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23 Apr 2026
Students celebrate wins at RTS Student Awards
17 Apr 2026
Fine Art student wins new public art award
16 Apr 2026
Graduate triumphs at British Animation Film Festival
08 Apr 2026
MA graduate joins New Architecture Writers
07 Apr 2026
UCA students awarded prestigious British Council Venice Fellowship
20 Mar 2026
Response to the meningitis cases in Canterbury
20 Mar 2026
Creative ties deepen as UCA becomes global knowledge and curriculum adviser to Nigeria
19 Mar 2026
Funding boost for London street markets project
Two minute stories
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ScreenSkills
Talented graduate gets ‘set-ready’ training with ScreenSkills.
Comedy Relics
Lights, Camera, Learning: Students work with comedy legends at Maidstone Studios
Oxford Photo
2025 Oxford Photo x UCA Folio Award Winners
Please Don't Eat The Art
Animal Life Drawing at UCA
Alfie Manning
Weaving Imagination Into Interactive Worlds
Students undertake work placement with ITV
TV Production students work on new David Tenant game show
Everyone is Welcome at UCA
Bri Chartrand
Giving Zizzi a mural makeover
Graduate Fashion Week
Peek behind the scenes of 2023 GFW
Oluwafemi Babalola
Colouring the UCA campus
BA (Hons) Design for Theatre and Screen graduate, Brontë Mitchell, secured a place on ScreenSkills’s Trainee Finder programme less than a year after graduating in 2024. With paid placements and training, Trainee Finder gives a range of opportunities.
“I’ve had a couple of placements: In the summer I worked on a new Channel 4 comedy and have recently finished working on a children’s television programme, which were both great fun.”
“One of the most valuable things I’ve gained during the programme has been an understanding of how the art department works. I’ve been able to learn about and try most of the jobs in the art department to find out what I’m most passionate about. It’s been brilliant networking, I've met individuals who have been very generous with their knowledge and support. I’m excited to see where my career might take me.”
“Before I began university, I wanted to be an actor, writer and illustrator, but UCA’s foundation in art and design introduced me to Design for Theatre and Screen, and I couldn’t have picked a better course for me.”
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Learn more about Trainee Finder
Design for Theatre & Screen at UCA
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Students from UCA have taken centre stage at Maidstone Studios to produce Comedy Relics – a live-recorded panel discussion exploring the past, present, and future of British TV comedy.
Hosted and produced by UCA students who are studying Television Production, the event featured comedy legends that included Ed Bye, director and producer on Bottom, Red Dwarf, and Vicar of Dibley; Rob Grant, writer, director, and producer on Red Dwarf and Spitting Image; and Paul Jackson, director and producer on The Young Ones and The Two Ronnies.
“Working at Maidstone Studios alongside industry mentors gave me a huge confidence boost. It’s shown me that I can do this as a career, not just as a course project,”
said Adam Birtwistle, first-year student.
Katarina Sengstaken, Senior Lecturer, said:
“Working on Comedy Relics showed our students that they don’t just belong in the TV industry – they can lead it. By combining hands-on production experience with sustainability, they’ve gained the confidence, resilience, and awareness that today’s media landscape demands.”
Discover UCA for yourself:
Film & TV at UCA
Book an Open Day
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Three recent photography graduates will receive portfolio review by industry specialists as part of Photo Oxford Festival 2025.
Patrick Togher, a BA Hons Photography graduate, created ‘Under the Touch of Giants’. It consists of darkroom prints and photobook that are part of a wider academic and personal investigation into queer-male attraction and desire.
Mingyi Sung, a graduate of MFA Photography, has produced a body of work titled ‘Looking for Nirvana’. This photobook comprises of four unbound booklets that invites readers to immerse themselves in her inner world through themes of intimacy and the female experience.
Another MFA Photography graduate, Adam Isler’s was selected for his ongoing photography project ‘Modern Romance’. It delves into the emotional landscapes of couples grappling with the challenges of intimacy and isolation as they navigate their later years together. It was inspired by a street photo he took in New York, of a middle-aged couple having coffee together and staring past each other.
