Meet the Royal College of Art in Rome

Studying at the Royal College of Art places you in London: a city internationally renowned for its creativity, culture and diversity - the perfect place to develop your creative career in. What do prospective students need to know about living and studying in the UK?

You’re invited to meet Dr Spyros Bofylatos (Tutor Research on Design Products MA) and Charlie Smith (Events and Recruitment Officer) in Rome for an in-person conversation about studying at the RCA.

What to expect

Saturday 4 October, 1- 3pm

1pm - Guest arrivals and refreshments

1.30pm - About the RCA presentation and Q&A

2.30pm - Networking and group portfolio workshop

3pm - 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.

How to join

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

I'm thinking of applying to the RCA - can I have an informal portfolio chat?

Yes! We're delighted you're thinking of starting your RCA journey. Please join our portfolio workshop at the event to learn more.

About the hosts

Dr Spyros Bofylatos (Tutor Reserach on Design Products MA) - 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.

Charlie Smith (Events and Recruitment Officer) - Charlie joined the RCA as the Events and Recruitment Officer in 2024. She supports the marketing team by curating UK and International events designed to attract people to the Royal College of Art and help them find out more about the college, what it means to study a postgraduate art & design degree and how to develop one's creative practice into a successful application.

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.