EXCLUSIVE PARTNER OF UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON – UAL SHORT COURSES PROGRAM INTRODUCTION TO UALSC AND UAL GRADED AWARDS CERTIFICATES

With a vision to lead in providing opportunities for education and training that meet international standards, VCVAA is honored to be the Exclusive Partner in Vietnam, collaborating officially with the short-term educational program from the University of the Arts London (UALSC), the largest art and design university in Europe, and a global leader in teaching and research. This partnership aims to enhance the quality of international education opportunities for Vietnamese students.

On November 16, 2022, VCVAA became the first academy in Vietnam to formalize collaboration with the UALSC. Notably, paving the way for 2024, VCVAA officially becomes the first institution to partner with UALSC to offer UAL GRADED AWARDS certification, meeting international standards for students in Vietnam.

UALSC (UAL Short Courses) is a short-term training program of the University of the Arts London (UAL). UAL is the largest university in Europe and ranks 2nd globally in prestigious Art and Design institutions on the QS University Rankings 2023, voted one of the most modern and best universities in the UK according to The Sunday Times University Guide.

UAL Graded Awards certification is a new program offered by UALSC, providing a tailored grading system for students’ drawing skills, assessed by industry experts at UALSC. Upon completion of a specific artwork, submissions will be evaluated by professional judges, and you will receive a corresponding grade along with a certificate and a digital badge to recognize your achievement.

6 grades in UAL Graded Awards (UALGA):

Group 1 – Copying
Group 2 – Line
Group 3 – Tone
Group 4 – Colour
Group 5 – Composition
Group 6 – Expression and meaning

2. Why take a graded award?
The benefits of taking a Graded Award include:
• Stand out to employers, colleges and universities by evidencing your skills.
• Give direction to your learning in a non-pressured environment.
• Get recognition for your drawing skills beyond the curriculum.
• Earn a digital badge for each grade which can be displayed on your CV, on LinkedIn and across other social networks.

Dear Parents and Students, please find further detailed information regarding UALGA certification at: https://www.arts.ac.uk/study-at-ual/short-courses/graded-awards-in-drawing