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Choose to study arts, conservation, or design at an internationally renowned specialist college, fully partnered with the University of Sussex. 

Spanning two locations in the stunning West Sussex countryside, and London’s bustling Design Centre, West Dean offers a cross-disciplinary environment and a focus on hands-on skills with vocational application. Students benefit from working on live projects, learning from industry-leading tutors, and access to state-of-the-art facilities. 

Internationally recognised for excellence in conservation, arts and design education – offering the best platform to prepare you for a successful career in your chosen industry. 

Alumni can be found in prestigious galleries, museums and organisations worldwide, as independent conservators, artists, makers, and designers. 

We’re proud to offer: 

• Talented tutors and a low student to tutor ratio 
• Exceptional studio spaces and fully equipped workshops 
• Bursary and scholarship opportunities 
• Courses validated by the University of Sussex 
• Fantastic facilities - including exhibition space, a specialist arts and conservation library, an analytical laboratory and an artist-in-residence programme 
• A dedicated careers service 
• Strong links to the heritage, arts and design sectors 

Applications are welcome from UK, EU and international students. 

West Dean is a registered provider by the OfS (Office for Students). 

Just a short bus journey from the bustling historic city of Chichester, offering a myriad of shops, restaurants, galleries, museums, cinemas and green spaces, it has everything you could need! 

Heading out of the city you’re met with stunning beaches and harbours, ideal for windsurfing, paddleboarding and many more outdoor pursuits. For weekends and much-needed downtime, there are many walking and cycling trails around campus, as well as dedicated tennis courts and a heated open-air swimming pool. 

Being in the cultural hub of the UK, and with iconic places like the Design Museum, Tate Modern, and King’s Road just a stone’s throw away, our London campus is the ideal location for students to take inspiration, challenge ideas and establish their careers in design. Famous for its museums and galleries, green spaces, and lively foodie scene, it’s no wonder so many choose to move to London to study!