Key details
Time
- 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location
- External (UK)
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To be confirmed
Price
- Free
Who can attend
- Prospective students
Type
- Recruitment event
You're invited to join us in Belfast to meet the world's number 1 art and design university!
This event is for those exploring postgraduate routes in art, design, architecture, communication, humanities and interdisciplinary practice. Learn more about how the RCA supports artists, designers and researchers to develop their work in an international context and what do prospective students need to know about living and studying in London?
You’re invited to meet Dr Danielle Barrios-O’Neill (Associate Dean of Academic Planning & Development for School of Communication and School of Design) and Etan Kinsella McLennan (Digital Content Manager) in Belfast for an in-person conversation about studying at the RCA.
What to expect
Thursday 12 February 2026
Portfolio workshop, 5.30-6.15pm
A 45 minute workshop to develop and improve your portfolios whether they are ready to submit or a first draft. Prepare one or two digital pages (research and process) to bring to the session.
Information talk and Q&A, 6.30-8.30pm
6.30pm - Guest arrivals and refreshments
7pm - About the RCA presentation and Q&A
8.30pm - End
We'd love you to join for all parts of the event but if you can only join for part of it, that's fine too.
Who is this event for
- Those interested in postgraduate study at the Royal College of Art
- Current RCA applicants and offer-holders
- Friends and family are also welcome to join, though please ensure they have a ticket
You don't have to specialise in any discipline to attend this event: we welcome guests planning to apply to all subject areas.
Due to the postgraduate nature of RCA study, all attendees must be over 18.
How to join
The event is free to attend, but please note that places are limited. Pre-booking is essential to guarantee your spot.
I'm thinking of applying to the RCA - can I have an informal portfolio chat?
Yes! We're delighted you're thinking of starting your RCA journey. Please join our portfolio workshop at the event to learn more.
Other events at the RCA
We are continually adding to our diverse programme of events: conversations on key topics such as funding advice and portfolio development, symposia, exhibitions, open days and more. Many are free and open to the public.
In the series
Prospective students are invited to meet RCA staff in events across the UK.
