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Bachelor of Arts and Visual Cultures

Richmond American University London

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

A degree studying the history, Theory and contemporary practice of visual culture within a liberal arts framework.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Demonstrate core knowledge in Arts and Visual Cultures. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.

Career outcomes

  • Designer
  • Creative Coordinator
  • Visual Content Specialist
  • Production Assistant
  • Creative Project Coordinator

Curriculum

  • Four-year
  • 32 US credits a year. Year 1 foundations include visual thinking and London cultures
  • Year 2 art history and content creation
  • Year 3 museums
  • Studio photography and research methods
  • Year 4 contemporary debates
  • International cinema
  • Creative collaboration and a senior dissertation
  • Plus electives and an optional internship.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Year 1 entry: A Levels CCC (96 points)
  • US High School Diploma 2.8 GPA or IB 26
  • Year 2 entry: A Levels BBB (120) or BBC (112)
  • US diploma 2.8-3.0 GPA
  • IB 30-32. English: IELTS Academic 6.0 (5.5 per component)
  • PTE 60
  • Cambridge 169
  • TOEFL iBT 4.5.

Minimum GPA

2.8

Accepted academic background

Secondary school leaving qualification (A Levels, IB, US High School Diploma, BTEC).

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 4.5
  • PTE Academic 60
  • Cambridge 169
  • IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport copy
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Personal statement
  • References where requested
  • Financial and visa documents for CAS processing.

How to apply

  1. Visit the official website. Review the entry requirements for the selected program. Complete the direct or recognized application route. Submit academic transcripts
  2. English proficiency evidence
  3. A personal statement
  4. any program-specific materials. Accept the offer and pay the required tuition or CAS deposit. Complete CAS checks and Student visa requirements for study in the United Kingdom. Enroll according to the university instructions.

Other costs

Tuition per year£17,850 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£1,000 GBP

Program details

CampusChiswick Park
Faculty or schoolDepartment of Communications, Creative Industries and the Arts
DepartmentDepartment of Design and Creative Arts
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value32
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteRichmond American University London offers merit-based, Program-specific, Or institutional scholarship opportunities for eligible students. Award availability, Value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    1 Dec 2026

    18 days left
  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    1 Jul 2027

    230 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.