University of the Arts London interior spatial design student. Copyright Mario A. Razetto.

The University of the Arts London is offering crucial support to help creative businesses survive the economic downturn thanks to a government fund of half a million pounds.

The fund will ease the transition between university and work by helping graduates find employment or to set up their own business.

Graduates will get advice on maximising the potential of their intellectual property and how to develop new markets. Support will also include mentoring programmes, training and specialist career advice.

London is Europe’s leading centre for the creative industries employing over 450,000 people – so it is the perfect place to find a job, set up a business or simply be creative.

Kevin – www.studylondon.ac.uk