Overview

Storytelling at University of the Arts London (UAL) s open to both experienced and new storytellers. The course invites you to explore how stories can shape culture, spark emotion and drive meaningful change. It combines social justice, critical theory, cultural commentary and creative practice. If you are curious about using your creativity to pursue social change this course is for you.The course considers existing and emerging approaches to storytelling. You'll connect with communities, creatives and professional storytellers. You'll experiment with and realise impactful stories across a range of media.

Based at Wimbledon College of Arts, you'll study alongside undergraduates from other colleges at the University of the Arts London. We developed the Diploma in Storytelling in collaboration with the UAL AKO Storytelling Institute, which works at the intersection of storytelling and social change.

Skills development and opportunities

The Diploma in Storytelling develops skills that will enhance your employability. It prepares you for a wide range of creative and professional pathways. Employers value strong communicators who can make an impact.

The course will give you a range of transferable skills. These include practical storytelling techniques, critical thinking and reflective practice. You'll gain in-depth knowledge of methods to engage and inspire audiences. You'll have the tools to contribute to social, racial and environmental justice debates and initiatives.

The course encourages planning for your career and future creative outputs. You'll consider how storytelling can support changemaking roles. This could be across the creative, cultural, commercial, or social sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Landscapes
Positions
Routes

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Creative Writing View 273 other Bachelors in Creative Writing in United Kingdom

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Your performance on the first and second years of study on your current BA course will be taken into consideration. This will include consideration of your past studentship, attendance, commitment and performance. You’ll need to have passed your year 2 units before you can enrol on the Diploma in Storytelling.
You’ll need to show that you can work independently and with others, carry out research, and keep up with a fast-paced, content-rich course that requires full attendance.

Your application will be reviewed against the listed criteria:

A good level of creative curiosity.
A good level of technical skill or appropriate use of media in your disciplinary area and an openness to transforming this beyond your usual studio practice and environment.
An ability to articulate and express your creative ideas and contribute positively as a member of the storytelling cohort.
An interest in contributing to changemaking through your own work.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

31510 GBP / year

≈ 31510 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10050 GBP / year

≈ 10050 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
Know exactly what documents you need
Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Storytelling.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About