Plymouth College of Art

About

Plymouth College of Art was established in 1856 as the first specialist school of design and art in the city. Since then, they have occupied several sites across the city, under various names. They feel that high-quality education for life is the creative catalyst for professional, personal, and cultural transformation. They provide the most diverse, richest ecosystem of technologies, materials, practices, processes, and exchange of ideas at any UK art school. Plymouth College of Art has more than 13,000 square metres of workshops and studios across four buildings. These buildings are filled with state-of-the-art facilities and workspaces. They have a student population of 2,000 student designers, makers, and artists. Their city-centre campus is a thriving creative space for thinking, making, innovation, and collaboration. Plymouth College of Art provides a range of postgraduate, undergraduate, pre-degree, and short courses.

Types of Postgraduate Programs They Run

Plymouth College of Art offers several postgraduate-level degree programs across numerous topics. Some of these include fine art, ceramics, textile design, glass, creative education, printmaking, painting, creative practice, illustration, photography, drawing, jewellery, visual communication, and more. The main award classification their postgraduate courses offer is Master of Art (MA). Some of these postgraduate courses also allow for part-time learning.

Admissions Process

Those looking to study undergraduate courses at Plymouth College of Art must complete their application via the UCAS. Simply visit the UCAS website, choose up to five-course options and begin filling out your application. Once you have submitted your application, the admissions team will review it and get in touch with you. You can apply for postgraduate and short courses directly on the Plymouth College of Art’s website. Be sure to read the entry criteria of your chosen course and ensure that you are submitting ahead of the deadline. Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an email to confirm that the admissions team has received it. They will then review it and revert back to you.

Accommodation

When you enroll with Plymouth College of Art, you also get the opportunity to pick from a range of dedicated houses and halls. All of these rooms are designed to suit your budget and taste and require no deposit. There are also no additional hidden fees, and all bills are included in the rent. Plymouth College of Art works with Host to provide a range of student housing options. The properties are located around the campus and surrounding area, so you are just a short walk away. Rooms in the hall’s accommodation are fully furnished to a modern standard and you can stay here for up to 51 weeks out of the year. Rooms are generally shared with other students. Some of the properties also have a 24/7 concierge as well as flat-screen televisions in the lounge and a free play pool table. Your room will contain a bed, wardrobe, storage, desk and a chair. Rent is approximately £95 per week. For further information, visit the Plymouth College of Art website.

Scholarships and Financial Support

Plymouth College of Art offers a number of scholarships to international students; however, these are subject to eligibility and availability. For the most up-to-date information, be sure to contact the college.

Contact Info

For general enquiries, call +44 (0)1752 2034134 or email enquiries@pca.ac.uk