Communities Awards Wrapped 2025

Moving out? Here's how to get your deposit back

Make your move-out stress free.

Officer Annual Wrap-Ups 2024 - 2025

As we approach the new academic year, we caught up with your 2024 - 2025 Officers to give a glimpse into the life of a Sabb and the work they've done this year.

Not Just Advice: Behind the Scenes

Our independent advice team offers advice on a huge range of issues, but here's your chance to get a sneak peek at what else they're up to!

Meet Your Winners: Arts Awards 2025

After a truly incredible evening at the LVMH Lecture Theatre at Central Saint Martins, we’re so pleased to officially unveil the full list of winners at Arts Awards 2025!

Beware: Unofficial ‘UAL Freshers 2025’ Events

We are aware that there are a number of unofficial ‘UAL Freshers 2025’ ticketed events, wristbands, and groups currently circulating.

Arts SU Releases Craft Your Future Report

Arts Students' Union (Arts SU) are pleased to announce the release of its latest report, Craft Your Future.

Officer Statement – Supreme Court Ruling & Office for Students fine of Sussex University

Arts Students’ Union’s Sabbatical Officer team have released a statement on the recent Supreme Court ruling and the Office for Students fine handed to Sussex University.

We're Going on the Road!

Come and meet your Advice team this May.

Gathering

'GATHERING', hosted by Arts SU, opens on Wednesday 7th May at the Bomb Factory in Holborn!

Staying Safe in London

It’s no secret that London can be a crime hotspot. There's a few things you can do to help minimise your risk of becoming a victim of crime.

Arts SU wins ACUI Joseph H. Benedict Jr. Social Change Award for Racial Justice

Arts SU has been awarded for its work around Black History Month in this year's ACUI 2025 Conference.

The Cass Art Prize 2025

Name Your Price: Report Now Live

Arts SU are delighted to announce the publication of Name Your Price: a report reviewing the cost of study at UAL.

Student Governor Statement on the VC Recruitment Process

Arts SU Calls for Stronger Protections for Creative Students in Response to UAL Event on AI

The Elected Student Officer Team at Arts Students' Union (Arts SU) expresses concerns over the upcoming event, "The Work of Art in the Age of Serial Generation," for the Tony Blair Institute which will take place on Wednesday, 2nd April, at UAL’s Chelsea College of Art.

Your Accommodation Search - 2025/26

It’s that time again. We’re nearing the end of the academic year, and you might be thinking about moving out of your current accommodation and wondering when to start the search for a new place.

Gender Affirming Care Fund

Varsity Winners 2025!

Art or Algorithm

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the creative industries, but what does this mean for the next generation of artists, designers, and media professionals?

Palentines Success!

Roses are red, violets are blue...

Arts SU Elections 2025: All the Winners

Find out who was elected in this year's Elections

MEET YOUR CANDIDATES - SPRING ELECTIONS 2025

It's time to find out who wants to represent you for the 2025-2026 academic year!

National Transport Strategy: Our Response

We represented your views to the Department for Transport in their consultation on an integrated national transport strategy.

UAL Terms Glossary

Your handy guide to some of the terms and words you might hear at UAL.

Welcome Back!

We’ve got a list of tips and resources to help you navigate your new year at UAL, and a reminder of what’s on offer at Arts SU.

You're Invited to Palentine's Day 2025!

It's the best time of year... better known as Palentine's Day!

Extenuating Circumstances 101

Welcome back to the Arts SU Advice classroom!

Arts SU Launches 2024 Studios and Workshops Report

Arts SU has launched its 2024 report into the availability and accessibility of UAL's studio and workshop spaces.

That’s a Wrap! Arts SU Advice Team Term 1 Overview

Your Advice team have been busy this term!

Upcoming Student Exhibitions

We're excited to present our upcoming student exhibition programme! Experience new work by UAL students across the colleges through intimate private views in our student-curated spaces.

Made in Arts London is Changing...

