Useful Information for Short Courses

Useful Information for Short Courses

How to book

Online
Find your course and click 'book'. If the course is full you can choose to join the waiting list.
After booking you will be sent a confirmation email, asking you to download full course details and arrival and registration information. If you have booked accommodation a separate confirmation email will be sent within three working days.

Phone
Call 01243 818300 option 2
Our bookings office is open Monday - Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm

Email
Email [email protected]

Courses are open to anyone 18 or over. Booking online or by phone requires payment in full.

Arrivals and registration

Sussex short courses
Short courses in Sussex are held at our West Dean campus. Please check the timetable of your chosen course for details on arrival times. If you have booked accommodation, rooms are available from 4pm on the day of arrival, and checkout is by 10am on the last day of your course. 
Travel and Directions

London short courses
Short courses in London are held at our Bloomsbury campus. Please check the timetable of your chosen course for details on arrival times.
Travel and Directions

British Library courses
If you have booked a British Library course with us, please check the individual course details for timetables and course location.

Download arrival and registration information for West Dean Sussex courses

Bursaries

Financial assistance is available for our short courses through bursaries, funded by us and our supporters, to make creative arts education accessible to all.

In most cases, there are four application deadlines each year, so please allow time for your application to be considered before any course date.

For further information and to apply for funding, please visit our Short Course Funding page

Course levels

What course level am I?

Beginners  
Starting point. For those with little or no experience who want to go back to basics and would like a structured introduction to a subject.
Intermediate  
Skills development. For those who have taken a related course or have some existing skills.  The focus is on further developing and building of skills working towards independent practice.
Advanced  
Creative development. For the more experienced who want to expand skills, develop their own practise and are open to working intensively to achieve their maximum potential.
Suitable for all  
A subject focused course that is delivered to suit any level of experience from beginner to advanced practitioner.  A structured start is followed by guided independent practice.

FAQs

For students booking on to one of our short courses at our Sussex & London campuses, please read below for some useful information and FAQs.

Sussex Campus

What will arrival look like? 
Entry and exit is through the main College door, do read the latest signage at the entrance which will detail what to do next.

What do I do if I need to cancel my course at short notice?
Please contact the bookings office by email [email protected] and refer to our cancellation terms.

Will I be given a safety induction before my course? 
Yes. The tutor will give a course induction once you’ve reached the workshop. Each workshop has its own safe method of working, this is based on equipment, the nature of the course and the facilities in the workshop. Your tutor will explain these as part of the course induction along with other safety matters. 

If I’m staying at the college, will my room be serviced?
Yes. We will be servicing rooms daily. On the rare occasion we are unable to we will be able to provide you with fresh towels and coffee, tea etc. If you would prefer that we didn’t enter your room and supplies be delivered, please let [email protected] know in advance or let student welcome know upon arrival.

What can I expect lunch service to be?
Your tutor will advise you of your tea breaks and lunch upon the start of the course. We will endeavour to deliver as wide and varied a choice that is possible while still catering for dietary needs and allergies, please inform the bookings team of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

If I need to book a mobility scooter will this option still be available? 
Yes. If you’d like to request to book one of our mobility scooters please request this at the time of booking or email [email protected].

Will the Craft Shop be open?
Yes, students are free to visit the shop whilst their course is running. Our Craft Shop is open Mon - Fri 8:30am-2pm.

Will the library be open?
Students wishing to use the library should ask at the Student Welcome desk for details.

Will the IT suite be open?
Yes, the IT suite is open and available to use for the duration of your course.

Will the Bar be open?
The Bar is open 7 days a week 5pm – 11pm Monday – Saturday and 5pm – 10:30pm on Sunday.

What should I do if I feel unwell throughout my course? 
Let our friendly Student Welcome Officers know at the front desk as soon as possible, and they will be able to assist you with the next steps. 

Can I still walk around the Gardens during my visit? 
Yes, we hope you get time to visit the Gardens during your course. 

Who can I speak to if was not entirely happy with my course?
If you weren't completely satisfied with your course and would like to raise an issue, please contact the bookings office at [email protected].

London Campus

Where do I go when I arrive for my short course?
When you arrive at the Bloomsbury campus, please come to reception at the front entrance.

What are the studios like?
Our wifi-enabled studios are light, spacious, and air-conditioned, with stunning views of London's cityscape. All courses use the same studio facilities as the degree-level students. 
Read more about our facilities

What is included in my course?
The course fee covers tuition and materials where stated. You will need to bring all other items listed under the ‘Materials to bring’ section on the course details.

What do I do if I need to cancel my course at short notice?
Please contact the Bookings Team with the details of the course you are booked on.
Read more about cancelling your short course here

Who can I speak to if was not entirely happy with my course?
If you weren't completely satisfied with your course and would like to raise an issue, please contact the bookings office at [email protected].

Overseas students

New UK immigration rules state that if you plan to engage in any kind of study while in the UK you should enter as a student and not as a tourist. If you are studying in this country for less than six months and are a non-visa national, you may apply for a Student Visitor Visa in advance or for entry clearance as a Student Visitor when you arrive at a UK airport. There are conditions for both these methods. We recommend that you consult the UK Border Agency - Studying in the UK for full details and a list of the documents and evidence you will need to confirm your student and financial status.

For further guidance see the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

Booking Terms & Conditions

Our short courses have varying terms and conditions depending on the course type and location. To ensure you understand the specific policies that apply to your chosen course, please review the individual terms and conditions detailed on the page linked below.

Short Course Terms & Conditions