and theorists, lead the way on creative and experimental practice alongside historical and theoretical analysis. The combination of a varied student group, cutting-edge research and highly-experienced staff creates a unique, multifaceted learning experience for students at the University.

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Artquest is a project of Arts Council England and University of the Arts London.

For listings of all UK based universities, see UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service).

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