Kingston School of Art
Where creativity meets innovation
About Kingston School of Art
With world-class education, facilities and opportunities, Kingston School of Art equips students to become industry leaders, cultural innovators and creative thinkers.
Kingston School of Art has a distinguished reputation for creativity and innovation, cemented by its rich history of over 140 years in art and design education. Known for fostering pioneering ideas and producing influential alumni, the school is organised into the following:
- The School of Arts
- The School of Creative and Cultural Industries
- The Design School
The faculty focuses on a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to learning, blending creative exploration with technical expertise. Through its internationally recognised programmes, Kingston School of Art is a hub for research, professional practice, and industry partnerships, shaping the future of creative industries worldwide.
Whether you’re drawn to fine art, architecture, design or creative writing, Kingston School of Art champions innovative thinking, preparing students to meet the challenges of an ever-evolving global landscape.
Why choose Kingston School of Art
Studying in Kingston School of Art
Kingston School of Art offers a diverse range of courses tailored to creative disciplines.
Subject areas and courses:
- Graphic Design, Product & Furniture Design, Interior Design
- Explore the future of design through interdisciplinary methods and sustainable practices.
- Discover Design Courses
- Painting, Sculpture, Photography
- Focus on personal artistic development and critical engagement with contemporary issues.
- Explore Fine Art Programmes
- Architecture BA(Hons), Landscape & Urbanism
- Programs integrate creativity with environmental responsibility and cutting-edge technologies.
- Learn More about Architecture Courses
- Courses designed to harness storytelling and visual narratives, combining traditional and digital techniques.
- View Courses in Creative Writing
Facilities and resources
Kingston School of Art is home to cutting-edge facilities designed to inspire creativity:
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3D Workshop
A state-of-the-art space offering tools for metal work, model making, forge and foundry, as well as a ceramics studio, welding bay, woodworking mill, plaster room and digital prototyping suite.
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Workshops and Studios
Cutting-edge music and broadcast and media facilities, fashion, photography, moving image, digital, broadcast and media workshops, as well as printmaking studios
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Electronics and programming lab (hackSpace).
hackSpace: A workspace where people with common interests, often in computers, machining, technology, science, digital art or electronic art, can meet, socialise and collaborate.
I was blown away by the quality of the facilities. The breadth of disciplines catered for is very impressive... the best workshop in a UK university.
Research in the Faculty
Research at Kingston School of Art drives creativity across disciplines, contributing significantly to global cultural, technological and social advancements. The faculty is committed to fostering research that challenges boundaries, addresses contemporary issues and enriches creative practices.
Key research areas:
- Projects explore sustainable practices in design, architecture, and production. Researchers focus on materials, processes, and technologies that reduce environmental impact.
- The faculty delves into the rich tapestry of art and design history, contributing to a deeper understanding of cultural narratives through archival and field-based research.
Research includes advancements in digital tools, virtual reality, and interactive design, driving innovation in how people create, experience, and engage with art and design.
- Initiatives like The Community Brain highlight the faculty’s dedication to making art and design accessible, empowering communities, and inspiring societal change.
- Creative futures research centre
This interdisciplinary hub focuses on cutting-edge topics such as sustainable design, visual communication and innovation in creative industries. - Heritage projects
The faculty contributes to preserving and celebrating historical art and design movements through exhibitions and publications. - Student-led research opportunities
Research at Kingston is deeply integrated into the student experience. Opportunities for students to participate in projects ensure that academic inquiry aligns with professional practice and industry needs.
Through partnerships with industries, cultural institutions and communities, Kingston School of Art ensures its research has a positive impact beyond academia.
Examples include:
- Collaborations with renowned galleries and design studios.
- Development of innovative technologies applied in the real world.
- Influencing public policies and educational frameworks for creative industries.
People at Kingston School of Art
Teaching at Kingston School of Art is almost entirely delivered by active practitioners and industry professionals.
Contact Kingston School of Art
The main contact details for Kingston School of Art are:
Kingston School of Art
Kingston University
Knights Park
Kingston
KT1 2QJ
Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 9000
