Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
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Overview
Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVPA) is a dedicated specialist creative arts institution based in central Cambridge, United Kingdom. Operating as a trading division of Cambridge Arts & Sciences Limited (CASL), a subsidiary of CATS Global Schools (Bright Scholar UK Holdings Ltd), CSVPA offers a wide range of programmes spanning Foundation and Extended Diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate levels across Art & Design, Fashion, Music and Performing Arts. Undergraduate programmes (BA Hons) and postgraduate programmes (MA, Graduate Diploma, Pre-Masters) are validated by Falmouth University; Level 3 and 4 Foundation Diploma programmes are accredited by the University of the Arts London Awarding Body. The institution is registered with the Office for Students (OfS) and inspected by ISI on behalf of the Department for Education. CSVPA's Graduate School delivers MA programmes in partnership with Hearst Magazines UK. Students are admitted from across the world and benefit from dedicated studio facilities, on-campus accommodation and a vibrant creative community in Cambridge.
Fields of study
- Art & Design
- Fashion Design
- Fashion Branding & Creative Communications
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Visual Communication
- Creative Intelligence & Innovation
- Fine Art
- Photography
- Architecture & Interior Design
- 3D Design
- Film & Animation
- Game Art & Design
- Music
- Drama
- Musical Theatre
Accreditation: Falmouth University (undergraduate and postgraduate); University of the Arts London Awarding Body (Foundation programmes); Office for Students (HE registration)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- September, January
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- admissions@csvpa.com
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
£22,710 – £39,330 / year
From about $28,842 / year
Domestic students
£5,880 – £26,610 / year
Fees are for 2027-2028 academic year. Pre-degree (Further Education) fees are inclusive of VAT (applied from 1 January 2025). Higher Education (undergraduate and postgraduate) fees are not subject to VAT. Registration fees and refundable deposits apply separately. UK undergraduates may be eligible for Student Finance England tuition fee loans up to £9,275.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
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| BA (Hons) Creative Intelligence & Innovation (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | £22,710 / year | Varies | — |
| BA (Hons) Fashion (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | £22,710 / year | Varies | — |
| BA (Hons) Fashion Branding & Creative Communication (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | £22,710 / year | Varies | — |
| BA (Hons) Graphic Design (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | £22,710 / year | Varies | — |
| BA (Hons) Illustration (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | £22,710 / year | Varies | — |
| BA (Hons) Visual Communication (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | — | £22,710 / year | Varies | — |
| Pre-Master's in Art & Design (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | — | — | Varies | Varies | January |
| UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design & Communication (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | — | 2 years | £39,330 / year | Varies | September, January |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.