Develop a distinctive art and design portfolio for progression to postgraduate study or professional practice, with world-leading mentorship from the RCA.

Our Art & Design Portfolio Development short course uniquely prepares you for the intellectual and creative demands of postgraduate study at world-leading institutions, as well as for roles across the creative industries globally.

Our student-centred approach values and builds on the experience you bring. We recognise your strengths, understand your ambitions, and offer support as you refine your direction and hone your creative voice.

Led by a multidisciplinary team of academics, researchers, and practitioners from the Royal College of Art, the course challenges you to critically reflect on your current practice, interrogate your work, embrace new perspectives, and develop strategies for both creative and professional advancement.