Rochester's artistic community

On campus, UCA Rochester

UCA Rochester is in the heart of Medway, home to some of the most creative people in the country.

'Live' creative arts events are held regularly at UCA Rochester and the academic focus centres on building experience and preparation for the highly competitive, creative arts professions. Studying at UCA within an inspiring community of artists and designers will result in a stimulating, creative and exciting three years. UCA is part of a network of creative industries that contribute to Rochester's growing reputation as a city of culture, learning and new technologies.

Made in Medway is a creative hub for artists and designers in Medway. An online gallery, directory, archive and resource centre showcases new and exciting work coming out of the creative industries in the Medway area as well as highlighting news and events.

Nucleus Arts is a non-profit arts organisation based in Medway. It was set up to promote the arts and to further the advancement of public education in the appreciation, production and practice of the arts in Medway and other parts of Kent. Nucleus Arts is the largest artists' studio complex in North Kent. It's a creative hub, a meeting space for like minds and a proven incubator for local artistic talent. As well as studio space, the Nucleus Arts Centre offers gallery space for hire, a courtyard café, a kiln room and conference facilities.