International Foundation (Art and Design)
Glasgow School of ArtCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in creative arts and design with the CertHE International Foundation (Art and Design) at Glasgow School of Art. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. The International Foundation (IF) is a Year 1 programme (SCQF 7) taught over one academic year that introduces students to the basic principles of Art and Design at HE level. The programme acts as a bridge into the study of undergraduate Art and Design where students can explore their creative practice before choosing an area of specialist study. Learning and teaching is delivered through studio-based projects alongside bespoke tuition in communication within a creative context. International tuition fees are £24,350 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £19,000 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB A Levels ABB (International) |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 points International Baccalaureate Diploma award with a minimum of 30 points (18 points at Higher Level); |
| UCAS Points | 128 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,350
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Glasgow School of Art
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £20,000 | £25,000 | £27,500 |
| 3 years | £12,500 | £19,000 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £18,500 | £26,500 | £34,500 |
UK subject average: £22,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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