University for the Creative Arts (UCA) is a specialist arts institution that is 100% creative. UCA students develop their skills and thinking in environments that replicate the studios found within the creative industries, alongside peers on courses spanning arts, business and technology. UCA is the 2nd largest provider of creative education in Europe, and their innovative Business School for the Creative Industries is the first of its kind in the UK!

Oscar-winning film makers and animators, world-renowned fashion designers, television presenters and Turner-Prize nominees are just some of UCA's high-profile graduates who have enriched the world with their creative talents. Taught and guided by experienced, industry-connected academic staff, UCA’s students reap the benefits of studying at the highest-ranked creative specialist in the UK.

Why the University for the Creative Arts - Rochester Campus?

• TV Studios: UCA Rochester is also close to Maidstone TV Studios, where students can study BA (Hons) TV Production. The majority of the course is taught at the studios, with some lectures held at the Rochester campus. Students on this course can apply to stay in Rochester halls and have access to all the facilities on the Rochester campus, including student services, the library and equipment hire.
• Location: Only a 40 minute train ride to London Rochester is an historic town with a modern twist. It may be a small town but it's certainly big in character – with loads of activities, this location is perfectly suited to the student lifestyle. Rochester town is pedestrian friendly and students will be bowled over by the energy and creativity radiating from its vibrant arts and music scene.
• Galleries and Exhibitions: UCA’s campus galleries host unique and varied exhibition programmes that enrich and engage the wider community as well as the network of creative individuals across the University. In Rochester, the Zandra Rhodes Gallery provides a focus for local interest in the arts, hosting important exhibitions and contemporary art and design events throughout the year.