Why study at Cambridge School of Art?

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  • In the National Student Survey 2024, our BA (Hons) Illustration scored 100% for the Teaching on my course and Academic support, 98% for Learning resources and Student voice, 96% for Organisation and Management, 94% for Learning opportunities and Assessment and feedback, and 93% for Communication of mental well-being support; our BA (Hons) Fine Art scored 92% for Freedom of students to express ideas, opinions and beliefs; our BA (Hons) Fashion Design scored 90% for Assessment and feedback, Learning resources, and Student Union representation; and our BA (Hons) Animation & Illustration scored 95% for Learning resources.
  • We have a 150-year tradition of drawing and inspiring creativity at Cambridge School of Art.
  • You can access all of our creative industries facilities and receive training in them - no matter which course you choose to study.
  • Our lively, friendly and creative community at the heart of ARU’s Cambridge campus will help you make contacts for collaborative projects from all aspects of the creative industries.
  • Build contacts and show your work to industry professionals at the dedicated VIP Industry Preview during our end-of-year Degree Show, and leading graduate showcases in London, as well as finding regular opportunities to exhibit your work publicly throughout your course.
  • Your employability is our priority: work placement and entrepreneurship modules are embedded in our undergraduate courses, and all our staff members are practising, industry-connected experts and leading professionals in their fields.
  • Live and work in Cambridge, one of the UK’s top creative hotspots, home to a vibrant and welcoming student communities, and voted by The Sunday Times as one of the best places to live in the UK in 2019. Find out more in our Alternative Guide to Cambridge.