SELF. MADE.
where Creativity Meets Real Industry Experience
At LCCA, your creativity comes first. You can study fashion design, graphic design, computer games design, business, or hospitality management on courses built around real industry experience. You’ll take on live briefs, collaborate with professionals, and work on practical projects that build your skills, portfolio and industry connections. Based in London, we prepare you to launch your career in the creative industries and beyond.
THELCCAEXPERIENCE
Based in central London, LCCA connects you with expert tutors and real industry opportunities.
CREATIVE COMMERCIAL
COURSES
Our courses are designed to help you thrive creatively and commercially, combining practical skills with real-world projects that prepare you for industry.
EMPOWERING
FLEXIBILITY
With flexible study options, you can balance your course with work or projects while building your creative future as you learn.
INDUSTRY
LECTURERS
Our lecturers and tutors are active professionals as well as academics, bringing you up-to-date skills, knowledge and insight from the industries you want to join.
INDUSTRY
LINKS
You’ll benefit from strong industry links and a wide professional network, giving you the chance to gain experience, build contacts, and boost your career opportunities.
STUDENT
MINDSET
You’ll join a community of driven, creative students. Many go on to collaborate, launch ventures together and even find their future business partners here.
CREATIVE COMMERCIAL
COURSES
Our courses are designed to help you succeed in both the creative and commercial sides of industry, giving you the skills to thrive in real-world careers.
LCCA Fest 2026
Something exceptional is coming to Soho, and you’re invited! Join us on the 18th of September at the Vinyl Factory…
18th September 2026
11:00
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Learn more about what sets LCCA apart as a home for creative education.
INDUSTRY
At LCCA, we prepare you for industry through real experiences, from live projects and placements to company visits and guest speakers. These are just some of the organisations our students have worked with:
OUR CAMPUSes
Our campuses in Aldgate and Tower Hill place you at the centre of London’s creative scene. Surrounded by culture and industry, you’ll have access to specialist facilities and inspiring spaces. From fashion studios and exhibition spaces to design rooms and gaming labs, everything here is designed to let your ideas thrive.
TRENDING ARTICLES & NEWS
How to Create a Fashion Portfolio
A fashion portfolio is one of the best ways to showcase your creativity, technical skills and design process. Whether you’re applying to university, preparing for industry opportunities or simply developing your work, a well-curated portfolio helps others understand your vision and how you work as a designer. In this guide, we’ll cover what to include, […]
Meet Advocate: LCCA’s new, simpler way for students to get support
We’re introducing Advocate, our new online student query system that makes it easier to get in touch with Student Services and find the support you need. Available directly through Canvas, LCCA’s online learning platform, Advocate is your go-to place for all questions, requests and support enquiries, helping to get your query to the right person without […]
LCCA alumna Mary Martin wins Creative Fashion Icon of the Year Award
LCCA Fashion and Textiles alumna Mary Martin has been recognised with the Creative Fashion Icon of the Year Award at the 16th African Achievers Awards . The award recognises Mary’s outstanding contribution to the fashion industry and her lasting impact as a creative whose work champions culture, identity and African heritage on the global stage. Reflecting […]
LCCA teams up with StyleGaze AI to support the next generation of fashion talent
We’re excited to announce our first technology partnership with StyleGaze AI, the AI-powered fashion forecasting platform that’s helping shape the future of the fashion industry. As artificial intelligence becomes an increasingly important part of fashion, we’re making sure emerging fashion talent have the opportunity to explore the technologies they’ll encounter in industry. Through the partnership, […]
Just My Type 2 exhibition showcases Graphic Design talent at LCCA
Our Graphic Design students recently took over The Garage at our Sceptre Court campus for the return of the Just My Type exhibition, showcasing the creativity, ideas and design skills they’ve developed throughout their studies. The exhibition brought together a wide range of typography-led projects, each reflecting months of research, experimentation and creative exploration. Featuring […]
LCCA joins forces with BAFTA Games in new partnership
We’re excited to share that LCCA has officially partnered with BAFTA Games, giving students on our Computer Games degrees access to even more opportunities to connect with the games industry while they study. As a Supporting Partner to BAFTA Games in 2026, LCCA students will be able to attend experiences including the BAFTA Games Awards, […]
LCCA Fashion Media and Promotion Students Bring Lazy Oaf Live Brief to Life
Students from LCCA’s BA (Hons) Fashion Media and Promotion course recently showcased their creativity and strategic thinking through a live industry brief with fashion brand Lazy Oaf. Working from the L’Oaf Bakery brief, student teams were challenged to develop an original fashion film alongside a digital marketing strategy, bringing the collection’s narrative to life while […]
LCCA Celebrates the Next Generation of Fashion Talent at 2026 Graduate Fashion Showcase
London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) proudly celebrated the creativity and talent of its graduating BA (Hons) Fashion Design students at this year’s Graduate Fashion Showcase, held on Wednesday 22 July 2026. The showcase brought together a bold and diverse collection of experimental concepts, powerful storytelling, striking silhouettes and innovative design. Showcasing the individuality and […]
LCCA Celebrates Year-on-Year Improvement in the National Student Survey 2026
The London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) is proud to announce its National Student Survey (NSS) 2026 results, celebrating significant year-on-year improvements across all 10 survey themes. The results reflect the continued commitment of our academic teams, student support colleagues and professional services staff to enhancing every aspect of the student experience. This year’s results […]
LCCA Graphic Design students make their debut at New Designers
Our Graphic Design students recently took their work to New Designers, the UK’s leading exhibition for emerging design talent, marking LCCA’s debut at the prestigious event. Held at London’s Business Design Centre, the exhibition gave our students the chance to showcase their work alongside some of the country’s most exciting emerging creatives and put their […]