585 University for the Creative Arts reviews

Nothing.

5

Great SU very active

Average

Very small village

lots of choice

At the end of your 3 years of study there is a potentical traineeship and graduate scheme to help you search for work. In addition you can apply to a exchange scheme which can help you make contacts throughout your study.

there is no exams! I prefer a coursework based subject which I have had throughout A level and degree, it is a much more relaxed approach to learning but still achieving the same goals.

17

its a bit lame, great community vibe within my course but the student union is a big let down. No societies or events available.

The facilities for the course are fantatstic with great space but limited facilities for societies and clubs

Canterbury is a small city with a big heart and great nightlife, always something going on during the weekend and lots of young people about.

None! There is nothing to do or join

There is always support at hand! The stuff are so lovely, sometimes a bit of tough love but you can speak to most of the staff about anything if necessary.

It encourages lots of profetonal futures tasks and visits outside of the institution. Also encorages organising and applying for things outside of the university too. Whilenoffering support if needed .

I like how much we sre in charge in the MA and how you lead your own practice so you have room to progress. While support is there when needed. Also the use of all the facilitys is fab. I think the only thing i would say i dont like as much would be organisation?

8

I thinks its great, has come along a lot since i started at the uni a few years ago. I personally dont get involved anymore as i dont have time with work and the Ma etc.

Really great we have a lot more than other creative university's and we get to use most of it no matter the course you are on too.

Not great haha but we are a small town so its to be expected

There are a lot more now than a few years ago!

Okay help is always there to an extent. Mostlg academic help is great. In the way of mental health help. It is improving

The career department offers courses and study material to increase your chances to enter the work market. However, I believe that the Epsom campus mainly focuses on the fashion industry thus leaving out the business school students. A lot of events and talks focus on the fashion sector making it slightly irrelevant for my major study.

What I like the most is the opportunity and the time we have to explore different area within the major our of study (brand, design and innovation). We are not forced to fit into a certain box and are allowed to experiment. What I like the least is the lack of structure. Although with have a lot of freedom, the program does not seem structured and we have difficulties to know when which topic of our major will be taught.

9

I believe that the Students' Union has difficulties to reach all the students (social media strategies) and some campus is offering more than others. Creating a club can be difficult (minimum of 5 students) and having the opportunities to have the same club as other campuses are impossible. I feel it is difficult to start a club if it was not established for a long time. Proposing a campaign to the Students' Union is also difficult because you need the approval of at least 2/3 of the university students.

The university accommodation is decent and provides some electrical appliances such as a kettle, fridge, microwave and freezer, and furniture for our room such as a bed, desk + chair, cupboard, and shelves. Depending with who you're are sharing the accommodation with, the place can become very dirty. Housemates are responsible to keep the shared space tidy (bathroom and kitchen) but it is rarely the case. The university hired house cleaner who come and check once a week the state of the accommodation (often some cleaning are done). All in all, it is a decent place to leave in and nearby the university. The area where the house accommodations are located in safe areas of the city.

Very good

Some night events but relatively quiet. Epsom is very close to London so most of the people would travel to London. Food can be a little bit expensive but the food market offers some good bargains.

Diverse and intersting although I did not join any as I am busy in a martial art sport club in Carshalton.

Personal counselling and librarians are very supportive. Depending on your tutors, getting clear feedbacks can be a struggle. It is not too difficult to arrange a meeting with your tutor but as a post-graduate, you are offered less guidance (with the exception of the major project).

They offer us international transfers to do internships

I like how interactive the class is when our teacher asks us questions. I don't like how repetitive the lectures are

10

Don't really know what it is and what it does.

Modern and homely.

Very good

Boring unless you go into London.

There are close to none within the uni.

Teachers in my course are very supportive and are willing to help you in their free time if you are having difficulties with your work.

We have career fairs, work placements, encouraged to gain experience through weekly placements. We have workshops to work on our CVs, cover letter and interview skills. In our final year we have to submit a careers based portfolio.

