Continuing Education Portfolio Day Brochure - Glasgow School of Art

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.