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Creative Careers
People have many reasons for studying with us at OCA, but one of the most common is to start a new career.
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You could be launching your career, changing careers, or setting out on something new entirely. Whichever stage of the journey you’re at, the skills and knowledge you’ll gain from an OCA qualification will help you on the way to a creative career.
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OCA degree courses will show you how to sustain your artistic practice post-graduation and into your chosen career path. Our tutors, as practicing artists themselves, can assist in guiding your progress and pass on useful advice on the best approach to make your passion into a career.
"Working in the arts isn't always easy but it is hugely fulfilling and I think if you're determined you can find ways to make it work."
Careers Week
July 2025
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Using OCA Graduate and Staff feedback, this Careers Week Zine was developed by OCA Student Experience Advisor Hollie Parks. Click to view and download.
If you are an OCA Graduate who would be interested in leading a workshop or talk, or would like to write a blog post about your practice, we'd love to hear from you - email blog@oca.ac.uk
"Just keep going. Work on developing a career alongside your creative practice which enables and enriches it, to help you keep going. Be nice to everyone and meet your deadlines. Practise your practice."
Discover more about Creative Careers in specific disciplines on the OCA website.