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Camberwell Camberwell College of Arts arts.ac.uk/camberwell 1 Cover: Afonso Guimaraes Dos Santos, Camberwell College of Arts is one borrow materials from all of the BA Fine Art: Sculpture of the six colleges that make up College libraries. the University of the Arts London. UAL is the largest specialist art The other colleges are Central and design university in Europe and Saint Martins, Chelsea College of is recognised as a leader for teaching Arts, London College of Fashion, and research in art, design, fashion, London College of Communication communication and performance. and Wimbledon College of Arts. It is now in the top five universities in Camberwell works closely with the world for art and design in the QS Chelsea and Wimbledon. All six World University Rankings® affirming have a history dating back to the its status as a leading global provider 19th or early 20th centuries and a of art and design education. As a long-established, global reputation student of the University you will for work of outstanding quality. become part of an international, Each College boasts specialist creative and cultural community. equipment and facilities, including The University’s exceptional stunning galleries, dramatic links with industry and partner workspaces and performance organisations mean a high proportion venues. Students have access of our students find employment to a range of learning resources – quickly after graduating. 90% of including archives and special undergraduates from Camberwell collections, with items dating from are in work or further study six the 15th century to the 21st – and can months after graduating (UNISTATS). Welcome ‘We have a long history of doing things differently at Camberwell’ David Crow, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Head of College Camberwell College of Arts is “One of the things that makes following a major two-year building partners further afield. As we a unique place to study. Its staff, Camberwell so special is the project. The new buildings have develop these relationships and students and alumni contribute outstanding staff, who take lived up to our expectations as expand opportunities for our to the college’s culture and a immense pride and care in a vibrant and exciting space, students and staff both at home palpable sense of community. coaching and guiding our students a platform for new and innovative and overseas we will bring the Here Pro Vice-Chancellor and in a journey of discovery, helping teaching, and a centre for Camberwell spirit to everything we Head of College, David Crow them develop the critical thinking, engagement within our local do – we have a long history of doing shares his thoughts on the ‘spirit making skills and social sensibilities community. The new lecture theatre things differently at Camberwell. of Camberwell.’ that equip them to thrive both has already staged high profile “We are proud of that heritage “Since I arrived to take up my individually and in their communities. speakers, including lecture events and excited by our future. We hope role as Head of College, I have “During their time with us our by our very own UAL Chancellor that you will join us in this project. been constantly impressed by students develop mind sets that are Grayson Perry and the new gallery “Whilst we have worked hard Camberwell students’ steadfast insightful, flexible and innovative. spaces have hosted thought- to create the Camberwell belief that they have the duty They reach out and engage with provoking shows presented by experience in print and online, to make a difference in society their communities, immediate and our students, alumni and artists I would urge you to book onto and expect others to do the far, to bring their practice to bear of international repute. one of our open days, or attend same. At Camberwell we believe on shared issues and concerns. “One of the key objectives for one of our many public events to passionately in social citizenship “Earlier this year, it was a great the college this coming year will be experience for yourself the spirit of whilst maintaining the view that privilege to welcome many alumni building partnerships. We want to Camberwell. This is a special place the arts must remain committed and supporters to the formal ensure we have a positive impact and I hope you will consider it as a to the rewards of free inquiry and launch event of our new academic in our local community whilst also destination when you are planning experimentation. building and accommodation block strengthening our engagement with your creative futures.” 2 Camberwell College of Arts arts.ac.uk/camberwell Camberwell College of Arts arts.ac.uk/camberwell 3 London is one of the world’s the world, including the Southbank ‘Getting to be in London, greatest and most exciting cities Centre, National Theatre, British and is the historic, cosmopolitan, Film Institute, Tate Modern, and the entrepreneurial home of Globe Theatre. at one of the epicentres Camberwell College of Arts. There are over 1,000 museums As a student at Camberwell you will and galleries in the city including of the world. You can have London’s amazing resources some of the most celebrated in the on your doorstep, and you will be world, many with free admission. do whatever you want!’ encouraged to make the most of You can also get free membership what the city offers. of The National Art Library at the Just walking around London Victoria and Albert Museum, Greig, BA (Hons) Photography is inspiring, whether at markets a major public reference library like Spitalfields, Borough, of fine and decorative arts from Brixton or Camden; in the West many countries and periods. End’s cinemas, theatres, galleries And it’s worth knowing that, and top stores; or along the as a student, you will get student Thames, where you’ll find one discount on many other activities of the largest cultural centres in and events in central London. ‘There are always events, gallery openings, concerts, etc. It’s the cultural hub of the world.’ Harun, BA Graphic Design Left: London’s new Design A global, cultural and creative centre, Museum, South Kensington. Above right: Street art by Dale Grimshaw in Hanbury London is part of who we are. It defines Street, Shoreditch. Right: Jeppe Hein’s Appearing Rooms fountain us, inspires us, tests us and is central installation at the Southbank to the experience of studying with us London: with art in its heart 4 Camberwell College of Arts arts.ac.uk/camberwell Camberwell College of Arts arts.ac.uk/camberwell 5 ‘It’s a cultural hub, full of different people.’ Anne Lumumba, (right) BA Drawing Camberwell College of Arts is through a strong studio culture Left: Working in the College’s internationally regarded for the which encourages an honest, Printmaking Centre. outstanding quality of its courses, non-judgemental exchange of Below: The refurbished College staff and facilities. It is a unique ideas between students and staff, facade on Peckham Road. place to study with a strong sense allowing students the freedom to Opposite: Anne Lumumba, of community which encourages explore their ideas and passions BA Drawing graduate, students to rethink current practices and find socially responsible with her work and cultivate their own style. creative solutions. Our facilities, like the work of our Camberwell has had major students and staff, embrace both investment over the last couple traditional craftsmanship and the of years, with a new academic latest digital technology. Students building and halls of residence on learn through making, collaborating, campus, transforming it into a 21st testing their ideas and new century art school embedded in approaches in the ‘real-world’, and its local, national and international drawing on the wealth of industry communities, and dedicated to connections the College has driving forward positive social developed. Students are supported change through art and design. Camberwell culture With its strong sense of community, its new facilities and its studio approach, Camberwell is a unique place to study 6 Camberwell College of Arts arts.ac.uk/camberwell Camberwell College of Arts arts.ac.uk/camberwell 7 Camberwell is a lively and unique Left: One of the lively area of London. It has a strong local food markets reputation for the arts, at the heart of which are the College and its neighbour, the South London Gallery. In fact, more artists live and work in the area than anywhere else in London. The art scene is young, vibrant and ingrained in the local community. You’ll find artist-run spaces everywhere, pubs lending their unused rooms out to art students, and even a venue on top of a multi-storey car park! You’ll find Camberwell graduates running many of the local art and design studios such as The Sunday Painter and Garudio Studiage. out. Student favourites are Breakfast in the café attached For when you do want to get The Hermits Cave, The Phoenix to the South London Gallery, next to other parts of London, the and The Tiger in Camberwell door to the College, is renowned Overground Line at Peckham Green and Bar Story, Peckham for being one of the best in London. Rye and Denmark Hill is really Levels, and The Bussey Building And there are some wonderful convenient. You can get to in Peckham. little cafés for lunch. Our students Shoreditch, Islington and Clapham You can also get some of the are particularly fond of Sophocles – all popular areas with students – best food in London at really Greek Bakery for door-wedge very quickly, and buses run every affordable prices, with restaurants, sandwiches, and tasty Lebanese few minutes to all parts of the city. cafés, stores and markets reflecting cuisine from Falafel and Shawarma.