The University of the Arts London (UAL) is London’s premier art and design university committed to shaping creative industries around the world. UAL’s talented staff and diverse student body from over 130 countries help create a supportive and stimulating learning environment. UAL offers a wide range of courses in the fields of art, communication, fashion, design and performing arts at six prestigious universities. UAL is ranked 2nd in the world for Art & Design in the 2022 QS World University Rankings. UAL students have access to state-of-the-art resources, including gallery spaces, studio theatre, bookbinding workshops, and a well-stocked library and archives. Learning by doing is at the heart of the UAL learning experience. The university places a particular emphasis on improving student employability and offers students many opportunities for external engagement.