Find out how and why we reviewed Made in Arts London and what's happening next!

Your Wellbeing this Winter

The festive season is just around the corner and your Arts SU Advice Team is here with some tips and resources to help you make the most out of your winter break!

Attendance Withdrawals: The Info You Need

All the info you'll need about attendance withdrawals, rounded up in one place.

Arts SU Submits Evidence for Renters' Rights Bill

Arts SU has responded to the Parliamentary call for evidence for the Renters' Rights Bill, on behalf of our students.

Attendance Withdrawal

The Advice Team have all the information on what to do if you receive an Intention to Withdrawal email.

Meet Your Winners: Arts SU By-Elections 2024

Meet Your Candidates: Arts SU By-Elections 2024

We're delighted to reveal the full list of candidates for election in our By-Elections!

London Student Oyster Card Issues

A reported IT issue has resulted in many of Transport for London (TfL)’s Oyster card operations to fail and remain offline since early September.

The Student discounted Oyster card (also known as 18+ Oyster cards) is included in those impacted, which usually provides a 30% discount on London travel to any student studying at a London based college or university.

Your New Exclusive Opportunity

Access to a brand new UAL community, built on your rewards and feedback. Become a Research Insider today.

Update: Israel-Palestine-Lebanon

Arts SU: NUS Call for Evidence on Guarantors

Arts SU has responded to the National Union of Students (NUS)'s call for evidence on the impact of guarantors on student renting.

Housing Scams: The Latest

Get the latest information on housing scams that affect students, along with some tips on how to stay safe.

And Just Like That...

Another academic year is in full swing! But not without welcoming you with a series of free mixers.

ARTS SU x DESIGNERS DISPATCH

In the intricate world of art and design education, where creativity intertwines with challenges, I often found myself treading an uncharted path as a COVID student, with many uncertainties, a lot of isolation and a deep need for connection. It was during these turbulent times that the idea of ‘Designers Dispatch’ began to take shape - a project born out of a desire to create a communal space for shared experiences.

New Student Media Libraries!

Your UAL Journey Starts Now

Your SU is the place to be this September!

Welcome to UAL!

It's officially results day - welcome to all of our new students! We've got a declassified guide to help you make the most of your time at uni.

Statement: Far-Right Riots in the UK

We condemn the atrocious far right violent riots that have taken place the past week.  We do not condone any acts of racism, Islamophobia and Xenophobia. We stand in solidarity with our student community during this time.

Support Available for UAL Students

Following the recent unrest across parts of the UK, Arts Students’ Union is here to support you and we stand against any form of violence or hate crime.

2023 - 2024 Officer Wrap Ups!

As we enter the new academic year, we caught up with each of the 2023 - 2024 Sabbatical Officers to review their year in office.

A night of Awards and Farewells at OXO Tower!

We gathered to celebrate the amazing work of our sports clubs and societies in the stunning OXO Tower!

Results Day and Summer Break – What are my next steps?

You might be planning for the summer break, but don't get caught out!

Ending your Tenancy Early

Council Tax

Moving Out

Landlords and Tenants

Tenant Security Deposits

Rent & Fees

Disrepair & Property Condition

19 Students Awarded Degree Show Funds

Sabbatical Officers at Arts SU have awarded 19 students from across University of the Arts London (UAL) with degree show funds that focus on sustainability!

Emo-Tech: Emotional Technology with Arduino Online Workshop

Explore the world of emo-tech and Arduino with Cécile Barouk!

Made in Arts London at the Affordable Art Fair: How’d it go?

We invited London College of Communication journalism student, Jamie Davies, to visit Affordable Art Fair and asked him for his take…

Upcoming exhibition RENTERS! is making noise about London’s private rental market

Bringing together UAL students and recent graduates, RENTERS! brings to life the research carried out in Arts SU’s Private Renters Report.

Arts Awards 2024: Your Winners

See all the winners at this year's Arts Awards.

Coping with Crime at UAL

Like all major cities, living in London means you might experience crime.

