Free creative careers course blending tech, industry practice, and purpose for residents of Camden, Hackney and Islington aged 18–35 from LIFT and A New Direction.
Kickstart your creative career with Non Linear; a free, hands-on Creative + Digital Foundations Programme designed by UAL’s Creative Computing Institute, Failsafe Collective, and leading industry partners like Frieze, Publicis and Universal Films.
What you’ll gain:
- Industry-ready skills and access to placements
- AI fundamentals for creative sectors
- Real-world briefs and work experience
- A portfolio piece that stands out Creative habits to build your future
Our 6 guiding principles: Participate. Purpose. Process. Practice. Play. Pause.
Course breakdown:
Chapter 1: Creative community and storytelling (Failsafe, A New Direction)
Chapter 2: Machine learning content creation (UAL’ s Creative Computing Institute)
Chapter 3: Industry briefs and work experience (partners from film, tech, and more)
Who we’re looking for:
Aged 18–35 Living in Camden, Islington or Hackney
We especially welcome applicants who are: Unemployed or from low-income households From global majority backgrounds Disabled Women or non-binary
Key dates: Application deadline: 10 October Assessment day: 22 October at Good Growth Hub, Hackney Wick Course dates: 10 November 2025 - 27 February 2026 (Mon-Wed, 10am-5pm; dates may flex) Application link: bit.ly/non-linear-2025
How to Apply
Please complete this expression of interest, which asks you to respond to why you are interested in the course and what you hope to gain as a participant. The EOI form provides some FAQ clues on what we are looking for please read these as a guide.
We will provide an information session on:
- Thursday 2 October, 10am (sign up)
Deadline is Friday 10 October 2025, and we aim to hold an in person assessment day on Tuesday 21 October 2025 (timing TBC).
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