Entry requirements for Art & Design (General Foundation) BA (Hons) / BDes (Hons)

Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design

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Date of entry

September 2026

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Study for 4 years (enter via General Foundation)

Successful completion of High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or minimum B average.

Any essential subjects to be achieved with minimum GPA of 3.2 or B average in High School Diploma.

AP/ACT/SAT scores can still be considered for entry and will be used on a case by case basis.

Recommended subject: a literate or art & design subject

You will need to submit a comprehensive portfolio of art/design/creative work and may be invited to attend a portfolio submission event. In some cases an interview may also be required.

If you are applying to Level 1 via General Foundation
Progression to your preferred Level 2 specialist course is subject to the portfolio you create during Art & Design General Foundation. See full details on progression.

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English language requirements

You do not need to prove your knowledge of English if you are a national of certain countries.

IELTS Academic

Overall

6.0

Writing

6.0

Listening

5.5

Reading

5.5

Speaking

5.5

Other English language qualifications

We also accept other English language qualifications. Choose from the list of English language tests for your country below.

Minimum grade in English

3

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