Name Your Price: The Real Cost of a UAL Education

Tell us about your experiences of the cost of materials at UAL for a chance to win a Love2Shop voucher.

Meet Your Winners: Arts SU By-Elections 2024

Meet Your Candidates: Arts SU By-Elections 2024

We're delighted to reveal the full list of candidates for election in our By-Elections!

London Student Oyster Card Issues

A reported IT issue has resulted in many of Transport for London (TfL)’s Oyster card operations to fail and remain offline since early September.

The Student discounted Oyster card (also known as 18+ Oyster cards) is included in those impacted, which usually provides a 30% discount on London travel to any student studying at a London based college or university.

Your New Exclusive Opportunity

Access to a brand new UAL community, built on your rewards and feedback. Become a Research Insider today.

Update: Israel-Palestine-Lebanon

Arts SU: NUS Call for Evidence on Guarantors

Arts SU has responded to the National Union of Students (NUS)'s call for evidence on the impact of guarantors on student renting.

Housing Scams: The Latest

Get the latest information on housing scams that affect students, along with some tips on how to stay safe.

And Just Like That...

Another academic year is in full swing! But not without welcoming you with a series of free mixers.

ARTS SU x DESIGNERS DISPATCH

In the intricate world of art and design education, where creativity intertwines with challenges, I often found myself treading an uncharted path as a COVID student, with many uncertainties, a lot of isolation and a deep need for connection. It was during these turbulent times that the idea of ‘Designers Dispatch’ began to take shape - a project born out of a desire to create a communal space for shared experiences.

New Student Media Libraries!

Your UAL Journey Starts Now

Your SU is the place to be this September!

Welcome to UAL!

It's officially results day - welcome to all of our new students! We've got a declassified guide to help you make the most of your time at uni.

Statement: Far-Right Riots in the UK

We condemn the atrocious far right violent riots that have taken place the past week.  We do not condone any acts of racism, Islamophobia and Xenophobia. We stand in solidarity with our student community during this time.

Support Available for UAL Students

Following the recent unrest across parts of the UK, Arts Students’ Union is here to support you and we stand against any form of violence or hate crime.

2023 - 2024 Officer Wrap Ups!

As we enter the new academic year, we caught up with each of the 2023 - 2024 Sabbatical Officers to review their year in office.

A night of Awards and Farewells at OXO Tower!

We gathered to celebrate the amazing work of our sports clubs and societies in the stunning OXO Tower!

Results Day and Summer Break – What are my next steps?

You might be planning for the summer break, but don't get caught out!

Ending your Tenancy Early

Council Tax

Moving Out

Landlords and Tenants

Tenant Security Deposits

Rent & Fees

Disrepair & Property Condition

19 Students Awarded Degree Show Funds

Sabbatical Officers at Arts SU have awarded 19 students from across University of the Arts London (UAL) with degree show funds that focus on sustainability!

Emo-Tech: Emotional Technology with Arduino Online Workshop

Explore the world of emo-tech and Arduino with Cécile Barouk!

Made in Arts London at the Affordable Art Fair: How’d it go?

We invited London College of Communication journalism student, Jamie Davies, to visit Affordable Art Fair and asked him for his take…

Upcoming exhibition RENTERS! is making noise about London’s private rental market

Bringing together UAL students and recent graduates, RENTERS! brings to life the research carried out in Arts SU’s Private Renters Report.

Arts Awards 2024: Your Winners

See all the winners at this year's Arts Awards.

Coping with Crime at UAL

Like all major cities, living in London means you might experience crime.

Your Access to Studios: Update

Hear from CCW Officer Lexa about the latest updates to our work on your access to studio and workshop spaces across UAL.

Shared Wealth, Shared Futures: Reflections on Financial Literacy

Arts Awards 2024: The Official Shortlist

Discover all the incredible people across the UAL community who've been shortlisted for an award at Arts Awards 2024!

The Cass Art Prize 2024 submissions close soon! Here’s everything you need to know

With the 20th May deadline coming up, here's all you need to know about The Cass Art Prize 2024!

Arts SU Launches Commuting Report

Arts Students' Union today launches our groundbreaking report of our research into the experiences of students who commute at University of the Arts London.

