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Canterbury
Kent
Welcome to Canterbury
Discover which courses run at UCA Canterbury, learn more about our creative community, facilities and accommodation options, or book a place on an Open Day to see everything for yourself.
Our Canterbury campus is located on the edge of this historical and cosmopolitan city and has a special focus on architecture, spatial and computer design, fine art and visual communications. It's home to expert staff and extensive specialist facilities – everything you need to excel in your studies.
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Courses at UCA Canterbury
UCA Canterbury is home to almost all of the courses within our School of Architecture, as well as a range of BA and MA degrees in Fine Art and Design subjects, and some pre-degree courses. Find out more about these subject areas using the links below.
Come to an Open Day
Want to discover UCA Canterbury for yourself? Take a tour, attend course talks, chat with academics and meet current students on one of our Open Days.
Book your place here.
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Accommodation at Canterbury
UCA Canterbury has one on-campus hall of residence - Ian Dury House and for 2022 we are delighted to announce a new partnership with a vibrant accommodation option just 20 minutes’ walk from campus - Riverside Student Quarter.
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Life at Canterbury
Want to know the latest news from our Canterbury campus? Read all about it!
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Botanical artist's life showcased by Lucy's book
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UCA plan to commemorate beloved lecturer
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Things to check out in Canterbury on an Open Day
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Rachel has designs on tackling hunger
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The Canterbury campus is welcoming and relaxed, and just a short walk from the city's shops, cafes and restaurants. It’s a great place to really discover your independence and has a close-knit community – you get to know all the staff and they become friendly faces very quickly.
Ask our students
Have a question about courses, campus life or accommodation at UCA Canterbury? Our students are on hand to answer it.
Chat with a studentFinding us
UCA Canterbury is easily accessible – it's just off the M2 by road, and close to cross-Channel services and two major train stations with links to London. It's also served by bus.
Tel: +44 (0)1227 817 302
UCA Canterbury
New Dover Road
Canterbury
Kent
CT1 3AN
Tel: +44 (0)1227 817 302
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