Royal College of Art

Kensington Gore
London SW7 2EU
44 (0)20 7590 4373
rca.ac.uk

The School of Material, led by Dean, Professor Wendy Dagworthy OBE, brings together the programmes of Ceramics & Glass, Fashion, Textiles and Goldsmithing, Silversmithing, Metalwork & Jewellery.

The School will pursue regeneration and development by constantly adapting to the realities and needs of art and design for the future. We encompass the scientific exploration of material, the development and cross fertilisation of old and new technologies, and the possibility of new forms. We encourage our students to challenge the norm and question conventions and to respond with answers and possibilities driven by their sense of curiosity. We see this as positive and necessary challenge and an inspiration that leads to new ideas, materials, methods and design applications.

The existing programmes have advanced and developed successfully, enriching the whole School and achieving professional recognition. The success of our programmes is demonstrated by the high level of international employment secured by our graduates who, as they achieve seniority in their own careers, return to the RCA to recruit. Many former students have established their own successful businesses in all aspects of art and design.

Across the School and College, students participate in interdisciplinary projects and exhibitions generated by the programmes, in particular the annual Work-in-Progress exhibition and the graduate Show. A professional practice programme, seminars and guest speakers from related industries support the core curriculum. Student work is frequently exhibited at local venues, prestigious museums and galleries in London and abroad.

School of Material staff have gained recognition in their respective fields. Active professionally, they bring their expert knowledge to the School to enhance student awareness.

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