Have questions about making an academic appeal?

Our Advice team have answered all your questions right here!

Arts SU Policy Digest: April 2024

Hear the latest policy updates from across the higher education sector!

Exhibition Toolkit: 1st - 3rd May 2024

Get the tools to create an exhibition from start to finish!

Brand New at Chelsea: Annex Evenings!

New from your CCW Officer Lexa, head over to the Chelsea Annex every Tuesday and Thursday.

Arts SU Policy Digest: March 2024

Hear the latest policy updates and how they impact you.

Lexa's Monthly Updates: February and March 2024

Hear the latest from your CCW Officer Lexa!

Planning for Workshops - Insights from Rosemary Jane Cronin

Ever wanted to plan and lead your own workshop? We're sharing some top tips thanks to Rosemary Jane Cronin!

Looking for Housing for the 2024/2025 Academic Year?

We've got some top tips for your house search!

Support While We're Closed Over Easter

Arts SU will be closed 28th March to 2nd April inclusive. Find out where you can go while our Advice service is closed.

Block 1 Exam Results: What to Do Next

Received your Block 1 exam results and aren't sure what to do next? Our Advice team can help.

Get Clued Up on Housing!

We're running some free workshops this April to tell you all you need to know!

Arts Students' Union Responds to Office for Students' Free Speech Regulations

Arts Students' Union has submitted a response to the proposed free speech legislation, which is currently being consulted on by Office for Students.

Arts SU Elections 2024: All the Winners

Find out who was elected in this year's Elections.

National Union of Students launches their General Elections manifesto

The 'Manifesto for our Future' launched at the House of Commons, outlining student demands for the future government.

Arts SU present evidence at Parliament

LCC Officer Sophia Nasif sat on the student housing crisis panel in Parliament.

UAL agrees to work towards a Guarantor Scheme

Arts SU Elections: Question Time

Each year we put a set of questions to your candidates running in the Arts SU Elections.

Arts SU Elections: Meet Your Candidates

Here are your candidates standing for your vote in the Arts SU Elections 24/25!

Arts SU Hands Out Two Bursaries to LGBTQIA+ Artists

We teamed up with Cass Art to award Material Bursaries to two artists featured in our LGBTQIA+ History Month exhibition!

Palentine's Day 2024: Thank YOU!

Missed the Palentine's fun this year? Our Advice team have rounded up all the deets.

Updates from Your LCF Officer (Term 2)

Hear from Katwamba Mutale, your LCF Officer, about what he's been up to this term!

Policy Digest: January 2024

The latest in policy and higher education news from our Policy team.

Term 1 SDF Round Up

A summary of the main feedback in our term 1 Student & Dean Forums.

Statement: Israel-Palestine

Update: Conversations With Students

In summer 2023, Arts SU reported the findings and recommendations from our research on Conversations With Students. This research explored student opinion around student feedback mechanisms and the course rep system.

Winter Wellbeing Support

Your wellbeing should always be a top priority, but this isn’t always easy, especially with the various challenges the holiday period can present. It’s not always sunshine and rainbows and that’s okay!

Lexa's Monthly Update: November 2023

Lexa's latest updates from the last month.

Policy Digest: November 2023

The latest policy updates from Arts SU and the sector.

World AIDS Day: BIPOC and Queer Artists Spotlight

In honour of World AIDS Day, Katwamba, LCF Sabbatical Officer from Arts Students' Union, is highlighting and celebrating 10 BIPOC and queer HIV-identifying artists, that have passed and are living.

Arts Students' Union Shares Private Renters Report

Arts Students' Union's groundbreaking research into the experiences of students at University of the Arts London (UAL) in the private rental sector releases today.

Updates from Your LCF Officer (Term 1)

Hear from Katwamba Mutale, your LCF Officer, about what he's been up to this term!

Academic Misconduct and How to Avoid It

Deadline season is upon us, but your Advice team are here to help you avoid Academic Misconduct!

Winter Wellbeing: Tips from Your Advice Team

London in Winter can be cold, dark, and pretty miserable. But your Advice team have some tips on making it through!

Lexa's Monthly Update: October 2023

Hear from your CCW Officer, Lexa, about what she's been up to this October!

