How to Apply & Programme Talks, Saturday 31 October

How to Apply & Programme Talks are a chance to hear from staff and students in greater detail about specific programmes, as well as tips on applying to art school and developing a strong portfolio.

Please note that sometimes these talks can be very busy. If we need to limit numbers for a particular talk, we may ask that potential applicants only attend. Guests are welcome to get a cup of coffee at the Students' Association on Scott Street throughout the day.

How to Apply Talks
‍

10:30 – 11:00
Welcome to the GSA with Director & Principal, Professor Penny Macbeth
Reid Building Lecture Theatre, Basement

Professor Penny Macbeth, Director and Principal of the GSA will welcome you to Open Day, introducing you to the art school and our creative community or artists, designers, architects and innovators. This is a pre-bookable talk. Book via Eventbrite.

11:15 – 12:00
How to Apply to the GSA and Student Panel Q&A Session
Reid Building Lecture Theatre, Basement
‍
This session will detail how to apply for programmes across our four academic schools – The Mackintosh School of Architecture, School of Fine Art, School of Design, School of Innovation & Technology. Staff from our admissions team will take you through the application process, as well as key dates and deadlines for making your application. The session will be followed by a student panel Q&A session where you can hear from our students about their experience of life and study at the GSA.  

13:30 – 14:00
Creative Futures — Careers Through Art School
Reid Building Lecture Theatre, Basement
‍
Join the GSA Careers team for a session exploring the wide range of opportunities and career paths that that an art school education can unlock. The session will explore career pathways, connections to industry and the opportunities that creative education can build for you in the creative sector and beyond.  

13:30 – 14:00
Parents & Caregivers Talk
Bourdon Building, Lecture Theatre, First Floor
‍
Parents, caregivers and family members are invited to find out more about the GSA’s admissions processes; what applicants can expect; and how you can support them.

‍

Talks in the School of Design

11:00 – 12:00
Communication Design Programme Talk (followed by Studio Tour)
Reid Building, DEAL Space, Ground Floor
(this talk is repeated at 14:00)

11:00 – 11:45
Product Design Engineering Programme Talk
Reid Building, Principal Seminar Room 1, Ground Floor

11:15 – 12:15
Fashion Design Programme Talk
Bourdon Building, Lecture Theatre, First Floor

11:45 – 12:30
Fashion Narrative Programme Talk
Reid Building, Principal Seminar Room 1, Ground Floor

12:30 – 13:30
Textile Design Programme Talk
Reid Building, Principal Seminar Room 1, Ground Floor

13:00 – 14:00
Interaction Design Programme Talk
Reid Building, DEAL Space, Ground Floor

13:30 -14:30
Silversmithing and Jewellery Programme Talk
Reid Building, Principal Seminar Room 1, Ground Floor

14.00- 15.00
‍Communication Design Programme Talk (followed by Studio Tour)
Reid Building, DEAL Space, Ground Floor

14:15 – 15:00
Interior Design Programme Talk
Reid Building, Lecture Theatre, Basement

14:30 – 15:00
Graduate Diploma in Art, Design & Creative Practices Programme Talk
Reid Building, Principal Seminar Room 1, Ground Floor  

‍

Talks in the School of Fine Art

12:15-13:15
Welcome to the School of Fine Art
Reid Building, Lecture Theatre, Basement  
Join us for this introduction to the School of Fine Art. The talk will briefly introduce you to our undergraduate departments — Painting and Printmaking; Sculpture and Environmental Art; Fine Art Photography; and Fine Art Critical Studies.  

15:15-16:00
Painting and Printmaking Programme Talk
Reid Building, Lecture Theatre, Basement

‍

Talks in the School of Innovation and Technology

12:00 – 13:00
Product Design Programme Talk
Haldane Building, Cinema, First Floor

14:00 -15:00
Product Design Programme Talk
Haldane Building, Cinema, First Floor

15:00 – 16:00
BDes Sound Programme Talk and Workshop
Reid Building, DEAL Space, Ground Floor

16:00 – 17:00
BSc Immersive Systems Design (3D Modelling and Games & Virtual Reality) Programme Talk and workshop
Reid Building, DEAL Space, Ground Floor

‍‍

Talks in the Mackintosh School of Architecture

‍

10:15 – 11:00
Welcome to the Mackintosh School of Architecture
Bourdon Building, Studio Review Space, Second Floor
The session introduces you to the different programmes we offer at undergraduate level within the Mackintosh School of Architecture. It will give you an insight in MSA’s approach to teaching future architects and an insight into some of the varied work and career paths of graduates from the School.  

12:30 – 13:15 & 15:15 – 16:00
Architecture Portfolio Advice Session
Bourdon Building, Studio Review Space, Second Floor
The session is aimed at those interested in studying any of our undergraduate programmes, and will give you a better understanding of how to put together a strong portfolio for your application to GSA. The session will look at examples of portfolios from current students within MSA.