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Skoða vefinn á ÍslenskuBA Fine Art
In the program, students get to know different methods and approaches to creating art and train their personal work methods.
Information is provided in Icelandic for study programs that have Icelandic as the primary language of instruction.
About the programme
The program is a platform for courses, independent work, collaborative projects, experiments in materials and methods, whether it is practical or theoretical work.
Art is a diverse subject and the course offerings in the BA program reflect that diversity. Courses cover various basic knowledge related to art methods, history or art theory which students reflect in their own artistic creation. In elective courses, students continue to develop their expertise. In all courses, original creation is the basisassumption.
All students have their own studio during their studies, where topics are developed over a longer period of time in conversation with teachers, guests and fellow students. Supervising teachers accompany the students throughout the study period and provide personal guidance, while the students get to know the many part-time teachers involved in the department's work. Courses end with reviews where students are trained in critical discussions about their own work and the projects of their fellow students.
During the study period, students have the opportunity for longer and shorter exchange studies through Erasmus or Kuno, the cooperation network of Nordic art universities.
Study structure
The BA program in visual arts is a full-time program (180 ECTS credits) for three years. In the art department, it is emphasized that students can get to know diverse methods and approaches to artistic creation and academic thinking. The program is composed of studio, study and workshop courses.
1 year: The courses in the first year lay the foundation for the entire program. Þmethods are presented, both technique and basis in the context of art in the contemporary and historical context.
2 years: In the second year, students choose longer courses aimed at deepening their knowledge of media and methods. Elective course in 1. and 2. year offer elective courses, among other things, in other departments of LHÍ and specific thematic courses that explore trends and trends in the field.
3 years: In the third year, students work independently to create a solo exhibition, write a BA thesis and work on a piece for a group exhibition at a public art museum.
After graduation
Studying art at the BA level prepares students for master's studies and diverse jobs in the field of art and culture.
Graduated students from the art department are among the leading visual artists in the country. The knowledge that the program brings to the students is useful in all work where curiosity and research are the basis.
Application and admission process
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An electronic application is filled out application portal.
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Note: you must fill in all fields marked with a star and attach the requested documents, pay the application fee and confirm the application.
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A certified copy of the diploma (photocopy is not valid) with a stamp from the relevant school and a scanned curriculum vitae are attached to the electronic application.
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If supporting documents are not in order, the applicant will receive a mail and the option to correct the application.
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The applicant receives confirmation that the electronic application is valid.
Open for applications
January 6th, 2025
Application deadline
April 8th, 2025
Applications answered
May / June 2025
Price list
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1. Folder / Portfolio
Required- Submission deadline for material or electronic portfolio/portfolio is April 8, 2025.
- Please note that you must choose between a physical or electronic folder/portfolio and notify in the field "Detailed information about previous studies or other relevant" in the application portal if a physical folder/portfolio is returned.
- If you are applying to several study programs or departments, you must submit an application and portfolio/portfolio for each study program/faculty.
- A physical folder/portfolio must be returned or sent by mail to Laugarnesveg 91, 105 Reykjavík. The writing Application art on the shipment.
- Note that the admissions process is anonymous, but we ask that you carefully read the instructions below regarding portfolio labeling.
To label the folder:
- If your folder is physical, you need to include a piece of paper clearly stating your full name and social security number. This paper will be taken away before the admissions committee receives the portfolio.
- If your folder is electronic, you need to save the file with your full name and ID number. This information will be changed before the admissions committee receives the portfolio.
Applicants must collect samples of their work in a portfolio, on paper or in a .pdf document. It is assumed that the folder is a maximum of A3 size or a maximum of 80mb .pdf document. It must contain up to 30 photos or other forms of documentation of the applicant's work. They must be accompanied by a clear description that includes information such as: title, size, material, year, etc. Video and audio works can be returned on a USB key if the folder is returned in paper form, but as active links/path inside an electronic folder. Works are not accepted via wetransfer or similar websites, but must be saved on data sources such as Google Drive, Vimeo or Dropbox and care must be taken that the documents are made available (public).
The folder can be divided into two parts:
- Basic subjects – works that demonstrate general drawing skills, image structure and use of color together with 3D works that demonstrate image structure, morphology and use of materials.
- Independent works – visual works, audio works, texts, etc., made in any material, that show the personal creativity of the applicant. This refers to work that the applicant has done based on his own criteria. The works do not have to be completed or executed to the last detail. On the contrary, it is important that it also contains all kinds of ideas, sketches and drawings, photographs, text, videos and audio works. In fact, everything fits within the portfolio that, in the applicant's opinion, can in one way or another describe what he wants to achieve with his visual art work and can testify whether he has the ability to communicate it to others. In some cases, it may be good to include a short text about the works.
The folder is rated anonymous. It is necessary to make sure that the names of the candidates do not appear anywhere in the directory. Folders must be picked up again at the school office at Laugarnesveg 91 according to the advertised deadline. Unclaimed folders will not be stored and the school reserves the right to delete them.
If a folder/portfolio is posted:
- If the folder/portfolio is sent by post, the postmark must be dated April 8, 2025 at the latest.
- The folder/portfolio should be sent by trackable mail and mark the envelope with: "Application art".
The address of the art department is:
Iceland Academy of the Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts
Laugarnesvegur 91, 105 Reykjavík
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2. Cover letter
RequiredA short introductory letter about the applicant and reason for application.
Application criteria, discuss the reasons for applying for the program. Tell us about your artistic experience, interests or relevant subjects, maximum 200 words. -
3. Admission process
The admissions committee consists of two permanent teachers of the department, one external visual artist or art historian, as well as the dean of the department, who is the chairman. The admissions committee selects students from the group of applicants who are considered to have the prerequisites to study at the Faculty of Fine Arts and meet the requirements for art studies at university level. The admissions committee is guided by the fact that the person in question can make the best use of the program on offer, and therefore its assessment should not be interpreted as a one-size-fits-all decision on the applicant's ability to create art in general. The admissions process consists of the following steps:- Applications are evaluated with regard to general and special admission requirements, and the admissions committee reviews the submitted works. Applicants who pass the admissions committee's assessment get into a sample group.
- Those who make it to the sample group are invited to an interview. Applicants should bring 1-2 works along with a sketchbook.
- All applicants will be sent a written response to their applications in May. Applicants who receive an invitation to stay at a school must confirm by the end of May whether they intend to accept it by paying a confirmation fee. The fee is non-refundable, but will add up to school fees if the person attends the course in the fall.
- The decision of the admissions committee is final and it is not obliged to give further explanations of its decision.
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4. Interview
Those who make it to the sample group are invited to an interview. The purpose of the interview is to explore the applicants' general interest in their prospective studies, their attitude and attitude towards art and the ideas behind their work. To the interview, applicants should bring one or two samples of their work along with a sketchbook. The works can be fully finished or in progress and processed in any medium. The applicant can expect to have to comment on the works he submitted with his portfolio. Applicants who are abroad or cannot attend an interview, must be prepared to have an interview with the admissions committee on teleconferencing equipment. -
Admission requirements
It is assumed that the applicants have completed a matriculation exam or similar studies. It is desirable that applicants have attended a preparatory course from the design or art departments of the secondary schools, but this is not a requirement. -
Admission exemptions
The University of the Arts is authorized to grant admission to the school to applicants who possess knowledge and experience that is considered adequate preparation for a bachelor's degree program at the school. However, it is assumed that applicants have completed no fewer than 105 units from the old system of the upper secondary school level or 150 upper secondary school units according to the new system.
