At Cardiff School of Art & Design, our undergraduate degrees open the door to every sector – from start-ups to global brands, tech companies to landmark cultural institutions, healthcare to entertainment.
With over 150 years’ experience, we combine expert-led studio practice with a pioneering curriculum that connects directly with industry demands, preparing you for 21st century working and living. In a world that needs bold ideas and fresh perspectives, a degree from Cardiff School of Art & Design is your first step towards a career that’s as ambitious and imaginative as you are.
Cardiff School of Art & Design is home to an expansive range of workshops, technical facilities and equipment to help you realise your creativity – no matter what form it takes.
You will not be charged a studio fee and will be provided with all the essential materials that you need to learn the processes that your course requires. Plus, Cardiff Met is an Adobe® Creative Campus and CSAD students have access to the full Adobe® Creative Cloud at no additional cost.
Cardiff School of Art & Design is home to an expansive range of workshops, technical facilities and equipment to help you realise your creativity – no matter what form it takes.
You will not be charged a studio fee and will be provided with all the essential materials that you need to learn the processes that your course requires. Plus, Cardiff Met is an Adobe® Creative Campus and CSAD students have access to the full Adobe® Creative Cloud at no additional cost.
Cardiff School of Art & Design is home to an expansive range of workshops, technical facilities and equipment to help you realise your creativity – no matter what form it takes.
You will not be charged a studio fee and will be provided with all the essential materials that you need to learn the processes that your course requires. Plus, Cardiff Met is an Adobe® Creative Campus and CSAD students have access to the full Adobe® Creative Cloud at no additional cost.
Cardiff School of Art & Design is home to an expansive range of workshops, technical facilities and equipment to help you realise your creativity – no matter what form it takes.
You will not be charged a studio fee and will be provided with all the essential materials that you need to learn the processes that your course requires. Plus, Cardiff Met is an Adobe® Creative Campus and CSAD students have access to the full Adobe® Creative Cloud at no additional cost.
Cardiff School of Art & Design is home to an expansive range of workshops, technical facilities and equipment to help you realise your creativity – no matter what form it takes.
You will not be charged a studio fee and will be provided with all the essential materials that you need to learn the processes that your course requires. Plus, Cardiff Met is an Adobe® Creative Campus and CSAD students have access to the full Adobe® Creative Cloud at no additional cost.
Cardiff School of Art & Design is home to an expansive range of workshops, technical facilities and equipment to help you realise your creativity – no matter what form it takes.
You will not be charged a studio fee and will be provided with all the essential materials that you need to learn the processes that your course requires. Plus, Cardiff Met is an Adobe® Creative Campus and CSAD students have access to the full Adobe® Creative Cloud at no additional cost.
Your degree is built upon a pioneering interdisciplinary curriculum, designed to broaden your horizons and build a collaborative mindset.
You’ll develop your skills, tackle authentic briefs with industry professionals, and solve genuine challenges facing businesses, communities and wider society. You’ll learn how to navigate complex challenges like rapid technological change and shifting cultural values, and develop your understanding of new ideas, historical theories and societal contexts.
Your degree is built upon a pioneering interdisciplinary curriculum, designed to broaden your horizons and build a collaborative mindset.
You’ll develop your skills, tackle authentic briefs with industry professionals, and solve genuine challenges facing businesses, communities and wider society. You’ll learn how to navigate complex challenges like rapid technological change and shifting cultural values, and develop your understanding of new ideas, historical theories and societal contexts.
Your degree is built upon a pioneering interdisciplinary curriculum, designed to broaden your horizons and build a collaborative mindset.
You’ll develop your skills, tackle authentic briefs with industry professionals, and solve genuine challenges facing businesses, communities and wider society. You’ll learn how to navigate complex challenges like rapid technological change and shifting cultural values, and develop your understanding of new ideas, historical theories and societal contexts.
Your degree is built upon a pioneering interdisciplinary curriculum, designed to broaden your horizons and build a collaborative mindset.
You’ll develop your skills, tackle authentic briefs with industry professionals, and solve genuine challenges facing businesses, communities and wider society. You’ll learn how to navigate complex challenges like rapid technological change and shifting cultural values, and develop your understanding of new ideas, historical theories and societal contexts.
Studying at Cardiff Met was the beginning of a seriously successful career. Now a full-time painter, Josh shares his advice on making the most of your time here.
Industry experience from day one. Watch our students work with Aston Martin on a brief to design interiors for the luxury car manufacturer.
Did you know you could complete a placement year as part of your degree? BSc Product Design student Seren did exactly that and encourages others to do the same.
You’ll work across disciplines on projects to build your professional skills. Watch our students tackle a 24-hour challenge with industry-leader IG Design Group.
Thanks to start-up funding, business advice, and networking opportunities available through Cardiff Met, Emily made the most of it and started a luxury homeware brand.
Fancy studying abroad? With support from our Global Opportunities team, BA Fine Art student Mabli had an unforgettable adventure as a camp counsellor at a US arts summer camp.
Applying to CSAD
At Cardiff School of Art & Design we typically offer places based on a portfolio, because we know it’s about more than just exam results. We want to get to you know you as a person, and an artist, designer, or maker.
Seeing your portfolio helps us to make sure that our innovative curriculum and supportive community is the right fit for you. We’re looking for signs that you’re enthusiastic and curious, alongside your skill and potential as a creative thinker.
Please note: not all accreditations and professional memberships apply to all courses listed below. Please visit individual course pages for more information.
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