About this Event
Thinking about your next creative step? Join us in New York for an informal, in-person conversation about studying at the RCA.
Whether your passion lies in art, design, architecture, communication, humanities, or interdisciplinary practice, this session is designed to help you navigate your postgraduate journey. You'll learn how the RCA supports artists, designers, and researchers, while gaining insight into living and studying in London.
You’re invited to meet and in New York to get your questions answered and connect with fellow creatives.
What to expect
- 6pm – Welcome & registration
- 6.15pm – Discover the RCA: presentation
- 7.00pm – Open Q&A
- 7.30pm – Application insights & portfolio Q&A
- 8pm – Event closes
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
- Creatives exploring postgraduate routes in any discipline, we welcome applicants across all subject areas.
- Current RCA applicants and offer-holders looking to connect before moving to London.
- Friends, family, or mentors (just please ensure they book a free ticket, too!).
Please note: As the RCA is a dedicated postgraduate institution, all attendees must be aged 18 or over.
Can I have a personal one-to-one chat?
Absolutely. We’re holding one-to-one events on the 24th October. Book a place.
How to join
This event is completely free to attend, but places are limited. Pre-booking is essential to guarantee your spot.
About the hosts
Professor Greame Brooker is the Head of Programme for Interior Design MA at the RCA with extensive experience in practice, education and research.
Graeme Brooker studied and practiced Interior design in London and Manchester, teaching Interior Architecture in Cardiff between 1997–2004. He then commenced the role of the head of Interior Design at Manchester Metropolitan University, and between 2004–2011 led the BA, MA and the Design Research Centre. In 2011 he was Principal Lecturer in Interior Architecture and Urbanism at Brighton University before, in 2013, becoming the head of the newly formed department of Fashion and Interiors at Middlesex University in London. He joined the RCA as Head of Programme in 2015.
Brooker has taught in various institutions in America, Europe and Asia, and was visiting professor in Antwerp (2010–13), and Milan (2014). Since 2010 he has keynoted and presented at over 30 international conferences, and has either externally examined or validated provision at over 25 institutions including Hong Kong, Moscow, and Chicago. He is a Principal Fellow of the HEA, and the author of numerous books on the histories, theories and processes of the interior.
Rob Flattery, Head of Student Recruitment and Marketing at RCA. Rob is a higher education marketing and student recruitment expert working to find, attract and guide the best students from around the World to the RCA.
With over 15-years’ experience, Rob’s expertise covers marketing strategy, brand and campaign management, international and domestic student recruitment, partner management, communications, digital and alumni relations.
Rob is a member of both the Chartered Institute of Marketing and Royal Historical Society.
Stay connected
From visa and funding advice to public exhibitions and open days, our event calendar is always evolving. Most sessions are free, open to all, and designed to help you navigate your postgraduate journey.
Keeping our events accessible & inclusive
The RCA is a diverse and welcoming community, and our events are informal spaces designed entirely for your support and insight, they have no impact on the admissions process.
For any access requirements or adjustments, please email [email protected]; support guests are also welcome, please book them a free ticket too.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Farm SoHo NYC - Coworking Office Space and Private Offices, 447 Broadway, New York, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.