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Explore the fusion of art and technology in this hands-on creative computing course. Using p5.js, you’ll learn programming fundamentals to create interactive and generative art, develop computational artworks, and experiment with machine learning.
Over three weeks, this Creative Computing course will immerse you in the intersection of art and technology, introducing you to interactive and generative art through coding. Using p5.js, a JavaScript library for creative coding, you will develop fundamental programming skills while exploring contemporary computational art and interactive media.
You’ll experiment with code to create digital artworks, design interactive experiences, and engage with one of CCI’s specialisms—machine learning for creative practice. Through hands-on workshops, collaborative discussions, and playful experimentation, you’ll build a strong foundation in creative coding, leaving with a portfolio of projects to integrate into your artistic practice. No prior programming experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
Sign up for our webinar on 19 March 2025, 4pm GMT to find out more.
Date: 30 June 2025 - 17 July 2025
Application deadline: 12 May 2025
Cost: £2,500
Time: Mon - Thu / 10am - 4pm
Duration: 3 weeks
Location: Camberwell, Peckham Road
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You should be proficient in written and spoken English and be able to participate in group discussions and make presentations. As a guideline we would expect you to have an English language level equivalent to IELTS score of 6.0. A certificate is not required.
More information on English language requirements and equivalencies.
This course is open to all levels and is suitable for students over 18 wanting undergraduate-level study.
Explore the intersection of art and technology in this creative computing summer course. Designed for artists, designers, and creatives, you’ll learn to integrate computer programming into your work through interactive and generative art. Using p5.js, a JavaScript library for creative coding, you’ll develop core programming skills while exploring contemporary computational art and interactive media. You’ll create computational artworks, design interactive experiences, and engage with one of the CCIs specialisms - machine learning for creative practice. No prior programming experience is required. The course emphasises hands-on learning through workshops, collaborative discussions, and experimentation. By the end, you will have a strong foundation in programming, along with a portfolio of projects ready to incorporate into your artistic practice. At the end of your three-week course, you and your classmates will present your project outcomes as part of the one-day Summer Study Abroad Showcase at Central Saint Martins, where you can network, and celebrate each other’s achievements, alongside all SSA students, and tutors.
Course overview
Our usual format is as follows, more details added soon.
Some course unit details, and schedules are subject to change as we continually make improvements to align best industry and educational practice. Email studyabroad@arts.ac.uk for most up-to-date information.
Dr Nicola Plant is an artist, creative technologist and educator specialising in interactive systems, immersive installations, and XR artworks. She holds a PhD in Media and Arts Technology, her research and practice explores technology, embodiment, and expression, using body tracking and sensing, real-time 3D graphics, and machine learning to create interactive experiences. Her work has been shown at venues such as the Barbican Centre, V&A Museum, and internationally. Nicola teaches human-computer interaction, machine learning for creative practice, and physical computing at UAL, guiding artists and designers to integrate coding and emerging technologies into their work.
We offer a Summer Study Abroad Award for all of our 3 week Summer Study Abroad courses.
To be eligible, you must be 18 years or older, hold an offer to join one of our 3 week Summer Study Abroad courses, and be enrolled on an undergraduate degree programme outside the UK.
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