Meet the Royal College of Art in Liverpool

Schedule

Tue Jan 20 2026 at 05:30 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Clockwise Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool - Coworking & Office Space | Liverpool, EN

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About this Event

This event is for those exploring postgraduate routes in art, design, architecture, communication, humanities and interdisciplinary practice. Learn more about how the RCA supports artists, designers and researchers to develop their work in an international context and what prospective students need to know about living and studying in London.

You’re invited to meet Dr Spyros Bofylatos (Tutor, Design Products MA) in Liverpool for an in-person conversation about studying at the RCA.



What to expect

Tuesday 20 January 2026

Portfolio workshop, 5.30-6.15pm

A 45 minute workshop to develop and improve your portfolios whether they are ready to submit or a first draft. Prepare one or two digital pages (research and process) to bring to the session.

Information talk and Q&A, 6.30-8.30pm

6.30pm - Guest arrivals and refreshments

7pm - About the RCA presentation and Q&A

8.30pm - End

We'd love you to join for all parts of the event but if you can only join for part of it, that's fine too.



Who is this event for
  • Those interested in postgraduate study at the Royal College of Art
  • Current RCA applicants and offer-holders
  • Friends and family are also welcome to join, though please ensure they have a ticket

You don't have to specialise in any discipline to attend this event: we welcome guests planning to apply to all subject areas.

Due to the postgraduate nature of RCA study, all attendees must be over 18.



Can I have a personal one-to-one chat?

Yes! We're delighted you're thinking of starting your RCA journey. Please email [email protected] if you would like to book an informal portfolio discussion.



How to join

The event is free to attend, but please note that places are limited. Pre-booking is essential to guarantee your spot.



About the host

(Tutor, )

Spyros is a design researcher and educator. His research looks at how research-through-design can comprehend how we can transition towards sustainability.

Dr Spyros Bofylatos is a Tutor (Research) in the Design Products MA and an executive director of the European Academy of Design. He has worked in various research projects dealing with design as an agent of change. His research sprawls around design for sustainability, craft, material driven design and social innovation. He has more than a decade of experience in design education and creative facilitation having taught in Greece, India, Germany, Portugal and the UK.



Other events at the RCA

We are continually adding to our diverse programme of events: conversations on key topics such as funding advice and portfolio development, symposia, exhibitions, open days and more. Many are free and open to the public.

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Where is it happening?

Clockwise Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool - Coworking & Office Space, Edward Pavillion, Liverpool, United Kingdom

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