On the final day of his recent water colour short course we sat down in the Oak Hall with Brian Smith to discuss his upcoming courses as part of the West Dean x Petworth House collaboration.

If you're attending a summer school at West Dean London Campus in Bloomsbury this August, you're perfectly situated to enjoy a rich array of evening activities. Discover the top five things to do nearby after your classes.

From fashion to Interiors- certificate Interior Design alumni, Courtney Devine, shares her story into design including top tips for founding a studio after graduation. 

In conversation with Lotte about what it's like to be a ceramic conservation student at West Dean College.

MA Creative Writing graduate Catherine Kurtz talks about her debut novel Feast, her feature in The Bookseller, and the path she’s taken since graduation to become a published author.

We spoke to Brenda Keneghan, a conservation consultant in modern materials and West Dean’s Identification of Plastic Materials course tutor about the historical development of plastics, the future of plastic artefacts in museums, and the challenges and considerations facing plastic preservation.

Akiko Fujikawa talks us through the significance of the Fujimoris' visit from Japan and why it is so crucial to keep traditional Japanese papermaking alive for future generations. 

The majority of West Dean students pay for course fees through multiple forms of funding. This might include savings, student loans, West Dean bursaries and scholarships and funding from external organisations who support us.

Students across the college kicked off the year by gaining invaluable real-world experience through work placements. Hear directly from our students about their experiences...