Ravensbourne University

Ravensbourne University London, previously known as Ravensbourne College of Design and Communication, was founded in 1959. The University came into existence with the merger of the Beckenham School of Art's Department of Furniture Design and the Bromley School of Art. It is a renowned digital media and design university in London that provides professional courses and degrees in television, fashion and broadcasting, architecture and environment design, interactive product design, animation, moving image, graphic design, media music production, and sound design. The courses provided by the University consist of overseas visits as well. For instance, about 24 Fashion Buying and Brand Management students traveled to Sri Lanka with the purpose of discerning massive manufacturing units at a carbon-neutral, sustainable manufacturing plant, and 25 students were nominated to assist as facilitators at the World Architecture Festival in Berlin, Germany. The University involves a student body of about 2,600 people and offers practical digital technology and design courses ranging from graduation to post-graduation to vocational short courses. They generate eligible for employment and enterprising graduates who are guided by industry norms and assisted by cutting-edge technology advancement. Ravensbourne has a proven track record of assisting graduates in finding jobs and starting businesses. Ravensbourne collaborates closely with businesses to develop the attitudes and skillsets that the creative arts industry requires. The University's current graduate employability rate is 94.7%, which means that 19 of every 20 students are employed or pursuing additional education within six months of graduation. The University provides the graduates with the practical skills that students need to have success in the industry; Ravensbourne has an excellent track record of placing them in good positions. The University has strong working links with both local and national businesses, ensuring that Ravensbourne students have access to a broad range of work placement options.

• Ravensbourne offers a variety of services to its pupils, including specialised tutoring and mentorship, as well as counseling and career services.
• The Christian Union, LGBT+ Society, Film Society, Fencing Society, Asian Society, Latin Society, Trust in Dance, Product Design, Beauty Society, and many other clubs and societies are available for joining.
• Students may expect a variety of events on and off campus during the year, including Go Green Week, Fairtrade Fortnight, Children in Need, Sports Relief, and Mental Health Day.
• Ravensbourne also hosts over 100 creative technology enterprises that collaborate with Ravensbourne's student body and industry partners, utilising the school's cutting-edge technologies and media capabilities.
• The University generates fully qualified and enterprising graduates that are guided by industry standards and supported by cutting-edge, high-performance, technology advancement.
• As per QS, World University Rankings places Art and Design in the top 20 in the EU and the top 10 in the UK.

Career Services

Ravensbourne has established a Careers and Industry Liaison Team to assist current students and alumni with their career preparation. The team can also aid with job searches for industry-related positions, as well as provide CV guidance, interview suggestions, and valuable links. Furthermore, the University has established an Agency, which serves as an online career portal for all Ravensbourne students.

Success Rate 

Ravensbourne is ranked as the top specialty university in the UK for creative graduate pay and it ranks in the top ten of all Universities in England. There is continuously an expanding market for the University's students' creative talents in the digital, engineering, and technology industries. The University collaborates closely with industry professionals and organisations to develop the perspectives and skills that are required by the creative industries.

Notable Alumni

The alumni's include:

1.  David Bowie: music legend
2.  Simon Egan: Oscar-winning producer
3.  Stella McCartney: fashion designer

Student Services

Ravensbourne University offers an award-winning faculty of academics and teaching assistants that are dedicated to passing on their specialised knowledge and expertise to the next generation of students. Also, the University strives to guarantee that students' studies are not hampered by disabilities or learning challenges.

Accommodation

Ravensbourne collaborates with a number of affordable housing providers to give students a place to call home while they study. Students can be referred to a range of housing options, including host families, studios, and cluster flats, as well as the partner Scape Living, which offers elegant housing just a short walk from campus.

Medical Services

The University houses great medical services for its students; several well-qualified medical professionals work to maintain the healthcare of the students.