Policy Digest: October 2023

All the latest Arts SU, UAL, and national policy updates in one handy place!

Policy Digest: September 2023

Arts SU Policy Digests are BACK for another year!

Conversations with Students Research

Our first 'Conversations with Students' research at Arts Students' Union is complete!

Appeals Guide 101 (Lesson 2): How to Complete an Appeal

We get into the meat of how to do this whole Appeals thing.

Appeals Guide 101

It's Appeals season, so we've compiled a 101 guide to as an introduction to the topic of Appeals.

Arts Awards 2023: Your Winners

Find the shortlists and winners of all of this year's awards ceremony!

UCU Strike Hub

Find all the latest about industrial action from University and College Union (UCU) members at UAL (updated for September 2023).

CSM Students Awarded Sustainable Degree Show Bursaries

Our CSM Officer Minna Ellis has worked with Central Saint Martins to deliver 10 bursaries to CSM students to support sustainable degree show pieces!

Accommodation Contracts

Big Question Winners!

The Results are in!

After an intense week of campaigning, we are excited to finally announce who has won in this year's Spring Elections!

Officer Update: Cost of Living Crisis Support

Arts SU's Cost of Living Report: Now Live

Following huge student feedback in our survey, our Cost of Living report is now available.

Arts SU Policy Digest: October 2022

Read about policy news and updates this month.

Black History Month Support

Resources for any student who needs support during BHM and beyond

Xhibit 2023; meet the selection panel - Minna Ellis

Officer Statement: Met Police Safety Workshops at UAL

We are deeply disappointed that UAL have invited the Metropolitan Police Service onto our campuses, and we strongly oppose their presence. Read our full statement.

Xhibit 2023: meet the selection panel - Tim A Shaw

Over the next few weeks, we'll be taking the time to meet our 2023 Xhibit panel.

Sports and Societies Memberships: Now Free!

Great news: thanks to funding from UAL, sports and societies memberships are free!

Arts SU Policy Digest: September 2022

UAL, Higher Education, and Politics policy updates from Arts SU for September 2022.

Officer Tips: Health

This guide is to inform students of services outside of University that they can access. Some are UK-wide and some are specific to London.

Officer Tips: Outdoor Spaces

London is, of course, a huge city, but there are still many wonderful green spaces/ river walks that are easily accessible. You won’t need a car to feel like you’re out of the city!

Officer Tips: Cultural Spots

London is famous for its art and music scene. The following guide covers some tips on discounts to access these spaces for lower costs and some options for galleries and museums, cinemas, theatres and live music.

Officer Tips: Transport

As a UAL student you will likely be spending several hours a week travelling and more so if you are a commuter student. It is not advised for students to drive around London for money, practical and climate issues.

Welcome Week 2022: A London Guide

Below we’ve gathered some of the best student events in London that’ll blow your mind, help you make a friend or two, and leave you with memories that’ll put a smile on your face when you think back to them!

Officer Statement: Queen Elizabeth

Officer Statement: Roe v. Wade

In light of the overturning of Roe vs Wade in the United States, we want to make clear that we are strongly against this decision, and will support any student who may be affected by it.

Welcome 2022

We're excited to put on some great evening events and of course, the Welcome Fair once again this year!

Graduation Prints 2022

To celebrate this year’s graduation shows, we commissioned two student artists to create a celebratory piece of artwork to mark the occasion. Shop the pieces today!

The Net Gallery scans Xhibit 2022

We are pleased to announce for 2022 that Arts SU have collaborated with The Net Gallery to provide an exclusive 3D virtual scan of the exhibition.

Professor David Crow: our condolences

UAL-UCU Boycott Update

We are pleased to announce that UAL-UCU has agreed to end the Marking and Assessment Boycott after constructive talks with UAL, as announced in a joint statement to staff.

UCU Marking Boycott

UCU acknowledges that the current arrangement of Higher Education will have negative consequences for students, and wants to work with students in applying pressure to management to ensure that we can work together to resolve UCU’s dispute as swiftly as possible.