Your Access to Studios: Update

Hear from CCW Officer Lexa about the latest updates to our work on your access to studio and workshop spaces across UAL.

Arts Awards 2024: The Official Shortlist

Discover all the incredible people across the UAL community who've been shortlisted for an award at Arts Awards 2024!

The Cass Art Prize 2024 submissions close soon! Here’s everything you need to know

With the 20th May deadline coming up, here's all you need to know about The Cass Art Prize 2024!

Arts SU Launches Commuting Report

Arts Students' Union today launches our groundbreaking report of our research into the experiences of students who commute at University of the Arts London.

Lexa's Monthly Updates: February and March 2024

Hear the latest from your CCW Officer Lexa!

National Union of Students launches their General Elections manifesto

The 'Manifesto for our Future' launched at the House of Commons, outlining student demands for the future government.

Arts SU present evidence at Parliament

LCC Officer Sophia Nasif sat on the student housing crisis panel in Parliament.

UAL agrees to work towards a Guarantor Scheme

Arts SU Elections: Question Time

Each year we put a set of questions to your candidates running in the Arts SU Elections.

Arts SU Elections: Meet Your Candidates

Here are your candidates standing for your vote in the Arts SU Elections 24/25!

Arts SU Hands Out Two Bursaries to LGBTQIA+ Artists

We teamed up with Cass Art to award Material Bursaries to two artists featured in our LGBTQIA+ History Month exhibition!

Updates from Your LCF Officer (Term 2)

Hear from Katwamba Mutale, your LCF Officer, about what he's been up to this term!

Winter Wellbeing Support

Your wellbeing should always be a top priority, but this isn’t always easy, especially with the various challenges the holiday period can present. It’s not always sunshine and rainbows and that’s okay!

Arts Students' Union Shares Private Renters Report

Arts Students' Union's groundbreaking research into the experiences of students at University of the Arts London (UAL) in the private rental sector releases today.

Updates from Your LCF Officer (Term 1)

Hear from Katwamba Mutale, your LCF Officer, about what he's been up to this term!

Academic Misconduct and How to Avoid It

Deadline season is upon us, but your Advice team are here to help you avoid Academic Misconduct!

Arts SU x CCI Creative Symposium

Go behind the scenes of the Arts SU X CCI symposium: a day exploring the work and ideas of students at the Creative Computing Institute.

Introducing: Buddy Up Channels!

Our brand new initiative is an exciting expansion of our Buddy Up programme.

Meet the 2023 Made in Arts London Catalogue Designer!

We caught up with Bhairavi Yogasivam, the designer of this year's Made in Arts London catalogue.

Sabbatical Officer Statement: UCU Strikes, September 2023

Our Officers have prepared a statement regarding the current UCU strikes.

Meet the 2023 Made in Arts London Selection Panel!

Get to know the selection panel for this year's new additions to the Made in Arts London cohort, ahead of the debut of 'The Space Between' - our new collection!

Conversations with Students Research

Our first 'Conversations with Students' research at Arts Students' Union is complete!

Appeals Guide 101 (Lesson 2): How to Complete an Appeal

We get into the meat of how to do this whole Appeals thing.

Appeals Guide 101

It's Appeals season, so we've compiled a 101 guide to as an introduction to the topic of Appeals.

Officer Statement on UCU Marking & Assessment Boycott

Your 2022/23 elected Sabbatical Officer team's statement on University and College Union (UCU)'s Marking & Assessment Boycott.

Arts Awards 2023: Your Winners

Find the shortlists and winners of all of this year's awards ceremony!

CSM Students Awarded Sustainable Degree Show Bursaries

Our CSM Officer Minna Ellis has worked with Central Saint Martins to deliver 10 bursaries to CSM students to support sustainable degree show pieces!

Looking for accommodation

Accommodation Contracts

Health, Wellbeing and Support for Study

The Health, Wellbeing and Support for Study Policy sets out how the University may respond to instances where there is serious cause for concern about a student’s health or wellbeing or where a student's health, wellbeing and/or behaviour are having a detrimental impact on their ability to progress academically and function effectively at the University.

