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Experience the Creative Edge — Postgrad Show 2025 Dates & Locations Every September, the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) puts the spotlight on the next wave of creative talent with its highly anticipated Postgrad Shows. These events showcase the culmination of research, experimentation and artistic exploration carried out by master’s students across a spectrum […]
Current Landscape of the Creative Economy The creative economy is no longer a niche topic. In 2022, the United Kingdom’s cultural and creative industries contributed £124.6 billion to the national GDP, illustrating that artistic production can translate into substantial economic value. This sector—encompassing film, media, music, design, and architecture—has proven resilience, diversifying income streams through digital […]
What is the Colourful Heritage project? The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) launched the Colourful Heritage initiative in June 2024 as a partnership with the Zandra Rhodes Foundation and the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The scheme places students at schools across Kent and Medway, empowering young people to explore fashion, textiles and heritage through workshops, […]
Why a Digital Mixtape Is the Future of Heritage Trails The Aldershot Mixtape project demonstrates how digital technology can make local history accessible to a wide audience. By pairing audio storytelling with a maps‑based user interface, the app turns the streets of a town into a listening walk. For music students, community members, and general […]
Why a LED Ceiling Spotlights UCA Animation Talent The announcement that a UCA student’s animation has been transformed onto One Fen Court’s LED ceiling may sound like a unique event, but it actually reflects a growing trend in the creative industry. Digital canvas installations are becoming mainstream mediums for storytelling, brand positioning, and cultural expression. […]
On 29 September 2025, the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) welcomed a distinguished delegation from the European Union National Institutes for Culture (EUNIC) to its Farnham campus. This event marked the beginning of a new partnership that will expand research opportunities, facilitate knowledge exchange, and open up pathways to careers and employability for both […]
In October 2025, the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) celebrated a milestone in practical media education. Television Production students from the Maidstone campus produced a live‑recorded panel discussion titled Comedy Relics, inviting some of Britain’s most iconic comedy figures to share insights on the genre’s past, present and future. The event, filmed in Studio 1 […]
What the 2026 Venice Fellowship Programme Offers The British Council’s Venice Fellowship Programme is an annual residency that runs during the European Biennale season, from 9 May to 22 November. In 2026, the program will accompany the 61st International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale, one of the world’s most prestigious art events. The event provides a […]
How UCA’s Virtual Production Studio is Redefining Indie Film Workflows The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) has recently showcased the potential of its Virtual Production (VP) studio by co‑creating the dystopian thriller Faults with established indie filmmakers. The result is a proof‑of‑concept that combines industry‑standard technology with student talent, producing a high‑quality series that […]
Understanding the Platform Graduate Award and its Impact on Emerging Artists The Platform Graduate Award, orchestrated by the Contemporary Visual Arts Network South East (CVAN SE), is a prestigious accolade that spotlights up‑and‑coming talent within the visual arts. Receiving this award signals that a graduate has moved beyond education into the professional realm and is recognized for […]
