Students' Union

The SU is a hub of activity. We organise events that offer an opportunity for students to get to know each other and to argue, agree, debate, dance, imagine and relax with those from different courses.

The ArtBar is a vibrant, experimental, enticing place where students can meet for a conversation, a group collaboration or simply to party. We invite, encourage and expect contributions and ideas from students to foster a sense of belonging.

We aim to be welcoming, generous, innovative and free-speaking. We work to ensure that you get the best out of your time at the College.

The SU plays a vital role in providing an essential link between staff and students. The Union consists of 2 elected sabbatical officers and 7 members of staff.

Sabbatical Officers are elected from the student body in the spring term and take up their posts the following academic year. They create the bridge between students and governing committees, such as Senate, Council, Academic Standards and EDI (to name but a few) and meet regularly with the Vice Chancellor and the Senior Management Team.

The SU has elected student reps on each programme who represent their courses views/issues. Student Union Assemblies are a decision-making arena where students bring concerns to the attention of the Sabbatical Officers and staff members.

Alongside student representation, the SU provide the infrastructure for a number of existing clubs and societies, as well as the opportunity to start new ones. The SU also facilitates the highly anticipated and successful non-academic shows.

The Student Union office is located in our Kensington campus (Second Floor, Frayling Building. We are open 10am to 5pm (Mondays – Friday), and we look forward to meeting you. You can email us at students-union@rca.ac.uk

For more information visit the RCA Students' Union website, or follow them on Instagram.