MA Creative Writing graduate Catherine Kurtz talks about her debut novel Feast, her feature in The Bookseller, and the path she’s taken since graduation to become a published author.

We spoke to Brenda Keneghan, a conservation consultant in modern materials and West Dean’s Identification of Plastic Materials course tutor about the historical development of plastics, the future of plastic artefacts in museums, and the challenges and considerations facing plastic preservation.

Akiko Fujikawa talks us through the significance of the Fujimoris' visit from Japan and why it is so crucial to keep traditional Japanese papermaking alive for future generations. 

The majority of West Dean students pay for course fees through multiple forms of funding. This might include savings, student loans, West Dean bursaries and scholarships and funding from external organisations who support us.

Students across the college kicked off the year by gaining invaluable real-world experience through work placements. Hear directly from our students about their experiences...

Over two inspiring days, KLC interior design students explored the West Dean Estate, gaining valuable insights for their final projects. From the stunning gardens to historic house tours and hands-on experiences in the craft studios, the visit deepened their understanding of heritage, sustainability, and design.

MFA pop-up exhibition  'Fragments & Echoes'. Each year, first year MFA students undertake a project based on material from the West Dean College Collection and Archives.

A discussion about the relevance of blacksmithing and craft in the digital age with blacksmithing tutor and stalwart of West Dean, Andrew Smith.

Discover the West Dean experience and learn why students choose to study here!