Studying in London at the West Dean London Campus

London campus

Our London campus, home to our esteemed KLC School of Design, is located in the heart of Bloomsbury, a creative and cosmopolitan London hub surrounded by world-famous museums, galleries, and breathtaking architecture. With Soho, Covent Garden and the West End also within easy reach, there's no better place to ignite your creativity and study in the heart of London.

 

We also bring a touch of our Sussex campus to London, offering short courses from our School of Arts and School of Conservation. Discover and book our short courses at our London Bloomsbury campus.

 

*For British Library Courses, please check your email confirmation for location.

Courses at our London campus

Discover the courses available at our London campus.

HE Diploma in Applied Interior Design - Full Time KLC School of Design

HE Diploma in Applied Interior Design - Full Time

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HE Diploma in Applied Interior Design - Part Time KLC School of Design

HE Diploma in Applied Interior Design - Part time

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Certificate in Residential Interior Design - Full time KLC School of Design

Certificate in Residential Interior Design - Full time

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Part Time Certificate Residential Interior Design KLC School of Design

Certificate in Residential Interior Design - Part Time

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Online Certificate in Residential Interior Design KLC School of Design

Certificate in Residential Interior Design - Online

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The London scene

Our London campus in Bloomsbury is the perfect place for students to find inspiration, challenge ideas, and launch a career in design. With iconic landmarks such as The British Museum, Heal's London Store, and Covent Garden just moments away, students can immerse themselves in a vibrant and culturally rich environment. Famous for its museums and galleries, beautiful green spaces, and thriving foodie scene, it’s no wonder so many choose to study in London!

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Student experience

Student Association 

 

The Student Association is run by students for students and ensures that the student community has representation at West Dean School of Design. The association also organises events and social activities for students. The Student President oversees the running of the Student Association along with the programme representatives and sub-committees.  A Student Forum meeting is held every term and is a chance for students to discuss any concerns and ideas. The meeting is for the programme student representatives and sub-committees. It provides a direct link between students' views and the West Dean’s decision-making processes, and to advise the Director of Education on the strategic direction of student support. 

  

Societies  

Students are welcome to set up their own clubs or societies. There must be three students or more involved. A form must be filled out and returned to the Student President. Finance can be granted to fund part of the society on the President's approval. Previous societies have included yoga, Chinese calligraphy, book binding and environmentalism.  

  

Events  

Student representatives organise official events including the Christmas party and Graduation party. Previous events have included a fancy dress Halloween party and pumpkin carving competition, Thanksgiving dinner, quiz night and pizza night. Events can include student parties, trips out and open workshops/studios. 

 

Student Support 

 

Study Skills support is available for all our students during term time. These sessions will mostly be on a one-to-one basis so that we will be able to focus on individual areas with which you would like some help. Support includes: general study skills, language support, research and reading and writing skills.  

 

Counselling  

We are very committed to providing you with the support you need to achieve a successful student life at West Dean. We understand that your mental health and wellbeing are very important to your success. The Counselling Service at West Dean aims to offer the following:  

  • Regular, professional and relevant counselling to students.  
  • Routes to good mental health and wellbeing resources to support the College’s community.  
  • Meetings with students and staff across the College to establish what is needed from a counselling provision.  
  • Developing creative, healthy and innovative approaches to counselling that complement our unique and specialist environment.  
  • Referral and appointments  
  • Online appointments are available two days per week throughout the year. Currently appointments are held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Afternoon and early evening sessions are available to accommodate your timetables.  

  

Online support  

Through an online platform called Togetherall, West Dean students can access additional mental health support 24/7. Togetherall is a safe and anonymous online community where our students can connect with others that have real lived experience for advice and support any time of day or night. You can also complete self-paced courses or explore other helpful wellbeing resources when it suits. Togetherall is a great source of support outside of normal campus hours and means you can get support when other services are closed, including evenings, weekends and public holidays. Togetherall is moderated by trained professionals to help keep you safe.   

Accommodation

Students at our London Campus are met with a plethora of accommodation options; whether that be in private halls or flat/house shares. Popular areas for students to live include Islington, Camden, Stratford, Shoreditch, Fitzrovia and Holborn. Consider transport options and the amount of transport changes that you'll have to make on your journey when deciding where to live.  Citizens Advice and National Union of Students both offer useful information and advice when it comes to searching for student housing. 

Popular student accommodation near campus:  

Chapter Old Street  
Scape Bloomsbury
AXO Islington 
Mannequin House 
The Stay Club Camden 
iQ Will Wyatt Court 


The following websites can be used to search for shared flats, houses and halls in London:  

www.student.spareroom.co.uk   
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/student-accommodation/Bloomsbury.html 
www.padsforstudents.co.uk   
www.accommodationforstudents.com   
www.gumtree.com   
www.flatshare.co.uk   
www.studentpad.co.uk  
www.studentblock.co.uk 
www.uniplaces.com
www.mystudenthalls.com

Campus news & events

Catch up on the latest news, events and stories from our London campus.

Student Budgeting

It’s important to understand your incoming finances and outgoing expenses before you begin your course to help you feel prepared for your time at West Dean College. To help, we have created this student budgeting guide!

Open Day

Join us at one of our upcoming Open Days to chat to our tutors and students about what it's like to study at KLC School of Design, learn about scholarships and bursaries, and find out more about our courses.

Latest News

The latest news from West Dean London, including alumni updates, awards and events.
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