Glasgow School of Art

About

The university’s history can be traced back to 1845 when it was discovered by the Pope’s decree, the Papal Bull. This makes Glasgow School of Art the fourth oldest English-speaking university. It is one of the most unique universities in the world in that it awards master’s degrees to undergraduate students for some programs. The university currently has five campuses.

They have expanded their programs to provide courses in topics such as biological and physical science, art, engineering, veterinary medicine, dentistry, medicine, law, education, humanities and social sciences, and more. The main campus is in Gilmorehill and the others are in the Dental College in the city center, Bearsden, Gartnavel Royal Hospital, Dumfries, and the Queen Elizabeth University. They annually take in 19000 undergraduate students and 6000 postgraduate students.

Types of Postgraduate Programs They Run

Glasgow School of Art provides several postgraduate-level degree programs across a range of fields. Some of these include communication design, interior design, fashion and textiles, fine art, design innovation, and environmental design, art writing, heritage visualisation, and more. Some of the award classifications their postgraduate courses offer include Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert), Master of Art (MA), Master of Research (MRes), and more.

Admissions Process

Students looking to study full-time undergraduate courses should apply via the UCAS. It is vital to include the correct institution and course codes, these can be found on the Glasgow School of Art website. Once you have sent your application, the university will be in touch with you to update you on the progress of your application.

Postgraduate applicants can apply to courses at the Glasgow School of Art directly on the website. Simply go to find a course and hit the apply now button. You will then be brought to an online application form which you can fill out. If you are applying for part-time courses, you can make your application in the same way. The university will then review your application and revert back to you.

Accommodation

Glasgow School of Art has a range of accommodation available for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying its programs. They have two halls of residence – Margaret Macdonald House and Blythswood House. Their halls are situated in the city center, nearby all necessary amenities, and public transport links. All of the halls are fully furnished and secure. All utilities are included in the rent price and laundry facilities are available on the sites. Students will also have access to free speedy Wi-Fi and contents insurance.

Your room will have a bed, mattress and a topper, a wardrobe, shelving, a desk, and a chair. Depending on which hall you stay in, you may have a private en-suite bathroom and a small cinema or games room. The kitchen and living areas are generally communal. You can apply for accommodation at Glasgow School of Art on their website.

Scholarships and Financial Support

Glasgow School of Art has a number of scholarships available for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Some of these scholarships include the GSA RUK Welcome Undergraduate Scholarship, the Rosemary Lucas Undergraduate Scholarship, the GSA Singapore Graduate Scholarship, and the John Hamilton Scholarship. For more details regarding the entry requirements or how to apply, visit the Glasgow School of Art website.

Contact Info

For general enquiries, call +44 141 353 4500 or email info@gsa.ac.uk