Semester in The United Kingdom: University of the Arts London
About the Program
University of the Arts London (UAL) welcomes students from all over the world to study abroad in the arts, design, fashion, media, communication and performance, with programs lasting from three weeks to one year.
UAL graduates go on to work in and shape the creative industries worldwide. UAL is ranked sixth in the world for Art and Design in the 2018 QS World University Rankings.
The University is made up of six renowned Colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion, and Wimbledon College of Arts.
Oklahoma City University students interested in theatre—acting, design and production, and theatre and performance—should consider applying to either Central Saint Martins or Wimbledon College of Arts.
| Dates/Term | Fall Term 2018 | Spring Term 2019 | Summer Term 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrival Date | September 24, 2018 | January 3, 2019 | January 3* |
| Classes Begin | October 1, 2018 | January 7, 2019 | April 15, 2019 |
| Classes End | December 7, 2018 | March 15, 2019 | June 21, 2019 |
| Final Exams | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Departure Date | December 8, 2018 | June 14 or 15, 2019 | June 22, 2019 |
| Deadline | May 31, 2018 | October 31, 2018 | October 31, 2018 |
*Students may attend summer term only if they attend the spring term. There is a three-week course offered to interested students between the end of spring term and the beginning of summer term.
Credits/Classes
All students take the equivalent of 12 OCU credit hours per term.
All degree programs listed below are open to OCU study abroad students.
- Acting-Drama Centre London
- Advertising
- Animation
- 3-D Design
- Ceramic Design
- Culture, Criticism and Curation
- Design for Interaction and Moving Image
- Directing- Drama Centre London
- Filmmaking
- Film and Television
- Fine Art: Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking
- Games Design
- Graphic and Media Design
- Illustration and Visual Media
- Jewelry Design
- Journalism
- Media and Cultural Studies
- Media Communication
- Performance Design and Practice
- Photography
- Photojournalism and Documentary Photography
- Public Relations
- Sound Arts and Design
- Textile Design
- Theatre (Performance Design and Practice)
- Theatre & Screen: Costume Design
- Theatre & Screen: Costume Interpretation
- Theatre & Screen: Theatre Design
- Theatre & Screen: Set Design for Screen
- Theatre & Screen: Technical Arts and Special Effects
Most courses require audition or portfolio review.
Accommodations
Students live in dormitories or apartments. Housing is guaranteed for students who meet the application deadlines and requirements.
Fees
Fall Term 2018
Tuition and fees: Students pay OCU Tuition and fees
Housing: $3000 to $3250 per term
Meal plan is not offered.
Medical Insurance not offered through UAL.
Airport pick-up is provided on published arrival days.
Passport. Visa not required for US citizens for a single term.
Spring Term 2019
Tuition and fees: Students pay OCU Tuition and fees
On-Campus Housing: $3000 to $3250 per term
Meal plan is not offered.
Medical Insurance is not offered through UAL.
Airport pick-up is provided on published arrival days.
Passport. Visa not required for US citizens for a single term.
Download the budget template to determine what one term at University Arts London will cost you.
Summer Term 2019
Tuition and fees: Students must pay an additional $8500 (approximately) to UAL in tuition for a second term.
On-Campus Housing: $3000 to $3250 per term
Meal plan is not offered.
Medical Insurance is not offered through UAL.
Airport pick-up is provided on published arrival days.
Passport. Visa is required for students spending two terms at UAL.
Eligibility
- Junior standing or above
- Minimum 2.75 GPA
- Good standing with OCU
- For most programs, an audition or portfolio review is part of the admissions process.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Federal and State Aid typically applies
- Most OCU scholarships apply
Download budget template to determine what a term at University Arts London will cost you.
Contact the Office of Global Engagement
studyabroad@okcu.edu
405-208-5259 or 405-208-5270
Clara Jones Administration Building, 4th Floor, Suite 438
