Programs
Eight programmes. One coherent path.
Choose a single track or combine them — most students pair a creative programme with language and application support.
01 — Program
Art Portfolio Preparation
A research-led portfolio built around your own voice, shaped for the schools you actually want.
Who it is for
Students applying to art and design foundation, undergraduate or master's programmes.
Enquire about this programCourse content
- Direction finding and research methodology
- Sketchbook development and process documentation
- Two to four full projects with final outcomes
- Layout, sequencing and digital presentation
Learning outcomes
- A portfolio of 20–30 pages tailored per school
- Confident interview and critique skills
Frequently asked
Most students work with us for six to twelve months. Intensive tracks of three months are possible with strong prior work.
No. We start from where you are and build technical skill alongside conceptual thinking.
02 — Program
International High School Preparation
Entrance exams, interviews and academic English for UK, US and international schools.
Course content
- Entrance exam training (maths, English, reasoning)
- Interview practice with native speakers
- School selection and application timeline
Learning outcomes
- A shortlist of well-matched schools
- Interview-ready communication
Frequently asked
Twelve to eighteen months before the intake gives the most comfortable runway.
03 — Program
English Language Programs
IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo and Academic English taught by examiners and subject specialists.
Who it is for
Students who need a score, and students who need real academic fluency.
Enquire about this programCourse content
- IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo exam strategy
- Academic writing and critical reading
- Studio-specific vocabulary for art students
- Weekly mock exams with detailed feedback
Learning outcomes
- Target band achieved, on average, in 12 weeks
- Confidence in seminars and critiques
Frequently asked
Both. Group classes cap at six students; one-to-one is available for targeted score gains.
04 — Program
University Application Guidance
School strategy, personal statements, references and interviews — end to end.
Course content
- School list strategy across UK, US, EU and Asia
- Personal statement and written work
- Deadline management and submission review
Learning outcomes
- A balanced list of reach, match and safe schools
- Submitted applications reviewed twice
Frequently asked
Never. We coach, question and edit — the voice stays entirely the student's.
05 — Program
Creative Workshops
Short intensives in printmaking, 3D, motion, photography and material research.
Course content
- Weekend and holiday intensives
- Guest artists and visiting tutors
- Group exhibition at the end of each cycle
Learning outcomes
- New material to strengthen a portfolio
- A wider creative vocabulary
Frequently asked
Yes — workshops are open to all levels.
06 — Program
One-to-One Academic Mentoring
A single mentor who knows the whole picture: coursework, portfolio, language, mindset.
Course content
- Weekly sessions with a dedicated mentor
- Monthly progress reports for families
- Study skills and time management
Learning outcomes
- Steady, measurable progress
- Independent working habits
Frequently asked
Both, and many families mix the two.
07 — Program
Summer Programs
Four-week studio intensives in Edinburgh, plus an online track.
Course content
- Daily studio practice and critique
- Museum and studio visits
- Final showcase and portfolio review
Learning outcomes
- One complete portfolio project
- A written tutor evaluation
Frequently asked
Edinburgh includes supervised accommodation; online students join from home.
08 — Program
Study Abroad Consulting
Visas, budgets, guardianship and settling in — the practical side, handled.
Course content
- Visa documentation support
- Budget and scholarship planning
- Pre-departure and arrival guidance
Learning outcomes
- A clear, costed plan
- A smooth first term abroad
Frequently asked
Yes, for the first full academic year.
Start the conversation
Every strong application starts with one conversation.
Tell us where you are today — we will map out the portfolio, language and application path that fits you. Consultation.