Key details
Time
- 6:30pm – 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 Tokyo 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 prospective students need to know about living and studying in London.
You’re invited to meet Benjamin Reynolds (Associate Lecturer / ADS12 Studio Tutor, Architecture MA Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2)) and Valle Medina (Associate Lecturer / ADS12 Studio Tutor, Architecture MA Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2)), and RCA alumni in Tokyo for an in-person conversation with other offer holders about studying at the RCA.
What to expect
Monday 4 May 2026 , 6.30-8.30pm
6.30pm - Chat with academics and alumni
7pm - Q&A with alumni
7.30pm - About the RCA presentation
8pm - Tips for applying and portfolio 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
- Current RCA offer-holders
- 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.
Can I have a personal one-to-one chat?
Yes! We're delighted you're thinking of starting your RCA journey. Please email [email protected] if you would like to book an informal portfolio discussion or one-to-one chat.
How to join
The event is free to attend, but please note that places are limited. Pre-booking is essential to guarantee your spot.If you are interested in attending this event but have not received the booking link, please email [email protected].
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.
Meet the host
In the series
RCA staff often travel to Asia and host event for prospective students.
