Welcome to the Royal College of Art’s applications information, where
you can find details about the College, MA programmes and Research
opportunities, to support you in completing your online application.
Through this page you will find easy access to programme information on the web, as well as details on how to apply to study for an MA, MPhil or PhD at the College for 2012/13,
including entrance requirements, application dates and deadlines, fees
and information about making practical arrangements and financing your studies.
For any specific queries, please email: admissions@rca.ac.uk.
Applications for 2012/13 are accepted online, using Online Applications. Please make sure you have read the guidance before you access the form.
If you are considering applying to the College, you can prepare for your application by researching the Programme, and accessing the Application Guidance information.
Programmes offer Open Days between October and January, when potential applicants can visit the facilities, meet current staff and students and find out more about studying at the RCA.
Click here for details of Open Days for 2012/13 entry.
Overseas students and others who are unable to visit the College before they apply can see specially created videos of RCA students 2010/11 in each teaching programme (see links below). These give a real feel of life at the College, why to apply, what the programmes offer, all through the voices of real students talking about the benefits of their time at the RCA.
For general entry requirements and guidance for applicants, see Application Guidance.
Information about Research at the RCA, including subject-area research profiles, current MPhil and PhD research projects and funding is available here:
Research
Details of current tuition fees and funding sources are available here. These pages will be updated regularly with current funding information, so do check back during your application process for updated information.
Students from outside the UK can access specific guidance about visa applications, pre-arrival information, accommodation and funding your studies in International Student Support.