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Who we are

Our brand narrative

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842 our Colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. ​

London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures. Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale.  ​

Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want.  ​

As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities; Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.  ​

Our Colleges

Each of our Colleges have their own identities. Learn more about our College brands and their visual and verbal identities:

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  • Reuse unit in wood workshop
    Reuse units in workshop, 2022, UAL | Photograph: Orlando Callegaro
  • person picking up poster with letter M printed.
    Typography workshop, 2017 MA Design Management and Cultures, London College of Communication, UAL
  • posters laid out on table
    Graduation posters, 2024, UAL | Design: Kind Studio
  • Three posters displayed on a concrete wall promoting UAL Black History Month 2022. The posters highlight themes such as recognizing the contributions of the Black community, celebrating culture and achievements, and advocating for action over words. Large green leaves frame the scene in the foreground.
    Black History Month campaign 2022 posters | Design direction: Creative, UAL; Photograph: Rosie Stephenson