Faculty of Art and Design
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    Faculty of Art and Design

    by Summer Boarding Courses (SBC)

    The Faculty of Art & Design at Cambridge introduces students to creative practice at university level, combining artistic exploration with critical thinking.

    Last verified: 18 Feb 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial

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    Key facts

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Ages 14–17

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 14–17

    Location / Region

    Cambridge

    Cost

    From £4,895

    Duration

    2 weeks

    Format

    In person

    Next deadline

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    ArtDesign
    Accommodation: Tripos Court: Modern facilities block
    Meals: 3 meals per day
    Certificate: 20 hours of subject-specific academic content per week with an experienced subject tutor (interactive seminars + hands-on practical workshops) Time to Shine group projects culminating in a Time to Shine Ceremony Fieldwork in the city/campus environment to connect theory with real-world settings Dedicated academic coaching (UK university application support) English language development opportunities across the academic program Certificate of Achievement; Letter of Reference available on request Group installation project culminating in a final showcase / gallery-opening format
    Outcomes:
    • Understand Core Creative Principles
    • Apply Artistic Concepts to Practice
    • Strengthen Research and Reflective Skills
    • Develop Communication and Collaboration Skills

    TL;DR

    The Faculty of Art & Design at Cambridge introduces students to creative practice at university level, combining artistic exploration with critical thinking. Students experiment with visual ideas, materials, and processes while considering how art communicates meaning, developing their own creative voice through hands-on and collaborative work, and gaining insight into art and design in contemporary culture.

    What is Faculty of Art and Design?

    The Faculty of Art & Design at Cambridge introduces students to creative practice at university level, combining artistic exploration with critical thinking. Students experiment with visual ideas, materials, and processes while considering how art communicates meaning, developing their own creative voice through hands-on and collaborative work, and gaining insight into art and design in contemporary culture.

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    Cost and what is included

    From £4,895; includes Residential Price (2 weeks):: 4895.

    Accommodation

    Tripos Court: Modern facilities block

    Meals

    3 meals per day

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    2 weeks; Cambridge.

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    What you actually do

    Two weeks exploring ideas from sketch to finished work across drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital tools; a central collaborative group installation culminating in a final showcase; theory and history discussions linking art/design to social, cultural, and political contexts; interactive learning through group critiques and tutor guidance.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      20 hours of subject-specific academic content per week with an experienced subject tutor (interactive seminars + hands-on practical workshops)

    2. 2

      Time to Shine group projects culminating in a Time to Shine Ceremony

    3. 3

      Fieldwork in the city/campus environment to connect theory with real-world settings

    4. 4

      Dedicated academic coaching (UK university application support)

    5. 5

      English language development opportunities across the academic program

    6. 6

      Certificate of Achievement; Letter of Reference available on request

    7. 7

      Group installation project culminating in a final showcase / gallery-opening format

    Key dates and deadlines

    Programme Start

    29 Jun 2026

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    Programme Start

    29 Jun 2026

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    13 Jul 2026

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    Programme End

    13 Jul 2026

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    Programme Start

    13 Jul 2026

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    Programme End

    27 Jul 2026

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    Programme End

    27 Jul 2026

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    Programme Start

    27 Jul 2026

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    Programme End

    10 Aug 2026

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    Programme End

    10 Aug 2026

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    Eligibility and requirements

    • No prior experience is required

    • Bring standard study supplies (pens, notebooks); optionally a laptop or tablet

    • Minimum English level: B1+

    Cost, funding, and what's included

    Entry cost

    From £4,895

    What's included

    Residential Price (2 weeks):: 4895

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    Curriculum / what you'll study

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