Qualifications
UAL Awarding Body offers qualifications in Art and Design, Fashion Business and Retail, Creative Media Production and Technology, Music Performance and Production, and Performing and Production Arts.
We work with tutors, students and creative industry professionals to create outstanding qualifications - helping students progress to higher education or employment. Our qualifications are designed with education and industry partners, so they provide students with the latest knowledge and skills.
UAL Awarding Body qualifications have high retention and achievement rates, and providers who work with us can benefit from:
- Empowering qualifications that inspire educators
- Adaptable qualifications that help students reach their potential
- Access to our free events programme to help you make the most of our partnership
We are also the UK's leading provider of the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design.
Explore our qualifications and visit our Work with us page to find out how you can deliver them at your institution.
Find out more
Our Qualifications Guide (PDF 1.8MB) shows the full range of UAL Awarding Body qualifications available and their progression routes.
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We are regulated by Ofqual, Qualification Wales and CCEA Regulation.
Funding Summary
Please access our Funding Summary Document for information on our qualifications funding strains including 16-19 and 19+ funding, and which qualifications are available in Wales and Northern Ireland.
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'Going Beyond What You See' by Georgia Convy, Leeds Arts University
New - Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication
Find out more about the new UAL Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication - qualifications for post-16 students looking to pursue a specialist career in the creative industries.
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Artwork by Louise Taylor, Leeds Arts University
New - Visual Arts
Find out more about the new UAL Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Visual Arts - a smaller sized qualification for post-16 learners interested in pursuing the visual arts.
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'Index of Matter' by Maya Edwards, Leeds Arts University
Art and Design
Read more about our Art and Design qualifications - providing students with an exciting start to their artistic careers.
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Henrik Bie shooting in the Studio, Case Study
Creative Media Production and Technology
Future-proof, engaging and developed with industry professionals - find out more about our Creative Media Production and Technology qualifications.
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Performing and Production Arts
Browse our project-driven and stimulating Performing and Production Arts qualifications.
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Woman singing into microphone
Music Performance and Production
Our Music Performance and Production qualifications prepare students for further progression. Learn more about their versatility and industry relevance.
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Fashion Business and Retail
View our suite of immersive, industry-relevant Fashion Business and Retail qualifications.
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London College of Fashion photography studio. Copyright Elaine Perks.
Short Courses
Explore our Printmaking, Drawing and Photography Short Courses - giving students enjoyable and challenging creative experiences.
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Professional Diplomas
Learn about our Professional Diplomas - helping students to progress into Higher Education while providing specialist vocational training.