Study Abroad

One of Europe’s most distinguished art schools, The Glasgow School of Art was founded in 1844. It is located in the center of Glasgow on a site it has occupied since 1899. The heart of the school is the Mackintosh Building, considered the masterwork of graduate Charles Rennie Mackintosh. With an enrollment of around 1,500, the school prides itself on personal attention.

Location: The Glasgow School of Art offers an excellent location from which to explore the city’s many galleries, museums, concert halls and entertainment venues. With a population of 750,000, Glasgow offers an exciting urban experience. A wander through the city shows you why Glasgow was voted European City of Architecture & Design in 1999.
Areas of Study: The school offers courses in architecture, fine art, and design and craft. Students are accepted into one subject only. A typical course load includes four days of studio-based classes and one day of historical and critical studies. Subjects include architecture, environmental art, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, graphic design, illustration and product design. Alternatively, you can participate in a study program offered in cooperation with the University of Glasgow. In this program, students can take up to two subjects at The Glasgow School of Art and two subjects at the university. Apply to the University of Glasgow for this program.
Activities: Glasgow offers numerous distractions, including theaters, museums, cinemas, restaurants, pubs and shopping. The school’s Student Representative Council sponsors activities throughout the year, and the campus dance club is one of the most popular in Glasgow. Glasgow is less than an hour from Edinburgh, Loch Lomond and outdoor activities including hiking, walking and cycling.
Accommodations: Housing is provided in self-catered student residences either through the School of Art or at the University of Glasgow. Most flats have single bedrooms with communal living areas and shared cooking facilities.
Academic Calendar: Fall term: September–December
Spring term: January–June
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA
Language of Instruction: English
Web site: University: www.gsa.ac.uk
Study Abroad: http://www.gsa.ac.uk/gsa.cfm?pid=447
Classes: http://www.gsa.ac.uk/gsa.cfm?pid=449
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University of Glasgow

Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow enjoys an international reputation for research and teaching. With nearly 19,000 students, it is one of the largest universities in Britain. Located in the west of Scotland, from where it recruits 45 percent of its students, the university attracts students from 80 countries worldwide.

Location: The University of Glasgow is located in Glasgow’s West End, home to a busy shopping district. Students can access the city center via bus, underground or on foot. With a population of 750,000, Glasgow offers an exciting urban experience.
Areas of Study: The University of Glasgow offers a wide range of courses including anthropology, archaeology, biomedical and life sciences, business, chemistry, computing science, earth sciences, economics, engineering, literature, geography, history, languages, law, mathematics, music, physics, politics, social policy and social work, sociology, statistics, theater, film and television, theology and urban studies. If you are interested in studio arts, the university has a partnership with The Glasgow School of Art.
Activities: Visiting students can participate in a variety of extracurricular activities. The university offers more than 40 different student societies, including the International Society, Scottish Country Dance and Juggling. The sports association runs numerous sports clubs that compete against each other and other university teams in the region.
Accommodations: Housing options include residence halls and student apartments. All housing is located within easy walking distance of the main campus and is self-catering.
Academic Calendar: Fall term: October–December
Spring term: January–June.
Eligibility: 3.0 GPA
Language of Instruction: English
Web site: University: http://www.gla.ac.uk
Study Abroad: http://www.gla.ac.uk/international/studyabroadprogramme
Classes: www.gla.ac.uk/international/studyabroadprogramme/coursecatalogue
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At a Glance

Cherrington Scholars Eligible

Architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s House for an Art Lover, designed for a magazine competition in 1901 but consigned to his portfolio until construction began in Glasgow in 1989, finally opened to visitors in 1996.
When Edinburgh-born writer Irvine Welsh, author of Trainspotting, plots a new novel, he begins by writing a playlist for each character and then buys the music they would favor.
At more than 400 calories per serving, the deep-fried Mars bar has become a staple at many Scottish fish-and-chips shops.
The Encyclopedia Britannica, a product of the Scottish enlightenment, was originally published in Edinburgh in the 18th century.
Curling, the ice sport introduced to the winter Olympics in 1998, is believed to have originated in 16th century Scotland.
Together, the Edinburgh Festival and its offspring, the Edinburgh Fringe, make up the largest performing arts festival in the world. The events run concurrently every August.
J.K. Rowling wrote her first Harry Potter book in an Edinburgh coffee shop.
Glasgow is home to the Mitchell Library, the largest public reference library in Europe.