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Welcome to our Offer Holder Hub where you’ll find all the supporting information you need to accept your offer at the Royal College of Art for Academic Year 2023/24.
Congratulations on your RCA offer! Every year competition to join the RCA is extremely high. We hope you feel proud of this momentous achievement.
Welcome to the Offer Holder Hub!
Studying at the RCA is the starting point for the world's creative leaders and we can’t wait to welcome you to our vibrant and inspiring community.
The process for accepting your offer is simple and is outlined across two key documents.
Firstly, you’ll have received your Offer Holder Letter which will provide you with both the details and conditions of your offer.
Secondly, you’ll now have access to your Offer Holder Pack where you will find step-by-step instructions on accepting your offer.
Download:
- Offer Holder Pack: Home (PDF) or a plain text version of the pack (.docx)
- Offer Holder Pack: International (PDF) or a plain text version of the pack (.docx)
The steps detailed include:
- Formally accepting your offer
- Paying your deposit to reserve your place
- Uploading your documents
- Input your CAS Information (International students only)
- Pay your fees
- Accept the Terms and Conditions of your offer
Accepting your offer
You will have received your official offer letter by email from the RCA Admissions mailbox and will be titled “Royal College of Art: Offer Notification – 2023 Entry”. Please read the offer carefully before making your decision.
If you have not yet received it, please contact us at admissions@rca.ac.uk
It’s important that you respond to your offer as soon as possible so we can reserve your place. Detailed instructions are in the Offer Holder Pack.
To get started, log into the portal using the username and password you set up when you made your application.
You can access the portal here.
You will be able to see your applications and their current status in the ‘My Applications’ section of the portal. This is where you can respond to your offer.
You can also visit Accepting an offer and enrolling webpage for more information.
Forms to complete
- CAS Number checklist – upload the completed form and supporting documents to the admissions portal
- Fees status questionnaire – email the completed form to admissions@rca.ac.uk
- Confirmation of Previous qualifications – download the document and follow the instructions
Events
We’re really glad you’ve applied to study with us and we hope you choose the Royal College of Art. To help you get started on your journey to the RCA, you’ll be invited to offer holder events in the coming weeks, which is a great opportunity to learn more about your course and meet RCA staff and students.
Below also are some upcoming events that you’re welcome to start attending!
Online Q&A - Student Visas and Immigration
Weekly; next session: 10-11am BST, 6 June 2023
Online via Zoom
Find out more here
Campus Tours
Monthly; next session: from 10:00 BST, 2 June 2023
In person: RCA campuses
Find out more here
What is Design?: Design in the 21st century
31 May 2023, 9-10pm BST
Online
Find out more here
Onboarding event: Design Products MA
5 June 2023, 2-3.30pm BST
Online via Zoom
Find out more here
The Power of Collaboration: Responding to the challenges of an uncertain world
13 June 2023, 5pm – 6pm BST
Online
Find out more here
Meet the RCA at Annecy Animation Festival (Festival ticket-holders only)
13-16 June 2023
Annecy International Animation Film Market (MIFA), L’Impérial Palace, Allée de l’Impérial, 74000 Annecy, France
Find out more here
Highway Mindway: A collaboration between RCA & Prague’s Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design
Until 30 June 2023, 10am – 5pm BST
In person: 30 Kensington Palace Gardens, London, W8 4QY
Find out more here
You can find a full list of RCA exhibitions, symposia, talks and events here.
Scholarships and funding
All RCA offer holders are able to make an application for a Scholarship or Bursary by logging into our portal – called PebblePad. This is the same portal applicants used to apply to RCA.
Applicants will not be required to input their personal details again, as we now have this on file from their College application.
The Funding & Scholarship Team will send a dedicated email to all offer holders with the link to access the application.
Find out more information about RCA scholarships and awards on offer as well as detailed guidance on how to apply for a scholarship.
Getting ready to come to the UK
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It’s important that everything is ready for your arrival.
We’ve put together an essential checklist of things you’ll need to consider here, along with lots of useful information about your arrival in the UK.
The RCA subscribes to the fantastic University of London Housing Services (UoLHS), an expert organisation that supports students with all matters concerned with accommodation.
Simply register here so you can access all their services and events.
Upcoming events
Online Q&A - Accommodation and Living in London
14 June 2023, 4-5pm BST
Online via Zoom
Find out more here
Online 1:1 Sessions - Accommodation Advice
3 July 2023, 1–3pm BST
Online via Zoom
Find out more here
Online 1:1 Sessions - Accommodation Advice
17 July 2023, 1–3pm BST
Online via Zoom
Find out more here
Looking for Accommodation Webinar by UoLHS
18 July 2023, 1–1.45pm BST
Online via Zoom
Find out more here
Online 1:1 Sessions - Accommodation Advice
24 July 2023, 10am-12pm BST
Online via Zoom
Find out more here
Online 1:1 Sessions - Accommodation Advice
31 July 2023, 10am–12pm BST
Online via Zoom
Find out more here
Moving into Accommodation Webinar by UoLHS
17 August 2023, 1–1.45pm BST
Online via Zoom
Find out more here
Contact student-support@rca.ac.uk if you need help at any stage.
Frequently asked questions
Will I need to do any preparation ahead of starting my programme?
Programme staff will be in touch during the summer to let you know more about any pre-arrival tasks and reading lists.
Where can I find information about getting ready to start study?
From the end of April, our admissions team will be in touch to let you know about how to access to Moodle – our centralised platform for everything you’ll need during your time at the RCA. It will help you with college-wide information, such as accessing Student Support and RCA services. As you wait to begin your studies, you will be able to access our Orientation Course – a ‘one-stop shop’ for the information you will need to get going at the RCA.
Will there be any Welcome Events for offer holders?
Our Student Support and Students’ Union teams will host a series of Welcome events in the week before and during your first couple of weeks with us. Keep an eye on your inbox for emails from our Recruitment team during August. Once you are enrolled – the RCA intranet will be the place to go to find out more about our Welcome Week events for new students.
I have a problem with my Visa application, who can I contact for help?
If you have received a refusal after a student visa application, you must inform the Student Support team and the Admissions team as soon as possible. Please send a scan of your entire refusal notice paperwork to Admissions and Student Support Office, and individuals in the teams will help you through the next steps.
Email us at student-support@rca.ac.uk
When does enrolment take place?
The final stage to becoming a student at the RCA is enrolling through a process called Enrolment.
Once you have met the tuition fee payment conditions of your invoice and you have uploaded evidence of your Student Visa (if applicable), the Registry Team will check that everything is in order.
If we have everything we need, we will update your enrolment status and confirm to you by email that you have successfully enrolled on your programme.
If we still need some information from you or your fee payment has not been arranged, you may not be able to be enrolled and may only be temporarily enrolled until further notice. The Registry Team will advise you accordingly.
For more information about enrolment, visit Accepting an offer and enrolling.
How do I get in touch if I have questions?
If you're an international student, the best way to reach us is by contacting international@rca.ac.uk, or calling +44 (0)20 7590 4537. We are also reachable by Whatsapp: +44 07789 562 134
If you are a UK Home/ EU student, email admissions@rca.ac.uk
What if I have to cancel after accepting the offer?
Complete theRCA cancellation form and email it to admissions@rca.ac.uk
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If you're an international student, the best way to reach us is by contacting international@rca.ac.uk, or calling +44 (0)20 7590 4537. We are also reachable by Whatsapp: +44 07789 562 134
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