Time planning

This is definitely a common question but one that must be discussed. Every year, how many students delay their application and study abroad because they do not have good time planning. Therefore, I would like to remind everyone to prepare for studying abroad as early as possible and not to improvise.

For most students, they hope to complete the college entrance examination/graduate from college in June and go to study abroad in September of the same year. So for art majors: It is recommended that you start preparing in your sophomore/junior year of high school!

College application does not mean that I can apply whenever I want. There is a specific application time. I missed this. time, then unfortunately you have to wait until next year.

Language

Different types of language requirements need to be submitted when applying for institutions in different countries, such as: IELTS, TOEFL, Italian, German, Japanese and other minor language examinations. Language is a rigid requirement for studying abroad. It determines whether you can go to school abroad.

Language cannot be mastered in a short period of time. It requires time and energy to accumulate. Of course, some countries now offer "Art Study Abroad Preparatory Courses", "Language Courses" and "Dual Enrollment", which lower the language requirements. However, learning the language well will not only help you apply, but also help you take classes abroad in the future. , life is beneficial.

Study abroad budget

This part is generally combined with the choice of study abroad country, because the cost of studying abroad is different in different countries. The cost of studying abroad mainly consists of two parts: tuition fees and living expenses.

The United States has about 300,000-400,000 per year; the United Kingdom has about 200,000-400,000 per year; Australia has about 200,000-300,000 per year; Italy, France, Germany and other European countries have 150,000-250,000 private and public Around 100,000; Japan and other Asian countries have around 200,000 per year. Students can choose a country based on their family's actual situation and act within their capabilities.

School selection

Of course everyone wants to go to a good school, such as Harvard, Imperial College, Cambridge and other famous schools. No one does not want to go, but many people have not thought about these two. Questions: 1. Is a good school suitable for you? 2.

Those prestigious schools have admitted you, are you capable of graduating successfully?

Study abroad in art and design Examples of prestigious schools: When it comes to fashion design, students can only think of two schools, Parsons in the United States and CSM in the United Kingdom. First of all, it is not easy to apply to these two schools. The number of Chinese student applicants alone can exceed three digits every year, but the number of admissions is pitifully small. Then let’s talk about the school style. CSM likes to be unconventional, while Parsons is more commercial. If you are a student who likes innovation and doesn’t like routine, then Saint Martin’s is more suitable for you. If you are a student who wants to start your own clothing brand after graduation, then Parsons may be more suitable for you. Finally, let’s talk about the issue of graduation. A famous school sounds awe-inspiring, but it also means that the competition here is more fierce. If a student without two skills applies to such a school, he may not be able to keep up with other students. The competition is fierce and cruel.

The school selection can be summed up in one sentence: ranking is the main thing, style is the supplement, and comprehensive consideration is the correct answer.

Portfolio

Different from traditional study abroad majors (business, science, management, etc.), applications for studying abroad in the arts require you to submit a "portfolio". This work Collection is crucial for student application. It is also a necessity for studying abroad and determines whether you can go to a good foreign school.

Different schools and different majors have different requirements for portfolios. For example, the CSM Fashion Design undergraduate program requires a mini

portfolio to be submitted before submitting the portfolio, and it will be reviewed and approved. To be eligible, submit a complete portfolio. Another example is that Parsons requires applicants to submit an additional "Parsons Challenge" project when applying. Therefore, students need to determine their choice of school before making a portfolio, and then make a portfolio according to the school's requirements and style.

Compared with application documents and transcripts, the portfolio is the part that best reflects a student’s professional level, design style and potential. Students need to take it seriously. The two most basic principles are shared with everyone: originality and projects. whole. As for personal style, content logic, work significance, etc., these are higher requirements for a good portfolio.