UAL is a global university in the heart of London. We believe that creative education can tackle social issues and challenges around the world.
That's why we collaborate with international universities, organisations and governments on innovative research, partnerships, creative projects and exchanges.
Global Engagement at UAL
The UAL strategy proposes that the world needs creativity. Building on that premise, our Global Engagement Strategy is built on the notion that creativity needs the world if we are to deliver impactful change. We will achieve this by providing access to inclusive, globally connected education and research with international collaboration and engagement oriented to delivering positive change in the world.
Our new Global Engagement Strategy will help us accomplish these aims, by setting out how we can build an internationalised experience for our staff and students, enable access and growth and support UAL’s profile, brand and advocacy work.
It will also help UAL achieve our goals to be a purpose driven organisation and support the specific international priorities and objectives from UAL Colleges, Directorates and Service.
Download our full Global Engagement Strategy:
English: Global Engagement Strategy 2024-32 (PDF 885KB)
Français: Global Engagement Strategy 2024-32 (PDF 1.1MB)
Español: Global Engagement Strategy 2024-32 (PDF 1.7MB)
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Mini Maker Fair, Elephant and Castle
Projects and partnerships
Discover our innovative partnerships around the world and find out how you can work with us.
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UAL campuses map by Karina Cooppen, 2023 MA Illustration, Camberwell College of Arts, UAL
Student mobility
Explore our fantastic exchange programme and contact us to become a partner institution.
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Visible Justice Exhibition 2019, London College of Communication, UAL
Staff mobility
Apply for our Staff Global Experience programme and gain international professional experience at a partner institution.
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Sanctuary in Action - Hand and seeds| Illustration by Eve Bull, 2025
Sanctuary Programme
Creating a safe and supportive space for displaced students, scholars and academics at UAL
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Image: Adam Razvi Artist: Study Abroad Student, Yuliana Korolkova
Study Abroad
Study abroad at UAL for a semester or a full year. Explore summer Study Abroad options.
Global Stories
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HERDENTIER by Paula Dischinger - 2025 MA Performance: Society, Camera: Quirin Siegert The Graduate Award 2025: in their words
The CSM Museum & Study Collection has purchased works from graduating students for the last three decades, improving representation in its storytelling and reflecting the diverse communities at CSM. Known as the Graduate Award, these new
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Shantell Martin at Buckingham Palace. Photograph by Glenn Dunbar courtesy of Shantell Martin. CSM Alumni Shantell Martin receives MBE at Buckingham Palace
Celebrated artist and Central Saint Martins alum Shantell Martin was awarded an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) at Buckingham Palace in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the arts and charity.
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Yoriai, 2025, UAL , Photograph: Ana Flavia Fernandes Yoriai: An alternative world of gaming at Kyoto Institute of Technology
Post-Grad Ambassador Ankita Dhal imagines an alternative world of gaming—one that’s not just inspired by Japan, but deeply rooted in its cultural practices, values, and traditions.
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Image Credit: ’Take a walk through the meadow with me‘, Megan Tan and Shao Xuan Tan, 2025, BA (Hons) Interaction Design Arts, LCC, UAL , Photograph: i Light Singapore LCC students light up Singapore at i Light Festival 2025
We caught up with BA (Hons) Interaction Design Arts students Megan Tan and Shao Xuan Tan to talk about their recent success at i Light Singapore — Asia’s leading light festival.
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Photo credit: Peerasin Hutaphaet The Mills Fabrica Innovation Award 2025
The Mills Fabrica and Central Saint Martins (UAL) have forged a longstanding partnership grounded in a shared commitment to sustainability, innovation, and the future of material design. Now in its seventh year, The Mills Fabrica Innovation Award