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In-person Programme
The Young Art & Design Summer Experience
by InvestIN
An in-person London art and design experience where students create work, receive professional feedback and curate a gallery exhibition.
Last verified: 31 Jul 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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Young Art and Design Experience at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Recently closed
Eligibility
Ages 15-18
Age range / Year group
15-18
Location / Region
London, UK
Cost
£2,225 to £4,400
Duration
1 or 2 weeks
Format
In person
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Accommodation: Optional residential
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Certificate / outcome: Portfolio and certificate
Contact time: 25 to 65 hours
Young Art and Design Experience summary
This is a practical art and design summer experience in which students try studio techniques, gallery learning and creative project work.
The two-week route builds towards a public-style exhibition and a portfolio, with feedback from artists and design professionals.
It suits students who want to test creative careers through making work rather than only hearing about them.
What is The Young Art & Design Summer Experience?
The Young Art & Design Summer Experience is an InvestIN Education programme centred on hands-on creative practice in London. Students work through artistic masterclasses, professional site visits and career simulations designed to show how artists and designers develop ideas and work in the field.
The experience combines studio-based learning with gallery activity, portfolio coaching and exhibition planning. Students can explore media including drawing, print, textiles, animation, photography and graphic design while meeting practitioners from several creative specialisms.
Why Succeed highlights Young Art and Design Experience
It gives students a substantial body of work to develop into a portfolio, rather than offering only career talks.
The programme links studio experimentation to a final exhibition, making curation and presentation part of the experience.
A wide mix of creative media lets students test several art and design pathways before specialising.
Professional critiques and artist-led sessions create a clear feedback loop for improving work.
Who is Young Art and Design Experience for?
Best for
15-18-year-olds who want an intensive, practical introduction to art and design, especially those beginning a creative portfolio for future applications.
Not ideal if
You only want a short online course, need a guaranteed academic qualification without additional assessment, or prefer a narrow single-discipline programme.
Is Young Art and Design Experience worth it?
For a student who learns by making, this is a strong way to sample several creative disciplines, receive critique and leave with work that can be developed further. The exhibition element is particularly useful because it asks students to consider presentation as well as production.
Its value depends on engaging seriously with the workshops and reflecting on the work afterwards. The fee is substantial, and students seeking a deeply specialised course in one medium may get more focused development elsewhere.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
£2,225 to £4,400; includes Programme materials, equipment and resources., Hands-on career simulations., On-site safeguarding and pastoral care., Digital certificate and programme assessment., Up to two or five professional venue excursions, depending on package..
Accommodation
Optional residential
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Supervision or safety information
It includes a private ensuite room, breakfast and dinner, social activities, travel between accommodation and venues, and 24/7 safeguarding and pastoral support.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 or 2 weeks; London, UK.
What to check before committing
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Compare with similar programmesHow much preparation does Young Art and Design Experience need?
Effort level
Moderate to high.
Best started
Plan 6-8 weeks before a summer start, especially if arranging accommodation or travel.
Main challenge
Turning varied experiments into a coherent portfolio and exhibition contribution.
Typical preparation
Gather 6-10 examples of work you are proud of and note what you want to improve.
Research the creative disciplines on the timetable so you can ask focused questions of professionals.
If travelling from abroad, arrange travel documents, insurance and accommodation planning well ahead.
Bring a short list of portfolio or career questions to use during feedback and networking sessions.
Useful if
You are ready to try unfamiliar materials and act on critique.
What do students do on Young Art and Design Experience?
Students move from gallery observation and artistic experiments to portfolio development, specialist workshops and exhibition curation. The longer options add more professional contact time, site visits and career-development activity.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Explore art history and sketch London landscapes during a gallery-focused session.
- 2
Practise media including life drawing, bookbinding, screen printing, textiles and photography.
- 3
Develop illustration, animation, concept art and graphic design ideas with professional feedback.
- 4
Build and photograph work for a portfolio.
- 5
Plan, curate and present work in a London gallery exhibition.
Young Art and Design Experience dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
One-week run
27 July to 31 July 2026
Latest verified first-week programme dates.
Two-week run
27 July to 7 August 2026
Latest verified two-week programme dates.
Registration
Rolling admissions
Places are allocated first-come, first-served.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Accommodation check-in | 26 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
One-week run | 27 July to 31 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Two-week run | 27 July to 7 August 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Registration | Rolling admissions | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Eligibility and requirements
Aged 15-18.
No prior art or design knowledge required.
B2 upper-intermediate English minimum.
Students over 18 cannot attend.
