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Admissions

Guardianship

Short-term programmes

Admission
to creative universities
in the UK

A creative education is your gateway to a global industry. Getting into Central Saint Martins or Parsons is highly competitive — talent alone isn't enough; your portfolio, concept and strategy matter just as much

Express consultation

Strategy consultation

Why study a creative subject in England?

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Learn from leading practitioners

Tutors are practising professionals with international experience who share current industry knowledge and practical skills

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Industry partnerships

UAL works with major brands and companies, so students work on real projects and live briefs — gaining practical experience and professional contacts

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Interdisciplinary collaboration

Students are encouraged to collaborate across disciplines, broadening their perspective and developing original thinking

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Creative entrepreneurship

Programmes such as business incubators, mentoring and workshops help students launch their own creative projects and start-ups

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Access to archives and collections

Exclusive access to unique archives, such as the Stanley Kubrick Archive, opens up exceptional opportunities for research and creative work

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A strong alumni community

UAL alumni hold leading roles in the creative industries worldwide and offer networking and mentoring long after graduation

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Subject areas

Design and architecture

Fashion

Interior design

Theatre and film

Advertising and PR

Music

Animation

History of art

Graphic design

Photography

Fine art

Student story: how to get
into Central Saint Martins

Scholarships

Scholarships for international medical students are very rare and extremely competitive. We don't apply for scholarships on your behalf, but we'll help you budget accurately and plan ahead

Cost

Creative courses cost international students £18,000–£35,000 a year, so it's important to budget for the full course from the outset. Living costs add around £12,000–£15,000 a year

What does it cost?

Creative arts admissions
expert

Svetlana Alekseeva

Graduate of Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts London (ranked No. 2 in the world for art and design)

Creative arts admissions consultant with 13 years' experience

Consultation with an expert

13

years preparing students for admission

1000+

students placed on creative courses

Our approach

No agency commissions

We give you a shortlist of every school and university that genuinely fits your strategy and goals

A strategy built around your child

We don't make your child fit the system — we build the admissions plan around their character, strengths and potential

We help your child make friends

We introduce our students to one another, share contacts with parents' consent and create a supportive, safe community

How we work

Apply with Alpha Capital Education

We assess
your profile

Step one — an academic assessment against the target country's curriculum, plus an in-depth look at the goals, mindset and needs of the student and family

Timing: 18–24 months before the course starts

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We create a personalised admissions strategy

Based on the assessment, we shortlist every suitable school and university and build a personal application strategy around your child's level, deadlines and entry requirements

Timing: 18–24 months before the course starts

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We build academic foundations and prepare for exams

Every institution has its own requirements: IELTS / TOEFL, SAT / ACT, UCAT, LNAT, entrance tests, essays and interviews. Our tutors will prepare your child to succeed

Timing: 18–24 months before the course starts

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We gather the documents and build a strong portfolio

Applications require school reports, references, personal statements, a CV and a portfolio. We gather the documents and sharpen the portfolio, the story and the applicant's strengths

Timing: 18–24 months before the course starts

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We submit applications on time and error-free

Each country has its own application system: UCAS, Common App or direct applications. We handle registration, complete the forms, submit everything correctly and keep track of every deadline

Timing: 12–18 months before the course starts

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Exams and offers

Where possible, exams are taken remotely. Once offers arrive, we compare them and their conditions and help you choose the best fit

Timing: 9–12 months before the course starts

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Visa and relocation

You get step-by-step guidance, a check of every form and help with practical matters (documents, CAS or I-20, proof of funds, application forms…)

Timing: 3–6 months before the course starts

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Support while settling in and throughout studies

We help your child settle into their new academic environment, arrange guardianship if needed and advise on studies, daily life and living in a new country

Timing: tailored to you

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Full support for the whole family

We handle everything in parallel, so you can plan your time and resources calmly and systematically — whether you have several children or need additional services

Timing: tailored to you

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