The Glasgow School of Art

The Glasgow School of Art

The Official Podcast of The Glasgow School of Art, home of creative art, design and architecture since 1845.

  1. Clearing at The Glasgow School of Art

    07/24/2025

    Clearing at The Glasgow School of Art

    Clearing is a simple way to apply to The Glasgow School of Art, and offers those who not currently have a place to study on an undergraduate course the option to apply for study at the GSA in autumn 2025.  In this episode of The Glasgow School of Art podcast, we hear from David Miller - Team Leader for the GSA admissions team. David talks you through the process of Clearing, how to do it, and what you need to have in order to apply.  We also hear from two current students - Naomi Bull, a Sculpture and Environmental Art student going into her final year of study, and Deidre Mcintosh who is currently studying on the MLitt Curatorial Practice (Contemporary Art) programme, and who moved from Canada to study in Glasgow. They both discuss what they like most about studying at the GSA, the creative friendships and networks that you can build here, and some of their favourite spots in the city. Clearing at The Glasgow School of Art is open, and you can apply directly to us for study in 2025. Visit www.gsa.ac.uk/clearing to find out everything you need to know about applying through Clearing, and to get a link to the application form.  Episode notes: Home, Rest of UK and International 'Home' Students refers to students who have a relevant connection to Scotland.Rest of UK (RUK) students are applying from outside of Scotland, but within the UK.International students are those applying outside of the UK who require a visa to study here.What is advanced entry? Not all the new students on our four-year undergraduate degree programmes come straight from secondary school or begin their studies in first year. We accept a range of qualifications, and many of our entrants come with advanced entry – meaning they begin their studies in second or third year.  Find out more. What is CAS?  Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies or CAS is a specific requirement for International applicants who receive an offer and require a visa. A CAS is issued from an education provider once an applicant has confirmed that they want to take up their offer and have met any conditions required for that offer, for example proof of qualifications and English Language test scores. The CAS can then be used to make a VISA application. Follow links for more information on our Portfolio Preparation course. Find out more about living in Glasgow while applying through Clearing. https://www.gsa.ac.uk/

    17 min
  2. 05/29/2024

    The Tree Project - Life & Legacy of Dorothy Hogg: Cóilín Ó Dubhghaill

    ABOUT THE TREE PROJECT: LIFE & LEGACY OF DOROTHY HOGG The Glasgow School Of Art is delighted to host the Scottish Goldsmiths Trust 'Tree Project' podcast archive.  The Scottish Goldsmiths Trust podcast series highlights the impact and legacy of the late Dorothy Hogg MBE and her influential time at Edinburgh College of Art.  Alumni from ECA who studied Jewellery & Silversmithing under Dorothy at Edinburgh College of Art between 1989 and 2008, and these interviewees were selected by Dorothy herself alongside Curator Amanda Game. During her time as Head of Jewellery & Silversmithing at Edinburgh College of Art, renowned jeweller and educator and GSA graduate Dorothy Hogg MBE inspired students in the workshop and beyond. For more information on Dorothy Hogg, the project and participants, visit: www.scottishgoldsmithstrust.org/tree-project The Tree Project: Cóilín Ó Dubhghaill  Cóilín Ó Dubhghaill is a silversmith producing work that explores vessel forms through a study of process, materials and colour. Cóilín trained at Grennan Mill craft school and Edinburgh College of Art, graduating in 1996. He subsequently worked as a designer for industry in India, the Philippines, and the UK, and set up a workshop in Kilkenny, Ireland.  In 1998, he moved to Tokyo, to study in the metalwork department at the National University of Fine Arts and Music (Tokyo Geidai), receiving a doctorate in 2005. From 2007-2019, Cóilín worked as a Senior Research Fellow at Sheffield Hallam University. He currently lectures in the School of Design at the National College of Art and Design in Dublin.  He exhibits his work internationally and has pieces in collections including the National Museum of Ireland, the Goldsmiths' Collection, London, and the Marzee collection, Netherlands.  During her time as Head of Jewellery & Silversmithing at Edinburgh College of Art, renowned jeweller and educator Dorothy Hogg MBE inspired students in the workshop and beyond. For more information on Dorothy Hogg, the project and participants, visit: www.scottishgoldsmithstrust.org/tree-project.  Hosted by Ebba Goring  Edited & Produced by Eda Obermanns  Cover Image by Shannon Tofts  Music: Precious Memories by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com  https://www.gsa.ac.uk/

