Scottish urban landscapes in film and glass: Glasgow School of Art (GSA)
Applications are now closed for summer 2022
Any questions please contact: internationalsummerschools@glasgow.ac.uk
This is a unique opportunity to combine study at the University and the Glasgow School of Art (GSA). GSA is an internationally-recognised institution specialising in Schools of Fine Art, Design and Architecture. GSA collaborates and transforms thinking by developing creative approaches with new audiences.
This course in collaboration with GSA, will allow you to immerse yourself in the picturesque West of Scotland landscape and Glasgow’s urban cityscape, where grit and glamour collide, and where beautiful architecture and green spaces sit alongside relics of an industrial past.
It will combine off site research and practical experience in the GSA’s Photography and Glass Workshops. You will gain skills in SLR photography, leading onto the design, planning and making of a bespoke stained glass panel, referencing your printed images and research materials.
- Photography: The aim is to equip you with skills in taking photographs, fine printing and finishing/presentation of work.
- Stained Glass: You will be introduced to a range of glass techniques including cutting glass, glass painting, leading, copper foiling and soldering, and apply these to the creation of a glass panel.
Note if you plan to take this in conjunction with another course you will be able to reference your experience in a sketchbook and capture it on camera. The printed images and research materials will be used in your final week of study to design and create a bespoke Stained-Glass Panel.
This course as a stand-alone option but some students may wish to combine it with another of our Summer School courses.
Key facts
Arrival: Wednesday, 13 July 2022
Orientation: Thursday, 14 July
Vacate accommodation: Saturday, 23 July
Full timetable of activities is below
Credits: 10
Tuition cost: £1000 and includes accommodation at the Glasgow School of Art
More details: Fees and what's included
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
- GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent)
- you should be currently enrolled at an international higher education institution.
If your first language is not English, you must meet our minimum proficiency level:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training) overall score of 6.0, with no sub test less than 5.5
- we also accept equivalent scores in other recognised qualifications such as ibTOEFL, CAE, CPE and more
- visit eligibility
This is a guide, for further information email internationalsummerschools@glasgow.ac.uk
Daily timetable
Wednesday, 13 July
- Arrival and airport pick up UofG Student Assistants
- Check-in GSA Blythswood House accommodation
Thursday, 14 July
- Orientation and visa checks UofG (AM) at Main Campus
- Orientation GSA at Blythswood House (PM)
Friday, 15 July
- Introduction to the Digital camera and Monday’s assignment discussion - Blythswood House (AM)
Weekend
- Day excursion
Monday 18 July
- Day’s assignment taking photos in and around Glasgow
- Dinner with Student Assistants
Tuesday, 19 to Friday 22 July
- Studio work based at GSA
Saturday, 23 July
- Vacate GSA accommodation
Assessment
Studio-based assessments on the work you produce and the research and skill based behind this work.