Program Overview
The City Design at Royal College of Art is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 15 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the City Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 15 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 34,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the City Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Parameters and Objectives
- Case Studies
- Critical & Historical Studies (CHS)
- Technical Workshop: Core
- Strategy
- History & Theory
- Technical Workshop: Advanced
- Design Development
- Science & Technology
- Developed Design Independent Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You will be assessed on your existing qualities, as demonstrated in both your work and in your interviews, as well as your potential to benefit from the programme. The assessment will consider:
You should have achieved a good undergraduate degree, preferably in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Design or other related design discipline although other backgrounds will be also be considered under certain circumstances.
- Portofolio
- Interview (if invited)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 34,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 34,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Royal College of Art directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Royal College of Art
Royal College of Art
London, United Kingdom
Royal College of Art is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-11
- Language English
- Duration 15 months