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Sae Education

United Kingdom • Founded 1976

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: sae.edu

Overview

Founded: 1976
Institution Type: Institute of Technology
Control Type: Private-for-profit
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SAE (formerly SAE Institute, now SAE Creative Media Institute) is a creative media higher education provider with a campus in London, part of a global network established in 1976.

It offers degree programmes in creative media and technology, including audio production, audio software engineering, content creation and online marketing, creative computing and artificial intelligence, film production, and game and interactive audio. SAE's courses combine industry-standard studio and production facilities with practice-based teaching, aiming to prepare graduates for technical and creative careers across the audio, film, games and digital media industries.

Location & Contact

Below are Sae Education's address, location, and primary contact channels.

Academic Details

The figures below cover Sae Education's scale, staffing levels, and academic standing.

Academic Year: 2024/25
Total Students: 2,250
Female Students: 885

Programs Offered

All active programmes at Sae Education are listed by degree level.

16 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 16 programmes

Showing 10 of 16.

Scholarships in United Kingdom

These scholarships are open to students studying in the United Kingdom and may apply to programmes at Sae Education.

Additional Support Fund
University funded · Renewable · 900 GBP per year · Living Stipend · Covers Living
Up to £900 per academic year for undergraduate 'Home' students in extremely difficult financial circumstances, covering costs such as food, bills, travel, technology, prescriptions or emergency accommodation.
Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Care Experienced and Estranged Students Bursary
University funded · Renewable · 2,000 GBP per year · Living Stipend · Covers Living
A non-repayable £2,000 grant per academic year, paid in four instalments (three during term, one over summer), for care-experienced or estranged undergraduate students.
Creative Computing and AI Progression Award
University funded · International students · 1,000 GBP per total · Living Stipend · Covers Living
A one-off £1,000 cash award for the first 10 new students who firmly accept a place on BSc (Hons) Creative Computing and AI at SAE London for September 2026, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
My SAE Bursary
University funded · Renewable · 300 GBP per semester · Living Stipend · Covers Living
Up to £300 per trimester for the duration of the course, for UK-domiciled undergraduates with a household income below £30,000, to help with equipment or living costs.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Sae Education

A short guide to applying to Sae Education — five steps.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Sae Education runs 16 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Before applying to Sae Education, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for United Kingdom.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Sae Education's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Apply through UCAS or direct entry

    Route your application through UCAS (ucas.com) for undergraduate entry to Sae Education. For postgraduate entry, apply directly through Sae Education's own admissions portal at www.sae.edu.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sae Education

Common questions about Sae Education — answers from its published profile.

In what year was Sae Education established?

Sae Education was founded in 1976 (approximately 50 years ago).

Where can I find Sae Education?

The institution is located in London, United Kingdom.

Is Sae Education a public or private institution?

It is a private-for-profit higher-education institution.

How many students does Sae Education have?

The institution has a student body of 2,250.

What is Sae Education's official website?

You can find Sae Education online at www.sae.edu.

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