Discover UCA for yourself:
Photography at UCA
Book an Open Day
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Please Don't Eat The Art
Animal Life Drawing at UCA
Every year Animation students welcome all creatures great and small to the UCA for a life drawing session.
This year, we welcomed the animals back to see their pawtraits for themselves...
Artwork by Animation students
Draco explores the gallery
Arlo and Frodo check out their portrait
Artwork by an Animation student
Artwork by Animation students
Buttercup glides through the exhibition
Discover UCA for yourself:
Animation at UCA
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
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Alfie Manning has a knack for
weaving imagination into interactive worlds
In this article from The Rookies, we discover the inspiration behind 3D arts graduate's Alfie final project — Twilight Crossroads — an environmental diorama blending character design, storytelling, and world-building, which pushes his skills to new heights.
“Collaboration and process are the heart of how we play games, and by working with others and embracing the journey, I believe that we can echo this play in how we make games, not just how we enjoy them!“ - Alfie
This unknown space between what we know how to do and what we want to do is a rich opportunity for serendipity, for finding new things, for making mistakes that we learn from or decide to keep, and for glorious failure that pushes us to learn and grow!
Find out more in Alfie's article on The Rookies:
From Concept to Gameplay: Exploring 3D Game Art and Worldbuilding
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View article on The Rookies
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Produced by Remarkable Entertainment and shot at Maidstone Studios, students on UCA’s TV Production course worked on the show as part of their second-year placement unit.
“I worked on The Genius Game as a runner, which was an invaluable chance for me to work with television professionals and see what the industry is really like. The course taught me what to expect and how to navigate the role – looking after the crew and contestants on the show” – Adam Parks, BA (Hons) Television Production student,
“The course and its unique setting facilitates great access to work experience, such as Genius Games” – Mike Rymer, Programme Director and Senior Lecturer, Television Production.
Discover UCA for yourself:
Television Production at UCA
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At UCA diversity is our strength and we believe in the power of art and creativity to connect, not divide. We want everyone to feel respected and included, and we embrace our students’ cultures and differences.
We understand that personal and societal challenges can affect us all, and we want to ensure that UCA remains a safe and supportive space for our community.
Everyone is welcome at UCA.
Student Support
International Community
Student Life
Chat To UCA Students
Bri’s murals are
a Zizzi success
Bri, a third-year UCA Illustration student, has transformed two huge wall spaces at the Maidstone branch of Zizzi, using a colour palette inspired by the local area.
It’s the second time this year that UCA students have put their talents to the test, after Ruth Blacklock and Izzy Barrett transformed Zizzi in Farnham.
Izzy's work in Farnham
Ruth's work in Farnham
Bri was later commissioned to design and paint a mural on the UCA Farnham campus...
Discover UCA for yourself:
Q&A with Bri on Instagram
Read Bri's Zizzi story
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
Graduate Fashion Week
at UCA
Behind the scenes
Discover UCA for yourself:
More stories on Instagram
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
Colouring Campus
The Making of UCA's New Mural
Discover UCA for yourself:
Book an Open Day
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What’s it like being a UCA student?
That’s a big question. Get some answers from people who are studying right here, right now.
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Research at UCA
Our vibrant community is home to world-leading
research centres
that span creative disciplines and our
research degrees
give students an unparalleled opportunity to work alongside renowned creative experts, combining theoretical study and creative practice. Find out more:
About our research
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Skip to content
It's not too late to apply
Apply today to join our creative community this September.
What will you study?
We welcome the bold opportunists, the quiet innovators, the curious experimentalists, the out-of-the-box thinkers. We welcome you to become a part of our incredible community. Explore our wide range of creative courses to find your perfect degree.
Browse all courses
Courses by subject
Discover UCA
With access to specialised equipment, studio spaces, and the latest technology, our campuses are dynamic and exciting environments in which to experiment and innovate. Find out more about studying at UCA.