    36 min
  3. 05/29/2024

    The Tree Project - Life & Legacy of Dorothy Hogg: Cathie Pilkington

    ABOUT THE TREE PROJECT: LIFE & LEGACY OF DOROTHY HOGG The Glasgow School Of Art is delighted to host the Scottish Goldsmiths Trust 'Tree Project' podcast archive.  The Scottish Goldsmiths Trust podcast series highlights the impact and legacy of the late Dorothy Hogg MBE and her influential time at Edinburgh College of Art.  Alumni from ECA who studied Jewellery & Silversmithing under Dorothy at Edinburgh College of Art between 1989 and 2008, and these interviewees were selected by Dorothy herself alongside Curator Amanda Game. During her time as Head of Jewellery & Silversmithing at Edinburgh College of Art, renowned jeweller and educator and GSA graduate Dorothy Hogg MBE inspired students in the workshop and beyond. For more information on Dorothy Hogg, the project and participants, visit: www.scottishgoldsmithstrust.org/tree-project The Tree Project: Cathie Pilkington  Cathie Pilkington is an artist whose work engages passionately and critically with the canonical history of figurative sculpture. Crossing the borders of traditional, modern and contemporary idioms, her work combines intensively modelled and painted sculptures within immersive installations comprising a diverse array of props, materials and studio furniture. Her site-responsive installations are balanced ambivalently between chaos and precision and have been described as a kind of art historical fly-tipping.  Pilkington studied at Edinburgh College of Art (1986-91) and The Royal College of Art (1995-97).  She was elected a Royal Academician in 2014 and became the first female professor of Sculpture at the Royal Academy Schools 2016-2019.  In 2020 she was elected Keeper of the Royal Academy of Art, London.  During her time as Head of Jewellery & Silversmithing at Edinburgh College of Art, renowned jeweller and educator Dorothy Hogg MBE inspired students in the workshop and beyond. For more information on Dorothy Hogg, the project and participants, visit: www.scottishgoldsmithstrust.org/tree-project.  Hosted by Ebba Goring  Edited & Produced by Eda Obermanns  Cover Image by Shannon Tofts  Music: Precious Memories by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com  https://www.gsa.ac.uk/

    40 min
  4. 05/29/2024

    The Tree Project - Life & Legacy of Dorothy Hogg: Maeve Gillies and Nicola Glass

    ABOUT THE TREE PROJECT: LIFE & LEGACY OF DOROTHY HOGG The Glasgow School Of Art is delighted to host the Scottish Goldsmiths Trust 'Tree Project' podcast archive.  The Scottish Goldsmiths Trust podcast series highlights the impact and legacy of the late Dorothy Hogg MBE and her influential time at Edinburgh College of Art.  Alumni from ECA who studied Jewellery & Silversmithing under Dorothy at Edinburgh College of Art between 1989 and 2008, and these interviewees were selected by Dorothy herself alongside Curator Amanda Game. During her time as Head of Jewellery & Silversmithing at Edinburgh College of Art, renowned jeweller and educator and GSA graduate Dorothy Hogg MBE inspired students in the workshop and beyond. For more information on Dorothy Hogg, the project and participants, visit: www.scottishgoldsmithstrust.org/tree-project The Tree Project:  Nicola Glass & Maeve Gillies   Nicola Glass is an Irish-born creative director and designer with over two decades experience in the luxury fashion industry. Nicola's varied career includes working as a handbag designer at Gucci under the creative direction of Tom Ford, 13 years leading accessory design at Michael Kors and, most recently, serving as Creative Director of Kate Spade.  Maeve Gillies BA Hons MA RCA FSA Scot is a multi-award-winning Scottish-American jeweller, designer and brand consultant with 30 years luxury design innovation, manufacturing and global brand-building experience across North America, Asia, Australia and Europe.  During her time as Head of Jewellery & Silversmithing at Edinburgh College of Art, renowned jeweller and educator Dorothy Hogg MBE inspired students in the workshop and beyond. For more information on Dorothy Hogg, the project and participants, visit: www.scottishgoldsmithstrust.org/tree-project.  Hosted by Ebba Goring  Edited & Produced by Eda Obermanns  Cover Image by Shannon Tofts  Music: Precious Memories by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com  https://www.gsa.ac.uk/

    1h 5m

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