Disciplinary & Student Code of Conduct

The student disciplinary process is used when UAL feel that a student has fallen short of the standard of behaviour set out in the student conduct policy. We can support you if you are asked to a meeting to discuss your behaviour, explaining the process and potential outcomes.

Big Question Winners!

The Results are in!

After an intense week of campaigning, we are excited to finally announce who has won in this year's Spring Elections!

Press Release: Arts SU Awarded 'We Invest in People' Accreditation

Arts SU have been awarded the Investors in People's 'We Invest in People' accreditation.

Officer Update: Cost of Living Crisis Support

Arts SU's Cost of Living Report: Now Live

Following huge student feedback in our survey, our Cost of Living report is now available.

Arts SU Policy Digest: October 2022

Read about policy news and updates this month.

Black History Month Support

Resources for any student who needs support during BHM and beyond

Xhibit 2023; meet the selection panel - Minna Ellis

Officer Statement: Met Police Safety Workshops at UAL

We are deeply disappointed that UAL have invited the Metropolitan Police Service onto our campuses, and we strongly oppose their presence. Read our full statement.

Xhibit 2023: meet the selection panel - Tim A Shaw

Over the next few weeks, we'll be taking the time to meet our 2023 Xhibit panel.

Sports and Societies Memberships: Now Free!

Great news: thanks to funding from UAL, sports and societies memberships are free!

Arts SU Policy Digest: September 2022

UAL, Higher Education, and Politics policy updates from Arts SU for September 2022.

Officer Tips: Health

This guide is to inform students of services outside of University that they can access. Some are UK-wide and some are specific to London.

Officer Tips: Outdoor Spaces

London is, of course, a huge city, but there are still many wonderful green spaces/ river walks that are easily accessible. You won’t need a car to feel like you’re out of the city!

Officer Tips: Cultural Spots

London is famous for its art and music scene. The following guide covers some tips on discounts to access these spaces for lower costs and some options for galleries and museums, cinemas, theatres and live music.

Officer Tips: Transport

As a UAL student you will likely be spending several hours a week travelling and more so if you are a commuter student. It is not advised for students to drive around London for money, practical and climate issues.

Welcome Week 2022: A London Guide

Below we’ve gathered some of the best student events in London that’ll blow your mind, help you make a friend or two, and leave you with memories that’ll put a smile on your face when you think back to them!

Officer Statement: Queen Elizabeth

Officer Statement: Roe v. Wade

In light of the overturning of Roe vs Wade in the United States, we want to make clear that we are strongly against this decision, and will support any student who may be affected by it.

Welcome 2022

We're excited to put on some great evening events and of course, the Welcome Fair once again this year!

Graduation Prints 2022

To celebrate this year’s graduation shows, we commissioned two student artists to create a celebratory piece of artwork to mark the occasion. Shop the pieces today!

The Net Gallery scans Xhibit 2022

We are pleased to announce for 2022 that Arts SU have collaborated with The Net Gallery to provide an exclusive 3D virtual scan of the exhibition.

Professor David Crow: our condolences

UAL-UCU Boycott Update

We are pleased to announce that UAL-UCU has agreed to end the Marking and Assessment Boycott after constructive talks with UAL, as announced in a joint statement to staff.

UCU Marking Boycott

UCU acknowledges that the current arrangement of Higher Education will have negative consequences for students, and wants to work with students in applying pressure to management to ensure that we can work together to resolve UCU’s dispute as swiftly as possible.

Introduction to Blender with Cécile Barouk

A write-up of our student initiated workshop as part of our Art + Tech series programmed by the Arts Programme team. This workshop was a collaboration with UAL's Creative Computing Institute.

Arts SU Responds to HE Reforms Consultation

We've addressed and responded to the government consultation on higher education reforms and hope that our comments to the consultation are taken into consideration.

