Our Alumni Network

As an alumnus of West Dean College you become a member of a community with international reach. You can develop professional links through networking, come to college events, and access benefits, including discounted short courses and library access.

Make sure you get regular updates from the College, including news on exhibitions and opportunities, in your Alumni e-Newsletter. To sign-up or to share your alumni news story, please email [email protected]. 

Why not join the dedicated College Alumni groups on Facebook and LinkedIn?

To update your details, tell us how you're doing or request a certificate, please get in touch:

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Where are our alumni now?

This map shows the wide reach of our alumni network, where they are now and where they have been working. 

West Dean College map of alumni locations

Alumni news

Our worldwide and world class alumni share their news and stories.

Read the latest news here.

Are you an alumni with news? We'd love to hear from you! Please email [email protected].

West Dean College student using the specialist library

Alumni Benefits

  • 10% discount* on short courses and professional development courses, for two years after graduation.
  • ​Alumni discount* on the day delegate rate for Conference bookings, through our venue offering.
  • Invitations to College events, including networking events, graduation week private views and summer shows.
  • Regular alumni e-newsletter including latest news and job opportunities.
  • Two year access to the specialist Art and Conservation Library, by appointment.

* Terms and Conditions apply

Blogs and Articles

Short Course Catering Menu at West Dean
Short Courses Blog 27th June 2025

Important changes to dining at West Dean from 1 October 2025

We’ve listened to your feedback about wanting greater value, flexibility and choice when eating at West Dean, so we are introducing some important changes to our catering services for our short course students from 1 October 2025. 

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Books Conservation students at Uppark House
25th June 2025

Books students' exclusive visit to Uppark’s hidden print room

Books Conservation students gained access to Uppark House’s rare 18th-century Print Room. Learn about its unique history, ongoing conservation efforts, and the expert insights shared during this exclusive visit.

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