Our students Art, Architecture and Design Our students and alumni

Aaron Patel

Graduate

"I've always felt London Met has a very unique feel and brand to it. It's not your typical big university. It's a community university – there’s a really good atmosphere to it."

Moe Redish

Furniture Design BA

"For the V&A I designed some furniture for homeless people out of the V&A's old packing crates that ship artwork all over the world... The lecturers at London Met really helped us find these opportunities and put us in touch with the right people."

Gwen Anderson

Fine Art BA, Fine Art (Painting) MA

"The workshops are like playgrounds for adults. The technicians and the school keepers are very friendly, and they really go out of their way to help out. Also at The School of Art, Architecture and Design you get your own studio even if you are part-time, on both the BA and MA."

Anna Masters

Public Art and Performance MA

"The Public Art and Performance MA appealed to me as it offered a different approach to making art and challenged me to think differently about my practice."

Limahl Asmall

Furniture Design MA

"I had access to all sorts of equipment. One month I would be milling wood, the next I would be laser cutting, using spray booths or computer modelling for 3D printing. The facilities were world class."

Janet Barnett

Creative Writing BA (Hons)

"My experience at London Met has been amazing."

Ewelina Bartkowska

Art and Design Extended Degree (with Foundation Year)

Imogen Belfield

Jewellery BA (Hons)

"I feel very honoured, as my years of training, learning and discovering at the School of Art, Architecture and Design were some of the best, and I am incredibly proud to be an alumna of the School!"

Boyana Aleksandrova

Public Art and Performance MA

"The fact that there are no restrictions on creativity. Every single person on the course comes from a different background or has a unique take on the type of art they like to make. The space (virtual or not) truly becomes a creative hub."

Lil Chase

Creative writing BA (Hons)

"I got my first full-time editing job in 2008, six months after I graduated from London Metropolitan, studying Creative Writing."

Christina Arnephie

Creative Writing and English Literature – BA (Hons)

"London Met cares about its students and goes above and beyond to ensure the student experience is valued at every level. I have had tremendous support from my lecturers and student services who are always willing to assist no matter what."

Emily Critchley

Creative Writing BA (Hons)

"I started my degree when I was in my late twenties which made me a mature student. Because of this, there were some universities who were unable to offer me a place. London Met allowed me to submit a portfolio of work and accepted me based partly on that portfolio. I still feel extremely grateful that I was offered the opportunity. I was determined to do the best I could and I graduated with a first class degree."

Daniel Redford

Creative Writing and English Literature – BA (Hons)

"When studying in London, you’re surrounded by the arts and you’re never far from somewhere that can inspire you or increase your knowledge and interest in the arts."

Daniela Kroning

Interior Architecture and Design BA

"If you know what degree you want to study, then definitely go to the UK; it’s more affordable, it takes less time and you don’t have to take general classes as it’s very specific to what you want to study."

Skye William Eade

Art PhD

"I believe that London Met offers fantastic opportunities to pursue research in your field. Immerse yourself. Join every opportunity that London Met has to offer. There’s so much going on."

Samuel Eyles

Fine Art BA (Hons)

"I took so much from my time at London Met; the lecturers are incredibly engaged, the weeks are very focused and the studio sizes are fantastic."

Miguel Ferrer-Gil

Fine Art BA

"Integration is one of the most palpable characteristics of this University. I never felt in any way different being a mature student."

Aga Fraczak

Illustration BA

"My biggest passion is making, whether it is sculpting, painting or building models. It's like a therapy for me and nothing fulfils me like creating does."

Grace Francis

Performing Arts BA

"My friendships made at London Met were the best. I got married last year and a few of my friends and my teachers came to my wedding."

Linda Ghio

Creative Writing Research Degree (PhD)

"I started getting published during my BA and have since experimented with different genres - poetry, memoir, historical, romance, paranormal, fantasy and non-fiction"

Hailey Savage

Interior Architecture and Design (including foundation year) - BA (Hons)

"The experiences I’ve gained since studying at London Met are invaluable to me. I have changed and developed so much that who I was before is hardly recognisable to me now, and I’m genuinely proud of that growth."

Fatha Hassan

Creative, Digital and Professional Writing MA

"With London Met I learnt that everyone comes from different walks of life, but that doesn’t mean a door is closed for you because of your background or status."