Introduction to Blender with Cécile Barouk

A write-up of our student initiated workshop as part of our Art + Tech series programmed by the Arts Programme team. This workshop was a collaboration with UAL's Creative Computing Institute.

Arts SU Responds to HE Reforms Consultation

We've addressed and responded to the government consultation on higher education reforms and hope that our comments to the consultation are taken into consideration.

Xhibit Professional Development Day 2022

The Xhibit Professional Development Day aims to bring together a collective of industry professionals to discuss their practice, troubleshoot and answer questions from students. Programmed as a response to requests made by Xhibit selected artists - the day utilises the students as a unique focus group to locate subjects, themes and ideas of relevance.

Sports Clubs End of Season Roundup

Campaigns Round Up: Term 2

It’s official – we’ve made it to the end of Term 2, and the sun has come out to celebrate!

Varsity Victory

UAL win the Arts Cup 2022 against Goldsmith's at the #ReturnOfTheGames!

Leadership Elections: The Results

After a week of campaigning for your votes, we were pleased to announce the winners of this year's Leadership Elections!

Metro Imaging Mentorship Experience

We caught up with Rosie Haynes, a 2020 Central Saint Martins graduate to hear about her experiences of the mentorship with Metro Imaging’s Creative Director Steve Macleod.

Ukraine Conflict

Arts SU are saddened by the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. We recognise that this situation may affect many in our community of students in different ways.

Xhibit 2022 artists announced

Arts SU is proud to announce the 2022 selection for Xhibit, our annual open call exhibition!

Arts Awards 2022

Crits and Inclusive Learning at UAL

The Big Question

Share your thoughts on your student experience and you could win one of our 5 levels of prizes!

Increase in Spiking Incidents in London

As your Students’ Union we wanted to reiterate that student welfare and safety is of the utmost importance to us and we aim to support you to have the best experiences at university, but also to ensure you feel safe and supported if things do go wrong.

Blueprint Bar

That's right, on Tuesdays and Fridays, our Blueprint Café is becoming a Bar!

Sarah Everard

Trigger Warning: Harassment & Death

Black History Month 2021

Through Black History Month and “Looking Forward”, we celebrate the culture, creativity and resilience of our Black students. Click to find out more on how you can get involved in our exhibitions and events as well our all-year-round work and student-led initiatives.

Creative Education Cuts Statement

"We firmly believe that creative arts education should not only be accessible to the elite class."

Officer Legacy: Yasmeen

Our outgoing Campaigns Officer, Yasmeen, shares the highlights of her year in office.

Officer Legacy: Eleanor

Our outgoing Activities Officer, Eleanor, shares the highlights of their year in office.

Officer Legacy: Dylan

Our outgoing Education Officer, Dylan, shares the highlights of his year in office.

Officer Legacy: Pinky

Our outgoing Welfare Officer, Pinky, shares the highlights of her year in office.

We Stand Proudly with Palestine (Statement from 2020/21 Officer Team)

Arts SU stands in solidarity with Palestinian communities and condemns the violence carried out by the state of Israel.

An insight from a Student Arts Programmer at Arts SU

UAL's Race Equality Charter

This time of year, we see so many surveys, and we feel you - it is exhausting! BUT, this is one you should not let slide by!

Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim Community at UAL!

We want to make sure our Muslim students feel supported during this holy month. In this article, you can find some information and resources which we hope will help students participating in Ramadan during this time.

Hate Speech is not Free Speech

If discrimination is #NEVEROK, UAL should demonstrate this instead of hiding behind performative activism and hashtags.

LGBTQ+ History Month 2021

Join Arts SU in celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month! We are committed to making sure that your experience at UAL as and LGBTQIA+ person is the best it can be, and to help our allies understand why we do this every year. You can find out more here. Around this year's theme of ‘Body, Mind, Spirit’, throughout February we will offer you a series of talks, workshops, artist showcases, and opportunities to have your voices heard and your work seen and celebrated.

Democracy Review

This year, we are conducting a review of our democratic processes to find out what you want democracy at Arts SU to look like, and to make it easier for you to get involved with our projects.

Annual Members Meeting 2020

All UAL students are invited to our Annual Members Meeting on the Monday 30th November, 4-5.30pm. Register your attendance now.

Creative Manifesto