Open Days
Accommodation
International students
Facilities
Short courses
Our campuses
We offer degrees at four campuses across the South East of England, each packed with outstanding facilities designed to support your creative ambitions:
Canterbury
Epsom
Farnham
Maidstone TV Studios
News at UCA
Discover more about the events, awards and activities our staff and students have been involved in.
View all news
View all blogs
23 Apr 2026
Students celebrate wins at RTS Student Awards
17 Apr 2026
Fine Art student wins new public art award
16 Apr 2026
Graduate triumphs at British Animation Film Festival
08 Apr 2026
MA graduate joins New Architecture Writers
07 Apr 2026
UCA students awarded prestigious British Council Venice Fellowship
20 Mar 2026
Response to the meningitis cases in Canterbury
20 Mar 2026
Creative ties deepen as UCA becomes global knowledge and curriculum adviser to Nigeria
19 Mar 2026
Funding boost for London street markets project
Two minute stories
Discover stories from across UCA
ScreenSkills
Talented graduate gets ‘set-ready’ training with ScreenSkills.
Comedy Relics
Lights, Camera, Learning: Students work with comedy legends at Maidstone Studios
Oxford Photo
2025 Oxford Photo x UCA Folio Award Winners
Please Don't Eat The Art
Animal Life Drawing at UCA
Alfie Manning
Weaving Imagination Into Interactive Worlds
Students undertake work placement with ITV
TV Production students work on new David Tenant game show
Everyone is Welcome at UCA
Bri Chartrand
Giving Zizzi a mural makeover
Graduate Fashion Week
Peek behind the scenes of 2023 GFW
Oluwafemi Babalola
Colouring the UCA campus
BA (Hons) Design for Theatre and Screen graduate, Brontë Mitchell, secured a place on ScreenSkills’s Trainee Finder programme less than a year after graduating in 2024. With paid placements and training, Trainee Finder gives a range of opportunities.
“I’ve had a couple of placements: In the summer I worked on a new Channel 4 comedy and have recently finished working on a children’s television programme, which were both great fun.”
“One of the most valuable things I’ve gained during the programme has been an understanding of how the art department works. I’ve been able to learn about and try most of the jobs in the art department to find out what I’m most passionate about. It’s been brilliant networking, I've met individuals who have been very generous with their knowledge and support. I’m excited to see where my career might take me.”
“Before I began university, I wanted to be an actor, writer and illustrator, but UCA’s foundation in art and design introduced me to Design for Theatre and Screen, and I couldn’t have picked a better course for me.”
Discover UCA for yourself:
Learn more about Trainee Finder
Design for Theatre & Screen at UCA
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
Students from UCA have taken centre stage at Maidstone Studios to produce Comedy Relics – a live-recorded panel discussion exploring the past, present, and future of British TV comedy.
Hosted and produced by UCA students who are studying Television Production, the event featured comedy legends that included Ed Bye, director and producer on Bottom, Red Dwarf, and Vicar of Dibley; Rob Grant, writer, director, and producer on Red Dwarf and Spitting Image; and Paul Jackson, director and producer on The Young Ones and The Two Ronnies.
“Working at Maidstone Studios alongside industry mentors gave me a huge confidence boost. It’s shown me that I can do this as a career, not just as a course project,”
said Adam Birtwistle, first-year student.
Katarina Sengstaken, Senior Lecturer, said:
“Working on Comedy Relics showed our students that they don’t just belong in the TV industry – they can lead it. By combining hands-on production experience with sustainability, they’ve gained the confidence, resilience, and awareness that today’s media landscape demands.”
Discover UCA for yourself:
Film & TV at UCA
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
Three recent photography graduates will receive portfolio review by industry specialists as part of Photo Oxford Festival 2025.
Patrick Togher, a BA Hons Photography graduate, created ‘Under the Touch of Giants’. It consists of darkroom prints and photobook that are part of a wider academic and personal investigation into queer-male attraction and desire.
