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Abigail Appleton, Principal of Hereford College of Arts, Awarded MBE in 2025 New Year’s Honours List
The award recognises Abigail’s outstanding contributions to creative education and her leadership in advancing Hereford College of Arts as a centre of excellence in the arts.
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Manuel Gross
I am a visual artist with a rich background in documentary film and photography. Passionate about collaboration and creating vibrant, dynamic experiences, I currently lead HCA's BA (Hons) and MA Photography programmes.
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UAL Awarding body publishes Q&A with Vice Principal following outstanding Ofsted report
In this UAL Awarding body Q&A, Vice Principal, Xaviere Hughes, discusses what an outstanding Ofsted report means for the future of the HCA college level courses and the importance of creative education today.
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BA(Hons) Contemporary Design Crafts
We are Makers - with a sensitivity and understanding of materials, design and context. Blending design principles with an innovative approach to process and material through hands-on making.
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BA(Hons) Graphic & Media Design
Immerse yourself in a dynamic design environment where industry-experienced lecturers will guide you towards becoming a professional in the ever-changing world of graphic and media design.
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BA(Hons) Performing Arts
Develop the skills and understanding to create compelling performances with intent. Do what you love most and embrace all aspects of performing arts, while homing in on the elements of acting, movement and voice work that inspire you most.
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BA(Hons) Digital Content Creation
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BA(Hons) Games Design
Master the in-demand skills needed to thrive in the entertainment industry's fastest-growing sector. Explore storytelling, world building and character development, while being supported to build your portfolio and kickstart your career in games design.
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BA(Hons) Jewellery Design
We are Jewellers - with a love of materials, making and contemporary design. By blending physical and digital skills, we develop authentic, relevant and critically engaged jewellery practices.
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BA(Hons) Illustration
Throughout our lives, illustration helps us all make sense of a complicated world. It is a communication tool that transcends language and culture, entertains and educates.
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BA(Hons) Illustration & Animation
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BA(Hons) Popular Music
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BA(Hons) Textile Design
Putting sustainability and heritage at the heart of contemporary design innovation.
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BA(Hons) Fine Art
The world needs fine art thinkers more than ever before. The ability to see the world through a unique filter, and then express and communicate this to others is vital in this time of change. It can potentially influence our culture, our mental well-being, politics, and even the economy.
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Songwriting and Music Production
Introduction to Logic and Music Production at Hereford College of Arts
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Accommodation
Your space to make pasta, make friends and make art in the heart of one of the UK’s happiest cities.
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Student Halls
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Private Landlords
Information about renting with private landlords in Hereford for students