Art, Design and Fashion

Art, Design and Fashion at the University of Central Lancashire delivers a portfolio of courses with innovative teaching and close links to the creative industries.

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We provide an excellent environment for creative minds, including studio-based learning delivered by expert teaching staff. Our combination of innovative teaching and close industry links means there are few environments more exhilarating for creative minds. 

Why study with us

  • Art and Design at the University of Central Lancashire is ranked 2nd in the North West for student satisfaction. (Complete University Guide, 2024)
  • We have dedicated gallery spaces where you can exhibit your work. You will work alongside professional artists, gain live work experience and engage you in your chosen field.
  • Our design studies courses are ranked in the top 5 in the UK for overall positivity and learning opportunities. (National Student Survey, 2023)
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Hear from Design Alumni Saija Wintersun

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What I love about my course is that all the tutors are passionate, friendly and supportive. There are lots of opportunities like working in a design agency with top designers, working on real life briefs and entering competitions.
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Samiya Rahman
BA (Hons) Graphic Design
United Kingdom

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Jobs you can do with an art and design degree

The creative industry makes a significant contribution to the UK economy and new jobs in the industry are on the up. At UCLan, you’ll be in the heart of the UK’s biggest regional advertising sector. As well as being close to creative hubs like Manchester and Liverpool. The UK has the largest games development sector in Europe. Putting you in the perfect place to establish your future career in the creative sector. 

Future careers in art, design and fashion:

Meet the team

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Josh Wright
Lecturer in Games Design
Louise Trasatti
Principal Lecturer
Jason Kearns
Course Leader Interior Design
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Hollie Spade
Lecturer in Fashion Promotion
Andrew Bainbridge
Senior Lecturer
Victoria Lucas
Senior Lecturer
William Titley
Senior Lecturer & Course Leader - MA Fine Art
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Amanda Odlin
Course Leader BA (Hons) Fashion Design
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Dr Carole Hunt
Lecturer | Critical Studies in Fashion and Textiles
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Angie Jones
Senior Lecturer
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Explore Art and Design facilities

When you study here you'll have access to great services, such as the Student Enterprise Hub. The Student Enterprise Hub gives you the unique opportunity to work on live briefs set by a range of companies in the North West and beyond.

You'll also have access to our Propeller service. Here we'll help you start up your own business through one-to-one mentoring, masterclasses and possible access to funding. With creative students three times more likely to start up a business after graduating - this is an excellent way of getting ahead of the game.

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