Your Creative Future Starts Here: New Opportunities at East Sussex College
If you’re in Year 11 and deciding what comes next, East Sussex College offers creative courses that go beyond the classroom - helping you build confidence, develop real skills and see where a future in the creative industries could lead.
We’re proud to highlight the creative pathways we offer and the industry connections our students can access - helping you turn your creativity into a career you love.
From guest industry talks and live briefs to alumni success stories and real-world partnerships, our creative community helps you build the skills, confidence and connections for life.
Did you know that East Sussex College is the only further education member of Creative UK in the South East? That means if you join a creative course with us, you automatically become part of Creative UK, opening doors to opportunities across the UK’s creative industries.
What does this mean for you?
Studying a creative course at East Sussex College gives you access to:
Industry events and networking
You can join online events that connect you with emerging creative talent from across the UK, offering practical insight into freelance careers, transferable creative skills and navigating early careers as a neurodivergent creative.
Past speakers include a London Fashion Week Prize winner, a paper engineer working with clients such as Liberty and Fortnum & Mason, and a BBC-commissioned animator, with Q&A sessions offering direct access to advice and guidance.
Paid commissions
Creative UK offers paid opportunities to gain real-world experience, from short writing commissions promoted to a national audience to photographing key sector events throughout the year. With support from the Creative UK team, you can build professional skills alongside your studies to help you get industry ready.
Early career resources
Gain access to a dedicated portal packed with guidance and resources to support your early career. From building professional networks to staying on top of key sector developments, these tools are designed to help you navigate your first steps into industry. You’ll continue to have access to the portal for up to three years after you graduate, supporting your transition into work or further study.
Whether your passion is media, design, theatre, music, or another creative field, our creative courses and partnerships equip you with the skills, experience, and contacts to start a thriving career.
Your creative future is closer than you think. Explore our Creative Industries courses and start your journey today.