Xhibit Professional Development Day 2022

The Xhibit Professional Development Day aims to bring together a collective of industry professionals to discuss their practice, troubleshoot and answer questions from students. Programmed as a response to requests made by Xhibit selected artists - the day utilises the students as a unique focus group to locate subjects, themes and ideas of relevance.

Sports Clubs End of Season Roundup

Campaigns Round Up: Term 2

It’s official – we’ve made it to the end of Term 2, and the sun has come out to celebrate!

Varsity Victory

UAL win the Arts Cup 2022 against Goldsmith's at the #ReturnOfTheGames!

Leadership Elections: The Results

After a week of campaigning for your votes, we were pleased to announce the winners of this year's Leadership Elections!

Metro Imaging Mentorship Experience

We caught up with Rosie Haynes, a 2020 Central Saint Martins graduate to hear about her experiences of the mentorship with Metro Imaging’s Creative Director Steve Macleod.

Ukraine Conflict

Arts SU are saddened by the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. We recognise that this situation may affect many in our community of students in different ways.

Xhibit 2022 artists announced

Arts SU is proud to announce the 2022 selection for Xhibit, our annual open call exhibition!

Arts Awards 2022

Crits and Inclusive Learning at UAL

The Big Question

Share your thoughts on your student experience and you could win one of our 5 levels of prizes!

Increase in Spiking Incidents in London

As your Students’ Union we wanted to reiterate that student welfare and safety is of the utmost importance to us and we aim to support you to have the best experiences at university, but also to ensure you feel safe and supported if things do go wrong.

Blueprint Bar

That's right, on Tuesdays and Fridays, our Blueprint Café is becoming a Bar!

Sarah Everard

Trigger Warning: Harassment & Death

Black History Month 2021

Through Black History Month and “Looking Forward”, we celebrate the culture, creativity and resilience of our Black students. Click to find out more on how you can get involved in our exhibitions and events as well our all-year-round work and student-led initiatives.

Creative Education Cuts Statement

"We firmly believe that creative arts education should not only be accessible to the elite class."

Officer Legacy: Yasmeen

Our outgoing Campaigns Officer, Yasmeen, shares the highlights of her year in office.

Officer Legacy: Eleanor

Our outgoing Activities Officer, Eleanor, shares the highlights of their year in office.

Officer Legacy: Dylan

Our outgoing Education Officer, Dylan, shares the highlights of his year in office.

Officer Legacy: Pinky

Our outgoing Welfare Officer, Pinky, shares the highlights of her year in office.

We Stand Proudly with Palestine (Statement from 2020/21 Officer Team)

Arts SU stands in solidarity with Palestinian communities and condemns the violence carried out by the state of Israel.

An insight from a Student Arts Programmer at Arts SU

UAL's Race Equality Charter

This time of year, we see so many surveys, and we feel you - it is exhausting! BUT, this is one you should not let slide by!

Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim Community at UAL!

We want to make sure our Muslim students feel supported during this holy month. In this article, you can find some information and resources which we hope will help students participating in Ramadan during this time.

Hate Speech is not Free Speech

If discrimination is #NEVEROK, UAL should demonstrate this instead of hiding behind performative activism and hashtags.

LGBTQ+ History Month 2021

Join Arts SU in celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month! We are committed to making sure that your experience at UAL as and LGBTQIA+ person is the best it can be, and to help our allies understand why we do this every year. You can find out more here. Around this year's theme of ‘Body, Mind, Spirit’, throughout February we will offer you a series of talks, workshops, artist showcases, and opportunities to have your voices heard and your work seen and celebrated.

Democracy Review

This year, we are conducting a review of our democratic processes to find out what you want democracy at Arts SU to look like, and to make it easier for you to get involved with our projects.

Annual Members Meeting 2020

All UAL students are invited to our Annual Members Meeting on the Monday 30th November, 4-5.30pm. Register your attendance now.

Creative Manifesto