From Pakistan to the UK: Reasons to Study at UCA

Reasons to study in the UK at UCA

At UCA, students from across the world choose to study with us for more than just a degree.

We asked one of our students from Pakistan to share his experience.

A specialist arts community

Studying at a university dedicated to arts and design creates a focused and inspiring environment. Being surrounded by like-minded creatives from different disciplines encourages collaboration and helps you build meaningful artistic connections.

A deeper understanding of your practice

Students at UCA are encouraged to think conceptually, understand the history and theory behind their discipline and develop a clear purpose in their work.

Exposure to global perspectives

UCA attracts students from diverse cultural backgrounds. Learning alongside people from different countries allows you to experience new perspectives, artistic traditions and ways of thinking.

 

Confidence and professional growth

From presenting your work to planning exhibitions and attending galleries, students gain the confidence to share their practice publicly. These opportunities prepare them for careers in the creative industries and helps clarify long-term goals.  

What do our students from Pakistan say?

One of our students, Laiba, shared her experience studying at UCA:  

She explains her reasons for coming to the UK: 

“I saw a lot of artists and alumni coming out from the UK and they’re doing great and they’re exhibiting their work.”  

Her reason for choosing UCA:  

“When you are building a community or working in a community you need like-minded people and also a diversity where different people coming from different sides.” 

She enjoyed the confidence she gained with her course:  

 “I gained a log of confidence in my practice”.  

Reflecting on how moving to the UK has impacted her, she shared:  

“You are meeting new people, you’re living in a new place and coming from different culture and you’re now trying to gel into different culture.” 

Looking back at her personal growth, she explains:  

“Three years ago, I was an introvert who couldn’t explain the work very well. I used to overthink a lot about my work and had no clue what I want to do in my life, but now I’m finding that purpose and I’m finding the ways to fulfil that purpose.”  

 When describing the support she received, she says:  

 “The support was really great, massive support from the peers. Teachers are really supportive.”  

 That’s why she recommends UCA:  

 “I would recommend UCA to people who want to pursue arts and want to find a career in arts or design or any field they want to work in.”  

 For Pakistani students unsure about studying in the UK, her advice is:

“Have a complete list of what you want to do... Talk with people who have already studied from here. That will help you a lot.” 

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