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Established in 1976, SAE Creative Media Institute provides niche creative media programs to about 10,000 students at more than 50 campuses around the world.

SAE is recognized for providing students with access to the best industry equipment and facilities, employing teaching staff with strong industry experience and delivering hands-on teaching and learning in small class environments. The Institute engages with industry to develop a curriculum that is relevant to local and global workforce needs. Work placements and internships are embedded in SAE programs are pathways to employment.

Globally, SAE offers an extensive suite of creative media programs, from short courses and professional training through to bachelor and postgraduate degrees.

SAE UK offers industry-focused creative media honors degrees, skills diplomas and short courses across six subject areas - Animation, Audio, Film, Games, Music Business, and Web Development.

SAE students graduate in just two years and benefit from hands-on access to industry-standard equipment, learning in small classes with exceptional levels of one to one support.

Our global community of inspirational alumni is winners of Oscars, Grammys, and BAFTAS.

Our influence and reach in the sector are worldwide.

In the UK for over 40 years, we have provided creative media training and education to thousands of students on four campuses in London, Liverpool, Oxford, and Glasgow.

The SAE Alumni Association is a global network of over 15,000 graduates and industry professionals who have studied at SAE.

Alumni are spread across the world and occupy various roles at production houses, design institutes, studios, venues, and more.

All SAE graduates become members of the Alumni Association upon graduating and are entitled to a number of benefits, including:

  • A global network of creative media professionals
  • Regular communication and event information
  • Employment and professional development opportunities
  • A platform to connect with industry partners

The SAE Alumni Convention is a premier creative industry event, bringing together industry innovators, thought leaders, and SAE alumni from across the globe.

Traditionally held in Germany, the annual event features over 50 international guest speakers and an exclusive exhibition showcasing 90 of the world's top digital brands.

Important Facts

Find out what makes us the world’s leading educator for creative media industries.

  • With over 50 campuses worldwide and over 40 years experience providing specialist vocational and higher education courses, SAE is a strong network of experts, practiced in shaping raw talent into outstanding industry-ready professionals.
  • Practical skills are really important here at SAE. Our unique learning approach involves blending vocational and academic elements from the start. You will be producing real-world projects in small creative teams, which means you will have a competitive edge and an impressive portfolio when you graduate.
  • SAE houses state-of-the-art facilities and equipment which all of our students benefit from. Your learning experience will be professionally enhanced by access to the latest industry-standard software and equipment, including purpose-built sound studios, high-tech computer labs and editing suites. We even have our own global radio station with Energy Groove Media.
  • Our expert technical staff and specialist tutors boast a wealth of experience in the industry which will benefit you directly. Through their practical one-to-one support and guidance you will be equipped with unrivalled expertise and knowledge which will shape you into a true creative professional.
  • All new international students are offered the opportunity to partner with a second year student who knows the ropes and can help you with any questions or practical problems you have regarding settling in. This will ensure you are making the most out of your academic experience from day one.
  • Our accelerated 2-year degrees ensure that you are equipped with all the necessary skills, training and experience faster. You’ll be industry-ready and embarking on your dream career in the creative industry before you know it!
  • SAE is proud to have an alumni network of over 12,000 members across the globe, who are all connected by their passion for creativity. Our fantastic range of connections will give you insight into how industry works and what employers look for in graduates. Every year the SAE Alumni Convention takes place in Germany, and is a fantastic opportunity for our graduates to meet up with other industry professionals.

Ranking / Awards

World-renowned for Animation, Film, Gaming, Music and other courses in the creative industries. Given the vast options of campus locations, any destination can be chosen worldwide according to the the budget of the applicant. 

SAE Education Ltd received a commendable outcome from the review visit by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) in 2016 and submitted an annual return in April 2017 that demonstrates that it is continuing to maintain academic standards and enhance the quality of student learning opportunities and information about learning opportunities.

All degree programmes are Quality Assured by Middlesex University. This programme was developed and is delivered and assessed by SAE Institute, awarded by and quality assured by Middlesex University.

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Annual Cost of living 12006 GBP /year
Average Annual UG Fee 13000 GBP
Average Annual PG Fee 6750 GBP
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  • SAE House, 297 Kingsland Rd, Haggerston, London E8 4DD, United Kingdom
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Campus Information

London Bank Studio Campus

9 studios, 4 live rooms and a drum booth all in one building - this is Bankstock! Immerse yourself in the creative capital Bankstock Studios are packed with amazing equipment and incredible facilities to help you engineer your success as an artist and are just a short and picturesque canal walk away from the main SAE London campus building, SAE London House - where you will find one of the UK's largest dedicated foley rooms for student use.

London Campus

SAE London is a busy cosmopolitan campus situated in trendy East London between Hackney and Shoreditch. The two campus buildings are SAE House and Bankstock Studios, which are just a short and picturesque canal walk apart.

Oxford Campus

SAE Oxford is the global headquarters for SAE Institute’s 54 campuses worldwide and is at the heart of our creative media education network. Set outside the city centre in a newly refurbished listed building, it houses all of the specialist industry equipment needed to take you from enthusiastic amateur to honed professional.

Liverpool Campus

Our recently refurbished campus boasts brand new Mac Labs, green screen and industry standard production studios full of the high specification equipment favoured by professionals. We regularly hold Live Lounge recording sessions featuring local bands - filmed and recorded by our own students. Look out for session recordings on our social channels.

Glasgow Campus

The Glasgow campus opened in 1990 and has since established itself as a premier training facility for audio and digital filmmaking creatives, with a strong reputation in the industry. Our campus is bursting with creative talent nurtured by a committed team of academic staff, supervisors and administrators who are here to offer one-to-one support and coaching. SAE courses are highly practical, so from day one you’ll be in the custom-built studios enjoying hands-on access to industry standard facilities and equipment.

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BA/BSc (Hons) Audio Production

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  • Total Tuition Fee 26000 GBP
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BA/BSc (Hons) Digital Film Production

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BA/BSc (Hons) Game Art Animation

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BA/BSc (Hons) Music Business

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  • Total Tuition Fee 26000 GBP
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BA/BSc (Hons) Visual Effects and Animation

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BA/BSc (Hons) Web Development

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BSc (Hons) Games Programming

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MA/MSc Professional Practice (Creative Media Industries)

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  • Total Tuition Fee 6750 GBP
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