Hosn Houssami

PhD in architecture and spatial design, MArch

"My favourite space at London Met would probably be the Unit studio spaces. Studio culture is a huge part of the study of architecture. Being able to work alongside your peers – especially near to critical deadlines – is so incredibly beneficial."

Jack Houston

Creative Writing and English Literature BA

"Bouncing ideas off my classmates and learning how to give and receive feedback were instrumental in me becoming a better writer."

Jasmine Damaris

Creative Writing and English Literature – BA (Hons)

"The course has provided me with lots of information on how to get your work published and how to be a publisher, both are great for me as I want to be a writer but also an editor or literary agent as I care about the future of books."

Kiyonori Kariura

International Foundation Programme and Fashion Marketing BA

"I have benefited in every way in terms of my personal development, my English, my self-confidence, my independence, my outlook on life and my career prospects."

Alex Kayode-Kay

Film and Broadcast Production BA

"At London Met, I first got regular access to filming, lighting and camera equipment. That was invaluable for what I'm doing now as an actor, writer and producer."

Mae Shummo

Public Art and Performance MA

"[This MA is] expanding my field of interest and has exposed me to many different ideas, artists and a better understanding of contemporary art institutions as well as the current shifts in public art. It has also taught me more about my unique creative qualities and abilities."

Guy Marshall-Brown

Fine Art BA (Hons)

"My course is full of lively tutors who enjoy encouraging the students to push and pursue artistic careers..."

Lieta Marziali

MA by Project

"This is art education at its best – it gives you a methodology to approach any other field that you might want to be in. I have travelled from Norfolk for three years to be here – I have not regretted a single moment."

Matthew Prestage

Creative, Digital and Professional Writing MA

"This particular MA stood out to me because it seemed much more modern than other creative writing courses and it covered a great deal more subject matter. The variety of modules available to students was a big part of my decision."

Ciarán Mc Gill

Furniture Design MA

"It was really interesting to be surrounded by people from different design disciplines and have the chance to see these other disciplines in action."

Maimie McCoy

Performing Arts BA (Hons)

"I think we probably had the best teachers in the country who specialised in this approach to theatre and dance."

Ella Merriman

Furniture and Product Design BA

"My lecturers were extremely supportive and knowledgeable and helped me gain confidence in my making abilities."

Alex Monroe

Jewellery, Silversmithing and Allied Crafts BA (Hons)

"It was incredibly technical, we learnt perfect bench skills, argued what art and design meant and made amazing things."

Paz Moreno Mirallas

Interior Design MA

"Participating in the RSA Student Design challenge meant a lot to me and it's very difficult to describe how happy I was that my project was highly commended in this important competition."

Alexander Mueller

Furniture and Product Design BA (Hons)

"London Met also has a great workshop space, a hands-on approach to studying and an amazing history with the London College of Furniture."

Nikol Pechova

Foundation Year in Architecture and Interior Architecture BA

"Here at London Met, you are given so many opportunities to showcase your work to expose you to industry professionals."

Sereypagna Pen

Architecture (MA)

"My goal is to be an educator in Cambodia, an advocate for the preservation of Cambodia’s architectural and urban heritage"

Prudenza Lacriola

Creative Writing and English Literature BA

"Someone who lives in a country other than their homeland will always have a broader view. I would be a completely different person right now if I was still in Italy; moving abroad was a stepping stone in my journey to become the person and the artist I want to be."

Jesse Quinones

Creative Writing BA (Hons), Film and Broadcast Production MA

"I’m proud to be a London Met student because I really admire their egalitarian approach to education. What it provides is an equal platform where anybody can study."

Diggory Rush

Furniture and Product Design BA

"I made a bench in my second year that was displayed at the London Design Festival, some pictures of it were shared over Facebook and I got contacted by a member of the public who loved the picture."

Shanzay Subzwari

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

"London Met has a very high-ranking art course in the UK... the art school in particular has a great reputation for experimentation and subversive thinking."

Hannah Townrow

Art and Design (including foundation year)

"The freedom to develop my project how I want has given me a chance to make my work original"

Amy Vinten

Theatre and Performance BA

"At London Met you create a strong portfolio of skills to be able to do anything confidently in the industry."

Xingjian Fan

MArch Architecture RIBA 2

"London as the capital has plenty of resources. From galleries and museums to east London warehouses, the city encourages different cultures."