MidKent College (Inc Medway School of Arts)

About us

At MidKent College, we combine the strength and experience of one of Kent’s leading colleges with the creativity and ambition of Medway School of Arts (MSA). With campuses in Maidstone and Medway, we offer career-focused higher education designed to help students develop industry skills, confidence and professional connections.

Our courses are shaped by employer insight, expert teaching and real-world experience, giving students the opportunity to learn in professional environments and prepare for successful futures.

Through MSA, we are building an exciting new creative community for aspiring artists, designers and digital innovators, with a focus on collaboration, experimentation and contemporary practice.

Whether you are looking for a practical route into industry or a specialist creative education, we offer a supportive and ambitious environment where you can thrive, grow your network and build your future career.

What makes us different

We offer a balance between career-focused learning, personal support and creative ambition. You'll benefit from smaller class sizes, strong industry links and direct access to tutors who know you as an individual, helping you build confidence as well as professional skills. Our courses are designed with employers and industry partners to ensure your learning reflects the realities of today’s workplace.

Through MSA, you'll become part of a growing creative community in the heart of Medway's thriving arts scene shaped by collaboration, experimentation and contemporary practice. MSA combines specialist creative spaces with the energy of a new and evolving arts school, giving you the opportunity to help shape its culture and identity from the outset.

With professional-standard facilities, real-world projects and a supportive environment, we'll help you develop the skills, experience and mindset needed to progress into successful careers or further study.

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