ConTINUING EDUCATION PORTFOLIO Portfolio Preparation Day Course
The Portfolio Preparation Course is immersed within the broader Glasgow School of Art community. A creative hothouse - you will be part of an environment where new ideas are always encouraged and developed by both students and staff. Concentrating on fine art, design and architecture, we share a passion for every aspect of visual culture. The Department of Continuing Education runs a Portfolio Preparation Day Course aimed at assisting students in the preparation of a body of work for application to their chosen area of study. The course provides students with their own Portfolio studio in the Mackintosh Building, giving students the opportunity to work in a unique art school environment, an exciting and dynamic place full of creativity and inspiration. Students attending this course have been consistently successful in achieving entry to Higher or Further Education Fine Art and Design courses, both in Glasgow and further afield.
THE COURSE is studio based, running 2.5 days per week for 25 weeks from August to March. Broad based and flexible in content, the course is structured to assist students in the selection of a specialist area of study. With drawing as its foundation, the course is project and critique driven. Projects vary in length ranging from one-day workshops to those that run over two to four weeks. Seminars, exhibition visits and discussion groups aim to broaden student s awareness of both historical and contemporary art practices. These underpin and support the studio work, enabling students to contextualise their practice and situate their work within a broader artistic context. The course provides a platform for feedback and review of work, as well as advice on selection and presentation of work for inclusion in a portfolio for application. What our former students thought The experiences I gained from the portfolio day course were entirely unique and offered me the perfect stepping stone between school and a degree course. The course was a wonderful influence on my work and style while allowing me to work and think independently, supported by the brilliant tuition given. Lauren Bryden, GSA Graduate, Textiles THE TUTORS have extensive teaching experience and are practicing designers and artists with a strong commitment to the practice of drawing and promoting the creative process.
course times Students are split into two separate groups as requested when applying. There are currently 18 places available in each option. Option 1 Monday 9.30am 4.30pm Tuesday 9.30am 4.30pm Wednesday 9.30am 12.30pm Option 2 Wednesday 1.30pm 4.30pm Thursday 9.30am 4.30pm Friday 9.30am 4.30pm What our former students thought The portfolio course at GSA is the perfect introduction for anyone planning to pursue an art education. It gives you a solid grounding in all aspects of art and design practice and provides a nurturing atmosphere to explore your own potential. Personally, I would not have been in a position to make an application without it. Diane Hutchison, GSA Graduate, Fine Art Painting
COURSE FEE The fee for this course may vary and will be available on application. Students who have been offered a place on the course are eligible to apply for a Leverhulme Scholarship which, if successful, would award the student a full fee waiver. HOW TO APPLY Applicants are required to complete a written application form to be submitted with a sample of their most recent work, direct to the Department of Continuing Education. The Department accepts applications on a rolling format from the application opening date (which is released in January). Applicants may be asked to attend a short, informal interview. Questions If you have any questions about the course or would like to request an application form, please contact the Department of Continuing Education: Continuing Education 167 Renfrew Street Glasgow G3 6RQ con-ed@gsa.ac.uk 0141 353 4596/4565 www.gsa.ac.uk/portfolioprep www.facebook.com/gsacontinuingeducation To view a short film about the course please visit the following website page and click on Portfolio Preparation Course at The Glasgow School of Art www.vimeo.com/gsofa/videos Please note that completing the Portfolio Day Course does not guarantee a place on an undergraduate course. The information contained in this flyer is correct at the time of going to print and the School reserves the right to amend details as circumstances dictate. The Glasgow School of Art is a charity registered in Scotland, charity number SC012490.