Individual and school bookings accepted.
How much does Young Art and Design Experience cost?
One-week programme
£2,225 — 25 professional contact hours.
Funding or discounts
- Two-week programme: £3,275 — 50 professional contact hours.
- Two-week Premium: £4,400 — 65 contact hours and premium benefits.
- Residential package: £3,725 to £7,550 — Total package price varies by duration.
- Bursary places: Free — Available for financially eligible students.
What's included
Programme materials, equipment and resources., Hands-on career simulations., On-site safeguarding and pastoral care., Digital certificate and programme assessment., Up to two or five professional venue excursions, depending on package.
How to apply to Young Art and Design Experience
- 1
Choose the art and design career experience on the provider website.
- 2
Select a programme length and available start date.
- 3
Choose residential or non-residential attendance if available.
- 4
Register online and pay in full or secure a place with the stated deposit.
- 5
Complete the mandatory enrolment form before arrival.
What does Young Art and Design Experience cover?
The programme covers the following focus areas.
Gallery and visual analysis
Study art techniques, sketch the London skyline and learn to evaluate displayed work.
Studio practice
Experiment with sculpture, life drawing, screen printing, bookbinding and other artistic media.
Illustration and animation
Create characters and storyboards, then film a stop-motion claymation project.
Design and exhibition
Explore branding, textiles and concept art before curating a final exhibition.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Young Art and Design Experience?
A typical day during the programme.
Morning studios
Workshops, gallery visits or creative project sessions.
Lunch break
Scheduled weekday break.
Afternoon studios
Continued creative practice, portfolio work or exhibition preparation.
Residential evenings
Social activities including games, film and wellness events.
Who teaches on Young Art and Design Experience?
Students are coached through immersive experiences by artists working across fine art, graphic design, illustration and animation. The wider programme content is developed by InvestIN's programme team and delivered by professionals in their fields.
Professional feedback and optional one-to-one portfolio critiques are available.
Where do students stay on Young Art and Design Experience?
Residential plan
- Accommodation choice: Students may choose residential or non-residential attendance.
- University halls: Central London halls used by University of London students, including UCL and LSE halls.
- Private ensuite room: All listed rooms are single and en-suite.
- Meals and activities: Breakfast, dinner, evening and weekend activities are included in the residential package.
- Pastoral support: Residential support includes 24/7 safeguarding and pastoral care.
Airport transfers are available as an optional checkout add-on.
What happens after Young Art and Design Experience?
After completing this programme, participants often pursue:
Develop a portfolio for university, grants and awards applications.
Receive a personalised digital certificate after completing the online assessment.
Two-week students receive a physical certificate and industry reference letter.
Complete the assessed Level 3 work-experience option for eight UCAS points where selected.
Use artist feedback and exhibition experience to identify next creative steps.
The Level 3 Award depends on completing the relevant assessment and option.
Where does Young Art and Design Experience take place?
The programme is based at UCL and the surrounding University of London campus in London, with selected days at industry locations around the city. The creative schedule also includes a visit to a leading public gallery and a final exhibition at a London gallery space.
Young Art and Design Experience FAQs
No. The programme states that no prior knowledge or experience is required.
The timetable includes work such as life drawing, bookbinding, screen printing, illustration, animation, textiles, photography, concept art and graphic design.
Yes. Residential accommodation is optional, with private ensuite rooms at central London university halls. Students can also attend as day students.
It includes a private ensuite room, breakfast and dinner, social activities, travel between accommodation and venues, and 24/7 safeguarding and pastoral support.
Students who complete the post-programme online assessment receive a personalised digital certificate. Students on two-week programmes also receive a physical certificate and industry reference letter.
Yes. Students compile work from the programme into a portfolio intended for university, grant and award applications.
The stated minimum is B2, upper-intermediate level on the CEFR scale.
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Ben Stacy
Co-founder, Succeed | Former secondary teacher and educational leader
Ben works at the intersection of education, technology and school adoption, with expertise in how secondary schools evaluate data-driven tools and how education technology is used in practice.
Sources & verification
Source types reviewed
- English as a foreign language – InvestIN Education
- 404 Not Found – InvestIN Education
- Book A Consultation With Us – InvestIN Education
- Download Programme Brochure
- Explore Our Summer Experiences - Download Your Brochure – InvestIN Education
- InvestIN FAQs: Everything to Know About Our Career Experience Programmes – InvestIN Education
- How to make your university application stand out – InvestIN Education
- Art & Design Work Experience in London for Year 10-12 – InvestIN Education
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