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Evening and weekend courses

On a short course at AUB, you’ll learn in a friendly, and encouraging environment where there’s no right or wrong way to be creative, and uniqueness is celebrated. Our courses use AUB’s industry-standard software, studios, and equipment, and our tutors are industry professionals and experts in their relevant fields, so you’ll be learning from the best. Our 50+ creative short courses are suitable for anyone aged 18+ and we cater to all abilities. With a wide range of subject areas, there’s something for everyone. For regular updates, sign up to our monthly newsletter.

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A large team of people including an AUB MA Illustration student poses for a photo in an exhibition space for the Green Fashion pop-up exhibition.

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Filmmaker and BA (Hons) Animation Production alumnus S Miyazaki standing with his framed British Animation Award.

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AUB students stood outside on-campus holding different certificates.

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A large team of people including an AUB MA Illustration student poses for a photo in an exhibition space for the Green Fashion pop-up exhibition.

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AUB MA Illustration student work features at Green Fashion exhibition

Filmmaker and BA (Hons) Animation Production alumnus S Miyazaki standing with his framed British Animation Award.

3 mins read time

British Animation Awards: Graduate animation Cortex wins Best Undergraduate Student Film

AUB students stood outside on-campus holding different certificates.

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A teacher is instructing a student

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Summer courses

Our summer courses are a great way to polish your portfolio, experiment and learn new skills or simply have fun with your creativity.

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Short courses

We're proud to offer the largest number of creative short courses locally in a wide range of disciplines – there's something for everyone!

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Foundation Diploma

One-year course gives you the chance to explore different creative areas before choosing the subject you want to take a degree in