Mingyi Sung, a graduate of MFA Photography, has produced a body of work titled ‘Looking for Nirvana’. This photobook comprises of four unbound booklets that invites readers to immerse themselves in her inner world through themes of intimacy and the female experience.
Another MFA Photography graduate, Adam Isler’s was selected for his ongoing photography project ‘Modern Romance’. It delves into the emotional landscapes of couples grappling with the challenges of intimacy and isolation as they navigate their later years together. It was inspired by a street photo he took in New York, of a middle-aged couple having coffee together and staring past each other.
Discover UCA for yourself:
Photography at UCA
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
Please Don't Eat The Art
Animal Life Drawing at UCA
Every year Animation students welcome all creatures great and small to the UCA for a life drawing session.
This year, we welcomed the animals back to see their pawtraits for themselves...
Artwork by Animation students
Draco explores the gallery
Arlo and Frodo check out their portrait
Artwork by an Animation student
Artwork by Animation students
Buttercup glides through the exhibition
Discover UCA for yourself:
Animation at UCA
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
Alfie Manning has a knack for
weaving imagination into interactive worlds
In this article from The Rookies, we discover the inspiration behind 3D arts graduate's Alfie final project — Twilight Crossroads — an environmental diorama blending character design, storytelling, and world-building, which pushes his skills to new heights.
“Collaboration and process are the heart of how we play games, and by working with others and embracing the journey, I believe that we can echo this play in how we make games, not just how we enjoy them!“ - Alfie
This unknown space between what we know how to do and what we want to do is a rich opportunity for serendipity, for finding new things, for making mistakes that we learn from or decide to keep, and for glorious failure that pushes us to learn and grow!
Find out more in Alfie's article on The Rookies:
From Concept to Gameplay: Exploring 3D Game Art and Worldbuilding
Discover UCA for yourself:
View article on The Rookies
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
Produced by Remarkable Entertainment and shot at Maidstone Studios, students on UCA’s TV Production course worked on the show as part of their second-year placement unit.
“I worked on The Genius Game as a runner, which was an invaluable chance for me to work with television professionals and see what the industry is really like. The course taught me what to expect and how to navigate the role – looking after the crew and contestants on the show” – Adam Parks, BA (Hons) Television Production student,
“The course and its unique setting facilitates great access to work experience, such as Genius Games” – Mike Rymer, Programme Director and Senior Lecturer, Television Production.
Discover UCA for yourself:
Television Production at UCA
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
At UCA diversity is our strength and we believe in the power of art and creativity to connect, not divide. We want everyone to feel respected and included, and we embrace our students’ cultures and differences.
We understand that personal and societal challenges can affect us all, and we want to ensure that UCA remains a safe and supportive space for our community.
Everyone is welcome at UCA.
Student Support
International Community
Student Life
Chat To UCA Students
Bri’s murals are
a Zizzi success
Bri, a third-year UCA Illustration student, has transformed two huge wall spaces at the Maidstone branch of Zizzi, using a colour palette inspired by the local area.
It’s the second time this year that UCA students have put their talents to the test, after Ruth Blacklock and Izzy Barrett transformed Zizzi in Farnham.
Izzy's work in Farnham
Ruth's work in Farnham
Bri was later commissioned to design and paint a mural on the UCA Farnham campus...
Discover UCA for yourself:
Q&A with Bri on Instagram
Read Bri's Zizzi story
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
Graduate Fashion Week
at UCA
Behind the scenes
Discover UCA for yourself:
More stories on Instagram
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
Colouring Campus
The Making of UCA's New Mural
Discover UCA for yourself:
Book an Open Day
Begin your application
Chat to our students
Submit an enquiry
What’s it like being a UCA student?
That’s a big question. Get some answers from people who are studying right here, right now.
Chat to a student
Research at UCA
Our vibrant community is home to world-leading
research centres
that span creative disciplines and our
research degrees
give students an unparalleled opportunity to work alongside renowned creative experts, combining theoretical study and creative practice. Find out more:
About our research
Research degrees
Research centres