Meet the Royal College of Art in Manchester

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 Peter Nencini (Senior Tutor, Visual Communication MA) and Charlie Smith (Events Officer ) in Manchester for an in-person conversation about studying at the RCA.

Tuesday 3 March 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 - 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.

• 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.

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.

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

(Senior Tutor, )

Peter is a maker and educator, interested in the stories absorbed by objects as they fall in to and out of use.

He is a Senior Tutor in Visual Communication at the Royal College of Art, having previously taught at Camberwell College of Arts, Norwich University of the Arts and Chelsea College of Art & Design. He has given guest talks and workshops at Ecole Supérieure d’Art et Design Valence, Sint-Lucas / Vooruit Ghent and Pratt Institute New York.

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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