Student Life
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Karen Stanton, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor, UAL | Photograph: Ella Joyce Professor Karen Stanton assumes role of Interim President and Vice-Chancellor of UAL
Prior to joining UAL, Professor Stanton was Interim Vice Chancellor at Bishop Grosseteste University, having previously served as Vice-Chancellor at York St John and Solent Universities.
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Textile design drawing workshop at Triangle Space, Chelsea College of Arts. 2023. Photograph by Alys Tomlinson. University of the Arts London rises to 13th place in Guardian University Guide
University of the Arts London (UAL) has continued its upward trend in the Guardian University Guide ranking – now ranking at 13th place out of 122 institutions for 2025. In five years, UAL has progressed 32 places in the league.
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Micrograph of cross-section of an indigineous leaf at CSM Grow Lab. Photo: Risa Ueno Mattering Life: Investigating contemporary science through art, design, poetry
Producing new ways of seeing the events of 4 billion years ago, students animated and reinterpreted contemporary scientific studies on the origins and ambiguities of life on the 2024 Scientist in Residence programme.
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Inflatable-Wear by Yunpei Li. Photographed by Alex Marshall | London College of Fashion | UAL “The inflatable-wear is like an agent or catalyst that makes it easier to engage with other people.”
Yunpei Li's Inflatable Wearable Heterotopia challenges conventional notions of personal space through interactive, inflatable garments that invite new forms of connection and highlight our resilience in a rapidly changing world. It's now
Student life at London College of Communication (LCC) is full of possibilities. You'll be joining a creative community of around 4,500 students at the heart of Elephant and Castle.
Take advantage of our industry-standard facilities, write for Artefact - our College magazine, or visit one of the many museums and galleries within walking distance.
Student life
Alex's experience at LCC
Living in London
Ifan's story
BA (Hons) Media Communications student Ifan moved from South Wales to London to pursue a career in journalism. He reflects on how studying and living in the city has prepared him for fast-paced environments and new perspectives.
Value Talks
Students speaking up: art, activism and everything in between
In this episode of Value Talks, 3 recent LCC graduates – Abi Chapman, Nicki Deux and Alex Goodall – discuss how we can use our voices to effect change, the importance of co-creation, and how we can become better allies to the communities we work for, with and within.
Value Talks
Getting past the pitch: turning filmmaking into your career
In this Value Talk, LCC graduates and filmmakers Samona Olanipekun, Natalja Safranova and Tash Tung explore how they’ve been able to shape their careers around their practice.
Facilities and area guide
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Student reading in the Library. London College of Communication, UAL. Photograph: Alys Tomlinson
Facilities
Find out about our libraries, shared spaces, studios and workshops.
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Iron-on patch, A Clockwork Orange, c1971, The Stanley Kubrick Archive, University of the Arts London Archives and Special Collections Centre
The Stanley Kubrick Archive
Learn about the Stanley Kubrick Archive at the UAL Archives and Special Collections Centre.
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Image of LCC and the local area from above
Local Area Guide: Elephant and Castle
Discover more about Elephant and Castle, including places to visit, eat, travel and open spaces.
Work experience
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LCC Joy of Sets Workshop
Student work placements
Our Placements Team supports all students to enhance their experience of work experience and placements.
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Diploma in Professional Studies
The Diploma in Professional Studies is a year-long learning opportunity for design industry internships and collaborations.
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Website design for Southwark Unity by LCC students Tabetha Baldwin and Ethan Phan
Talent Works
Talent Works gives second year Home (UK) students paid work with local charities, social enterprises and community groups on a wide range of creative and communications projects.
Get involved
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What's on
The College runs a programme of events, exhibitions and student shows throughout the year.
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Arts Students' Union
The Arts Students’ Union can support you throughout your time at University, helping you meet new people, try new things and access helpful information.
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Artefact Magazine
News lifestyle and culture by Journalism students at LCC.
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Designer credit: Mara Dantini (2019 UAL PG Alumni)
Post-Grad Community
UAL's Post-Grad Community is an inclusive platform for all UAL postgraduate students to share work, find opportunities and connect with other creatives within the UAL and beyond.
Useful information
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Accommodation
Find out more about the different types of accommodation offered by UAL and discover broader advice about living in London.
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Student fees and funding
The Student Advice and Funding Service provide information and guidance on funding options around fees and living costs.
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Student Services
UAL Student Services offer free and confidential help and advice.
@lcclondon
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LCC has always been about preserving and modernising modes of making. We want to incorporate the history of what was the London College of Printing alongside ...
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Today marked the first day for our Undergraduate students at LCC, while our MA courses began a little earlier. From India to London, welcome MA Design for Ar...
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This is where it all begins, and we’re excited to welcome all the students coming to LCC from across the globe. From Singapore to London, welcome BA (Hons) Fi...
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Come and join our upcoming Open Events at London College of Communication. You’ll have the opportunity to explore our Screen, Media and Design schools, gettin...
Graduate voices
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Image credit: 'Self-Portrait with my Brother', taken from Ovoo' (Timelessness) - Margarita Galandina, 2022. Graduate Voices: Margarita Galandina
Recent MA Photography graduate Margarita Galendina discusses the importance of weaving her Siberian heritage throughout her work and some of her major professional achievements as an early-career creative.
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Portrait of Amrita taken at the UK Alumni Awards in Singapore, 2023. Image credit: British Council. Graduate Voices: Amrita Chandradas
Media School graduate Amrita Chandradas discusses winning at the Study UK Alumni Awards and the importance of remaining curious about the world around us.
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Image credit: 'Lo que no fue, no será', Débora Caro Reyes. Graduate Voices: Débora Mabel Caro Reyes
Débora Caro-Reyes chats to us about developing her own hybrid practice, gaining inspiration through graduate networks, and producing her first solo exhibition at the Gabriela Mistral Gallery.
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Still from a film located in Bangor, North Wales. Image credit: Laura de Pablo, MA Television. Graduate Voices: Laura de Pablo
MA Television graduate Laura de Pablo discusses how she navigates her own professional journey by utilising both business and creative insights.