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Selection of students

The Schools attract a broad range of applicants from national and international art schools. During the initial stages of selection we seek to identify a wide range of students to interview. Not only must students be well above average in ability, but more importantly, their work must demonstrate the potential for future development. At interview, students are invited to expand upon the themes and ideas which underline their work, as well as outline their proposed use of a three-year tenure in the Schools. We look for students who can clearly articulate their ideas and concerns, and who demonstrate an overall commitment to the visual arts.

Art work by RA Schools student Eloise Rowley
Art work by RA Schools student Eloise Rowley

The candidates who are offered a place in the Schools will reflect the diverse nature of contemporary Fine Art practice. Students will create a strong dynamic and stimulate each other, encouraging an on-going debate as the three years unfold.

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