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At UCA, we help you turn your creative ideas into reality. Our Summer School is the perfect opportunity for UK and international students to work alongside like-minded young creatives from around the world, develop new skills, build their personal portfolio and experience creative education at UCA.

  • Course dates:
    • 19–30 July 2027
    • 9–20 August 2027
  • Course duration: 2 weeks
  • Price: Non-residential from £1290.00, residential from £2420.00
  • Location: UCA Farnham

About the course

Join us for two weeks of creative exploration at our Farnham campus, with residential and non-residential options available.

Summer School details for 2027 are currently being finalised, please register your interest via our form to be the first to know when we are accepting applications with early bird discount.

Register your interest

Are you based in the UK and looking for Summer Camps for your 12-15 year old? Check out our Young Creatives camps running in Easter and Summer

Learning outcomes

What you will gain

In addition to developing your creative skills, meeting other young creatives and experiencing life at UCA, by the end of your two-week Summer School you will:

  • Receive an official UCA Summer School attendance certificate, presented to you at a graduation ceremony.
  • Have a body of work which you will present in an exhibition curated by you and your fellow students, with guidance from your academic lead.
  • Have a unique project to take home with you and add to your portfolio for future applications.
  • Be able to request a reference letter from your UCA tutors.

Why UCA

  • A leading UK university for art, design and creative industries
  • Specialist workshops and facilities
  • Experienced tutors and practicing creatives
  • A supportive and inspiring environment
  • For many students, this is their first step into creative higher education

Select your programme

Programme 1

  • Dates: 19–30 July 2027 (arrival date: 17 & 18 July, departure date: 24 & 25th July)  
  • Course duration: 2 weeks
  • Price: Non-residential from £1290.00, residential from £2420.00
  • Location: UCA Farnham
  • Study options: Residential or non-residential*

Register your interest

*International students attend the Summer School on a residential basis. UK students can choose to stay residentially or attend on a non-residential basis if they are able to travel to and from UCA Farnham each day.

 

Programme 2

  • Dates: 9–20 August 2027 (arrival date: 8 & 9 August, departure date: 21 & 22 August)
  • Course duration: 2 weeks
  • Price: Non-residential from £1290.00, residential from £2420.00
  • Location: UCA Farnham
  • Study options: Residential or non-residential*

Register your interest

*International students attend the Summer School on a residential basis. UK students can choose to stay residentially or attend on a non-residential basis if they are able to travel to and from UCA Farnham each day.

About the course

During this intensive two-week programme of creative discovery, you will be guided and supported by our expert, industry-connected academics and technical staff to develop your skills, explore your creative interests and produce a unique piece of work for your personal portfolio.

When you apply, you will be asked to select your first and second choice from our planned Summer School courses:

  • Architecture & Interior Design
  • Art & Design Portfolio Development*
  • Creative Business & Management
  • Expanded Screen (previously 360 Media)
  • Fashion Futures: Rethinking How Fashion is Made
  • Graphic Design
  • Illustration
  • Multimedia Film Production
  • Photography & Cinematography

Courses will run subject to sufficient student numbers. We will aim to place you on your first-choice course wherever possible and will confirm your allocated course ahead of the Summer School.

Students aged 16–17 years may only apply for the Art & Design Portfolio Development course. Whether applying independently or as part of a group, students, parents, group organisers and chaperones should read the relevant additional guidance in the FAQ section before submitting an application.

Residential

Our residential option is available to international and UK students who need or would like accommodation for the duration of the Summer School. Staying residentially gives you the opportunity to experience university life and spend more time getting to know students from the UK and around the world outside of teaching hours.

International students attend the Summer School on a residential basis.

Non-residential

UK students who live locally or are able to travel to and from UCA Farnham each day can attend on a non-residential basis. You will take part in the same academic Summer School programme and activities but will not require UCA accommodation.

Further information about what is included in the residential and non-residential options, accommodation, meals and 2027 fees will be available here once confirmed.