London College of Contemporary Art

About LCCA

At London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA), students’ creative futures begin here. LCCA maintains strong connections to the worlds of fashion, design, and business, providing opportunities to work on live briefs, participate in industry workshops, and collaborate with renowned brands such as Oh Polly, London Fashion Day, Vivienne Westwood, Double Second, MC Overalls, and Pepe Jeans.

All undergraduate degrees at LCCA are awarded by the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), one of the UK’s leading creative universities. This ensures that graduates receive a qualification recognised worldwide, underpinned by the same standard of teaching that has nurtured alumni including Dame Tracey Emin, Dame Zandra Rhodes, and Nymphia Wind.

LCCA’s courses are designed to help students thrive both creatively and commercially. They combine practical skills with real-world projects, equipping students with the confidence to enter the industry prepared and well-connected. Flexible study options allow learners to balance their courses with work or personal projects while building their creative futures.

LCCA’s lecturers and tutors are active industry professionals as well as academics, bringing the latest knowledge, skills, and insights directly into the classroom. Through strong industry links and an expansive professional network, students gain valuable experience, build contacts, and enhance their career opportunities. Many students go on to collaborate, launch ventures together, and even find future business partners while at LCCA.

With campuses in Tower Hill and Aldgate, LCCA places students in the heart of London’s creative and cultural scene, surrounded by galleries, fashion houses, studios, and endless opportunities to make an impact.

At LCCA, students learn best by doing. All degrees are hands-on, industry-driven, and designed to equip graduates with the practical skills, professional confidence, and creative expertise needed to succeed across both the creative and commercial aspects of their chosen industries.

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Foundation Degree (FdA) Applied Business Management

London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) offers a Foundation Degree (FdA) in Applied Business Management, designed to blend creativity, enterprise, and real-world experience. This programme equips students with the professional skills and academic knowledge needed to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment, with a practical, project-based, and employment-focused approach.

From the outset, students apply concepts directly through hands-on projects addressing real business challenges, including contemporary social, economic, and environmental issues. Continuous development is embedded in the curriculum, allowing students to reflect on their progress, build confidence, and prepare for further study or their careers.

Collaboration is central to the LCCA experience, as students work alongside peers and industry experts to develop strategic thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills highly valued by employers. Graduates leave with the mindset, adaptability, and practical expertise to launch their own ventures or excel in a range of professional business roles.

Upon completion, students can progress to a one-year BA (Hons) top-up degree or enter the workforce, pursuing careers in areas such as hospitality and events marketing, operations, project management, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation.

BA (Hons) Fashion

LCCA’s BA (Hons) Fashion degree enables students to define their personal style and transform creative concepts into impactful collections. The programme combines cultural, economic, and sustainable insights with technical mastery in draping, fabric manipulation, pattern cutting, textile construction, and garment manufacturing.

Students engage with live briefs, portfolio development, and computer-aided design sessions, gaining direct exposure to industry practice. Past collaborations with brands such as Oh Polly have allowed students to explore trend forecasting, sustainability, and brand identity while receiving professional feedback on catwalk presentations.

Collaboration is embedded at every stage of the course, mirroring the realities of the fashion industry. Graduates leave LCCA with a distinctive collection, industry experience, and the confidence to pursue careers as designers, buyers, stylists, textile designers, or visual merchandisers. Students who do not meet entry requirements can begin with LCCA’s Foundation in Design and Creative Business (Level 3) before progressing to the full BA.

BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship

LCCA’s BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship programme develops students’ entrepreneurial mindset while equipping them with strategic and creative business skills. The course emphasizes sustainability, creativity, and innovation, enabling students to identify opportunities, analyse trends, and design responsible and commercially viable solutions.

Students gain practical experience through projects with social, economic, and environmental impact, while developing essential collaboration, leadership, and emotional intelligence skills. Graduates are prepared to launch their own start-ups or pursue careers as brand managers, business analysts, consultants, or marketing managers. Entry through LCCA’s Foundation in Design and Creative Business (Level 3) is available for those not meeting standard requirements.

Foundation Degree (FdA) Hospitality and Event Management

LCCA’s Foundation Degree (FdA) in Hospitality and Event Management combines sustainability, enterprise, and practical experience to prepare students for the global service industry. The programme emphasizes hands-on learning, allowing students to connect theory with real-world projects while continuously developing their skills and confidence.

Collaboration with peers and industry experts is central, enabling students to apply creativity and problem-solving to challenges within hospitality and events. Graduates leave with the practical expertise, professional mindset, and industry connections to pursue careers as event coordinators, hospitality supervisors, venue managers, conference planners, or corporate events specialists. The programme also serves as a pathway to a BA (Hons) top-up degree or further study in business, tourism, or management.

BA (Hons) Computer Games Design

LCCA’s BA (Hons) Computer Games Design programme immerses students in the creation of player-focused game mechanics, levels, and systems. Working in a studio-style environment, students plan, prototype, and develop original games using professional tools such as Unreal Engine 5, UEFN, and Jira.

The programme emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability through live briefs, industry challenges, and competitions. Students also explore emerging technologies, including Metaverse gaming, preparing them for the future of interactive play. Graduates leave with polished portfolios and the practical skills required to succeed in game development.

BA (Hons) Computer Games Art

The BA (Hons) Computer Games Art programme at LCCA focuses on visual storytelling, 3D modelling, and digital sculpting, allowing students to specialise in Games Environment Art or Games Character and Creature Art. Students develop technical expertise with tools such as Maya, ZBrush, Unreal Engine 5, and TIGA Benchmarking standards, participating in live briefs, case studies, and national competitions like Search for a Star and The Rookies.

The course mirrors industry practice, enabling graduates to build professional portfolios, gain real-world experience, and pursue careers as environment artists, character and creature artists, games artists, UI designers, or games testers.

BA (Hons) Hospitality Management and Leadership

LCCA’s BA (Hons) Hospitality Management and Leadership programme prepares students for leadership roles in hotels, restaurants, events, and beyond. The curriculum combines academic learning with hands-on experience, including management reports, field trips, live case studies, and guest lectures.

Students gain expertise in digital marketing, branding, sustainable practices, and event planning while strengthening self-management, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. Graduates leave equipped to lead across the hospitality industry, with career paths including hotel management, event management, HR, restaurant management, and tour and travel management. Students who do not meet standard entry requirements may begin with the Foundation in Design and Creative Business (Level 3).

BA (Hons) Graphic Design

LCCA’s BA (Hons) Graphic Design programme nurtures creativity and professional design skills through visual storytelling, typography, editorial design, branding, motion graphics, and user experience. Students work on live briefs and collaborative projects, developing versatility and building industry-ready portfolios.

Innovation and employability are central to the curriculum, preparing graduates for careers as graphic designers, art directors, UX/UI designers, motion graphic artists, or creative content managers. Students not meeting entry requirements can start with LCCA’s Foundation in Design and Creative Business (Level 3) before progressing to the full BA.

BA (Hons) Fashion Management and Marketing

The BA (Hons) Fashion Management and Marketing programme at LCCA equips students with business knowledge and industry insight to excel in fashion. The curriculum covers buying, merchandising, forecasting, marketing, branding, PR, and management strategy, with a strong emphasis on presentation, pitching, and communication skills.

Students engage with live briefs and projects that address real-world industry challenges, learning from tutors with active professional experience. Graduates leave prepared for careers in marketing management, brand strategy, public relations, event planning, merchandising, and digital fashion marketing. Students not meeting entry requirements may begin with LCCA’s Foundation in Design and Creative Business (Level 3) before progressing to the BA.