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From beginner to pro, master specialist skills

The Complete Package

From beginner to skilled creative.

The Complete courses are in depth, extended courses designed for individuals who want to gain core industry-relevant skills to take their creative practice to the next level. You'll have one-to-one industry advice – focused on your individual work and professional development.

The courses are a fantastic opportunity for those looking to develop their skills, pursue a new career path in the creative industries or even start a business.

All courses include:

  • Practical, industry-relevant learning
  • Feedback on your work
  • Certificate and digital badge upon completion

Fashion styling and make up
The Complete Stylist Short Course

The Complete Stylist Short Course

£4450

Develop your fashion styling voice. In-depth course covering: contemporary media, insider advice and professional growth. Build a unique portfolio and gain industry insights.

  • Level - All levels welcome
  • Dates - 17 January 2026 to 25 March 2026
  • Schedule - Saturdays (onsite 10:00 - 17:00), Wednesdays (online 18:00 - 20:00)
Photography
The Complete Photography Short Course

The Complete Photography Short Course

£5400

Master photography from basics to advanced techniques. Develop your skills in composition, lighting, and editing.

  • Level - All levels welcome
  • Dates - 3 October 2026 to 20 March 2027
  • Schedule - Saturdays (No class 12, 19, 26 Dec & 2, 9 Jan)
Fashion styling and make up
The Complete Makeup Artist Short Course

The Complete Makeup Artist Short Course

£4450

A practical and industry focused intensive course that covers the foundations of makeup artistry, designed for aspiring artists. You will learn the professional skills required to become an innovative and in-demand makeup artist in the creative

  • Level - Beginners
  • Dates - 17 January 2026 to 21 March 2026
  • Schedule - Saturdays
Fashion making and pattern cutting
The Complete Sewing and Garment Making Short Course

The Complete Sewing and Garment Making Short Course

£4950

Learn professional sewing techniques: skirts, blouses, shirts and components for multi-size patterns. Ideal for aspiring fashion makers or those wanting to elevate their sewing skills.

  • Level - All levels welcome
  • Dates - 17 January 2026 to 4 July 2026
  • Schedule - Saturdays (No class on 28 March, 4, 11 April, 2 & 23 May)

Accessories, footwear and jewellery
The Complete Footwear Short Course

The Complete Footwear Short Course

£4950

This comprehensive shoe making course is taught through various practical exercises which takes you through the design and making processes of footwear.

  • Level - All levels welcome
  • Dates - 18 January 2026 to 5 July 2026
  • Schedule - Sundays (No class on 29 March, 5, 12 April, 3 & 24 May)
Fashion business
The Complete Fashion Business Online Short Course

The Complete Fashion Business Online Short Course

£910

Build your fashion business from the ground up. Learn branding, marketing, and retail strategies.

  • Level - Intermediate
  • Dates - 7 January 2026 to 25 March 2026
  • Schedule - Wednesdays
Fashion making and pattern cutting
The Complete Womenswear Pattern Cutting Short Course

The Complete Womenswear Pattern Cutting Short Course

£3780

Learn diverse cutting techniques for bodices, shirts, skirts, dresses, trousers, and outerwear. Develop skills for various garment types in this intensive course.

  • Level - All levels welcome
  • Dates - 17 January 2026 to 11 July 2026
  • Schedule - Saturdays (No class on 28 March, 4, 11, 18 April, 2 & 23 May)
Fashion styling and make up
The Complete Special Effects Makeup for Film and TV Short Course

The Complete Special Effects Makeup for Film and TV Short Course

£2200

Explore the key techniques needed to create SFX makeup looks. Gain insight into the key skills required to thrive in the film, TV, theatre and performance industries.

  • Level - Beginners
  • Dates - 17 January 2026 to 21 March 2026
  • Schedule - Saturdays

Fashion design
The Complete Fashion Illustration Online Short Course

The Complete Fashion Illustration Online Short Course

£780

Explore contemporary fashion illustration practice. Conduct visual research, experiment with analogue and digital media and build a portfolio of work.

  • Level - All levels welcome
  • Dates - 14 January 2026 to 18 March 2026
  • Schedule - Wednesdays

Payment plans

Eligible Complete Courses* can be purchased using a payment plan on request and with the following criteria:

  • The course start date must be at least 4 months away from booking
  • The course fee must be paid in full 4 weeks before course start date

A 50% deposit is due at the time of booking. The remaining balance is divided into 3 monthly payments, payable Via Flywire. For example, if the course fee is £4,950, 50% of this is due upon booking (£2,475), followed by 3 monthly instalments of £825 per month.

Normal UAL Short Course T&Cs apply.
Contact ualshortcourses@arts.ac.uk for more information.

*Excludes The Complete Fashion Business Online Short Course and The Complete Special Effects for Film and TV Short Course.

Important information for International Students

International students must ensure their visa, short term or otherwise, is valid for the full duration of their course.

Please visit out frequently asked questions for any questions about  Standard visitor visa you may have.

For instructions on how to apply for a Standard visitor visa and everything you need to know before and after receiving your visa please visit UAL website.

Alternatively you can read our full guide on immigration.