Six of the most innovative art and design colleges make up the University's creative community: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, Chelsea College of Art and Design, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Art. It is Europe's largest university for art, design, fashion, communication and the performing arts. University of the Arts London was voted Best Modern University by Sunday Times University Guide and The Daily Telegraph calls it "the hippest place to learn your trade".

What's on Offer
The University's closely-knit college structure enables students and staff to interact and collaborate on a personal level, while having access to all the benefits of a larger university community. The achievements of the University's students, staff and alumni are the true testament to its success. They regularly receive honours and awards such as the Saatchi Scholarship, the Sunday Times Award, the Jerwood Prize, the Fujifilm Award, British Fashion Designer of the Year, the Turner Prize and the Prince Philip Designers Prize. The University's alumni are prominent in their fields and many have international reputations. Students are encouraged to take advantage of this diverse network of graduates, many of whom are professional practitioners, artists, designers, broadcasters and successful entrepreneurs. Situated on multiple sites across London, the University's students and staff benefit from - and contribute to - the creative and inspiring culture of one of the world's most exciting capital cities. The University's impact and engagement extends to the global stage through its international student body, 150,000 alumni, and affiliations and partnerships with organisations that share its passion for the arts.

Entertainment
The Students' Union organises a wide range of events for students, including an annual exhibition of students' work in the Arts Gallery. There are many thriving student clubs and societies, which range from film, dance, theatre to sports and leisure. Each College has a lively bar and social scene. Being in the heart of London offers a wide range of bars, clubs, galleries and theatres.

Accommodation
University of the Arts London currently operates 11 properties throughout London, providing bedspaces for 2242 students from September 2008. Accommodation Advisors are available to give guidance on how to apply to Halls or how to find a house or flat. The Accommodation Advice Centre at Davies Street is open all year.

Fees and Funding
Students in receipt of the full Government maintenance grant of £2,765 will receive a bursary of £305 per year. Students who receive a proportion of the new maintenance grant will be eligible to apply for an Access Bursary of £1,000 per year. The University will award 320 new bursaries of £1,000 (in addition to the £305 bursaries) for students in receipt of a maintenance grant.