United Kingdom: Glasgow School of Art, Mackintosh School of Architecture
Founded in 1845, the GSA is one of the few remaining independent art schools in the UK and has occupied its present site in the centre of Glasgow since 1899. At the heart of the campus is the renowned Mackintosh Building one of the iconic buildings of the 20th century. The city is home to one of the UK’s largest and most vibrant, creative communities, drawn from talented individuals across the world.
University in brief
Language of instruction: English
Academic calendar: September-December and January-June
Credit system: 30 credits correspond to 30 hp
Website:
www.gsa.ac.uk/
Note: Please note that with Brexit, there may be additional costs for visas and NHS healthcare for exchange studies in the UK. Read more about this here:
Student visa
UK healthcare
Exchange opportunities
Number of spots: One full-year spot
Grade requirements: It is mandatory for architecture students that applies for exchange studies to submit a portfolio. The quality of the portfolio is evaluated by a jury that consist of the Programme Directors and a team of teachers at the School of Architecture. By reviewing the portfolio, the jury assesses whether the applicant can be considered to be nominated for an exchange spot.