I like that we are given a brief that is easy to understand. Our classes are not too big and we often have small group sessions where we have 1 on 1 time with the tutors.

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The student union helped me create UCA's first cheerleading team 3 years ago, we have since then gained 2 x 1st place trophies, 1 x 2nd place trophy and 2 x 3rd place trophies. We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved.

We are lucky to have a campus that has open facilities including photoshoot and camera hire areas, screen printing, 3d printing, VR rooms and more.

Epsom in general is very quiet, however nearby are towns like Sutton and Kingston which are nice to go to. Central London is also a 30 minute train away which is great.

The best club is cheerleading! (I started it!)

The general academic support is incredible, we have a lot of 1 on 1 time with the tutors, and the feedback is very clear and consise. In terms of counselling I know it is offered, however I haven't used the services. The library and all the staff are very helpful and supportive.

Practising architects come often in the university: some of them as visiting tutors, lecturers, taking part at the Multistorey session or the Superstudio. It is a chance for us to communicate with them, create connections and and learn more about the real world out there.

It is great that there is a lot of attention on HOW we present our ideas, communicate them with others, there is a focus on the visual aspect, itteration process and model making. This might not be what everyone looks for - if someone seeks the constructional, historical or other aspect of architecture out of the art scope, he might not find the course relevant.

3

Since it it a smaller universities, there are not many societies, but everyone can start a new one!

There are amazing workshops - some of the things I haven't even dreamed about trying or didn't know they exist! There are Mac rooms whit huge screens - such colours and resolution really make a difference! Some of the model making facilities and materials are completely free to use!

Canterbury is a small town, but the 3 universities, colleges and schools really make the live vivid and full of life. You can find peace in the parks, the stour, all the hidden spots or you can try many different cuisines on the high street which is always busy!

There are 3 clubs, 2 of them have 3 separate rooms with different themes and music for everyone.

Tutors are easy to reach, IT team as well - you can always talk to them. We have reviews often so it is a time when we can get variety of feedback and help - not only from our personal tutor. Library team is very helpful and they offer variety of services to make your life better!

We have a unit where the brief is given by a real client. We work in teams with the client to make a short film that the client might end up using for promotional campeigns.

The tutors give good advice and are encourage us to do the work we want to do. Its more independent so I think a few more taught sessions would be better as it can be hard to keep motivated when doing independent learning.

8

The events dont seem that interesting to me personally. Events are held at uni so the space is quite small and can get very busy.

Pretty good, could have more computer space for course and some rooms are small but overall its good.

University is in a small town so not much to do.

Run by students which is good.

Tutor feedback is good but sometimes takes a long time

offers lectures and workshops based on employability and also has people from the industry come in to speak about their journeys.

All the help we need all hours of the day and all the information is on our website login.

36

Doesn't offer enough in terms of final year ceremonies, balls or leavers parties. Very timid but yet supportive and offer other activities of interest.

fantastic and they always try to keep on top of the maintenance, still needs attention in some areas but we understand this will be done within holidays and not during term time as this can affect our learning.

not much of a party area! But Maidstone is nearby and bluewater is not far either. Perfect location for commuting into London too!

clubs aren't great but societies can be fun to get involved with, especially the pole dancing academy as this is something I wouldn't personally have back at home!

Perfect, we couldn't ask for more! They push you to your limits but support you all the way through! Feedback is always constructive and they never forget to praise!

i can develop a skill in the fashion department with the skills i develop at uni with sewing and designing. with these skills i can work in any section in the departments

i like the Independence i get on my units and the freedom to explore in my own way to find who i am as a desginer. could communicate better between the tutors when there are tutorials

7

its not a great student union i find it could have more activity

good, clean, lots around if ever in need

not great dont feel safe going out in the city

not great not much on offer

the support is good and if we need it they will provide it if needed and they will help a lot if we ask