University for the Creative Arts UCA Canterbury
Welcome to Canterbury, Kent
Create, design and innovate at UCA's Canterbury School of Art, Architecture & Design.
Our campus in the university city of Canterbury is where you'll find innovators in innovation in architecture, interior design, product design, fine art and visual communication.
You’ll work in purpose-built studios and workshops that encourage experimentation and give you the freedom to develop your craft in whichever way you desire.
This is your opportunity to bring your ideas to life with the support of industry-active academics and within a close-knit community of creatives who share your passion for creativity.
All this happens on a relaxed, friendly campus that's just a short walk from Canterbury’s inspirational and historic city centre.
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Our subject areas
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Graduate Showcase
Each year, we’re privileged to be able to share our graduates’ incredible work with the world. And now’s your chance to take a look.
Accommodation
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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Accessibility at UCA
We’ve put together information on accessible facilities, assistive technology, and support schemes to help you understand what’s available at UCA.
Finding 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.
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Tel: +44 (0)1227 817 302
UCA Canterbury
New Dover Road
Canterbury
Kent
CT1 3AN
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