UK Schools: Has anyone heard back yet?

[Sseu]

I am having a difficult time trying to decide between the Glasgow School of Art and The Royal College of Art. I would REALLY appreciate some advice at this point.

 

The Royal College of Art is basically my dream school - The tutors are amazing, there is a great cross over between studio and research departments and they have a very high reputation. I would also be situated in London where there is probably a lot more networking opportunities and opportunities in general. The only downfall is it is extremely expensive. Tuition is 42,000 a year and I also have to consider materials, living, eating etc. Oh, and the studio space is really tight and shared. I need a lot of space but it isn't crucial as I could work around it. My biggest concern is that being in such an expensive city will cause me a lot of stress and I will be focused on surviving in London rather than being present within my work. Financial issues aside though, I am confident that this is the ideal school for me.

 

So, Glasgow! - The tuition is half the price and they have large studios. There is also a ton of space that is accessible outside of the dedicated studios that are individual. I'm not particularly interested in the photography tutors but I am sure that there is faculty that I haven't met that I could benefit a lot from. Who knows though, the photo tutors could end up working out really well. Glasgow is also a cheap city to live in. I would not be in a state of financial crisis at ALL times, which I would be in London.  I know that it would be a place where I could really focus on my practice and I would produce a lot. The downfall is Glasgow's art scene is pretty small and there isn't as much opportunity. It might be really isolating. Ideally i'd like to be in school while also networking, showing my work, interning etc. 

 

HELP.

 

That is a tough, but wonderful choice you have! Have you visited both schools? 

Both schools have a great reputation. I think the RCA is a good program if you want to teach in the future; they give the opportunity to their students to go to different art schools and give tutorials to undergrads to help gain teaching experience. They also have great residencies that you can apply for as a part of their program (I remember hearing about on in France). I did my study abroad in London, and all my tutors at Central Saint Martins were graduates of the RCA, if that's any indication about their teaching success rates. I also think the final exhibition at the RCA is very well attended, so that might give you a chance for some great exposure. 

 

I don't know a whole lot about Glasgow other than the fact that everyone says it's a great school and they have a crazy alumni list. 

[hello_lauren]

I am having a difficult time trying to decide between the Glasgow School of Art and The Royal College of Art. I would REALLY appreciate some advice at this point.

 

The Royal College of Art is basically my dream school - The tutors are amazing, there is a great cross over between studio and research departments and they have a very high reputation. I would also be situated in London where there is probably a lot more networking opportunities and opportunities in general. The only downfall is it is extremely expensive. Tuition is 42,000 a year and I also have to consider materials, living, eating etc. Oh, and the studio space is really tight and shared. I need a lot of space but it isn't crucial as I could work around it. My biggest concern is that being in such an expensive city will cause me a lot of stress and I will be focused on surviving in London rather than being present within my work. Financial issues aside though, I am confident that this is the ideal school for me.

 

So, Glasgow! - The tuition is half the price and they have large studios. There is also a ton of space that is accessible outside of the dedicated studios that are individual. I'm not particularly interested in the photography tutors but I am sure that there is faculty that I haven't met that I could benefit a lot from. Who knows though, the photo tutors could end up working out really well. Glasgow is also a cheap city to live in. I would not be in a state of financial crisis at ALL times, which I would be in London.  I know that it would be a place where I could really focus on my practice and I would produce a lot. The downfall is Glasgow's art scene is pretty small and there isn't as much opportunity. It might be really isolating. Ideally i'd like to be in school while also networking, showing my work, interning etc. 

 

HELP.

 

I don't know anything about London. But I go to the GSA for my undergrad, and can give you any info you need. The GSA is great, and the scene here is smaller than London's, but it's wonderful. It's easy to make connections, and since it's a smaller scene, everyone seems to know everyone else. There's also loads fo cheap/free places to show work, which is always a good thing. The GSA has great tutors. I'm in the photo department, so if you need any information, feel free to send me a message!

[abunny]

anyone going to rca?

ME!

[worldly]

I came accross this link which might or might not have some information on UK schools.

I haven't browsed it myself.

 

http://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=307

[kekbatter]

i just got an interview offer at RCA. i'm surprised that they notify people this late and that they expect me to fly out to london in two weeks. i've heard that in-person meetings are required. is this true?

[taypwyrm]

i just got an interview offer at RCA. i'm surprised that they notify people this late and that they expect me to fly out to london in two weeks. i've heard that in-person meetings are required. is this true?

 

I'm from Canada and was given the option of doing a skype interview. I am pretty sure that Canada/U.S both have that option. Just email them and ask

[kekbatter]

Already did! I'm confirmed for early June, thanks!

[zazein]

I search film summer school program. Anyone know which is good? Thank you.