164 Short courses in Visual Arts in Europe

The UAL Level 1 Art, Design and Media course at Edinburgh College is designed to provide students interested and motivated by art and design opportunities to explore, develop and test their creativity.

The English for Creative Disciplines course from The Glasgow School of Art is designed for international students who have an offer to study at the GSA, but who need to improve their English to the level required by their chosen undergraduate or postgraduate programme.

Join the Artistic Architectural Illustration of Climate Resilient Cityscapes summer school offered by University of Antwerp and learn how to translate ecological principles in urban design into artistic illustrations. 

This Art Portfolio Preparation course at Edinburgh College is open to all, suitable for beginners to adults, and for school pupils who wish to further develop their art skills for successful applications to Art College or as a creative leisure activity.

The Prop Making programme from Guildhall School of Music & Drama will introduce participants to a variety of prop making skills and techniques to use within theatre and beyond.

Art and Design at Cardiff and Vale College is a Level 2 programme that develops practical and creative skills across fine art, ceramics, printmaking, textiles, 3D design and graphic design.

The UAL Level 2 Art and Design Diploma at Edinburgh College is an ideal introductory course for school leavers or adult returners who have a keen interest in Art and Design but need to develop a suitable portfolio to progress onto more advanced courses the following year.

The Sound Design for Theatre programme from Guildhall School of Music & Drama will introduce you to the practical, creative and technological aspects of sound design and management for the stage.

The Stage Lighting programme from Guildhall School of Music & Drama will introduce you to the work of an electrics department in the theatre industry and its accessories, including lamps, lenses, lanterns and luminaires. 

With this Summer Arts Course for Young Creatives programme from Guildhall School of Music & Drama you  will explore performance through movement, sound, storytelling, drawing, and visual design.  

Join us in Venice at the very special time - opening week of the world famous Venice Biennale! Explore the famous exhibition together with international experts and learn the ways to become a part of it with the Venice Biennale Revealed  - Behind the Scenes Experience course of the European Cultural Academy.

Understand how video can expand and enhance your organisation’s communications and develop practical skills for your productions with Low-Budget Video Production - Visual Communication for Small Charities at The Open University delivered through FutureLearn.

During the Photographing People course at Warnborough College you will learn to set up a photo session, organize a studio, create different types of effects, and composition of photos. 

This Interior Design - An Introduction course from the Arts University Bournemouth is ideal for anyone who wishes to gain an understanding and appreciation of interior design and offers you the chance to experience a variety of topics through a series of practical projects.

On this highly practical Customised Pattern Cutting and Fitting (Stage 2) course at the Arts University Bournemouth, you'll learn the essential skills needed to create your own clothes with confidence.

This highly practical Sketching and Watercolour - Expanding Skills (Stage 2) course at the Arts University Bournemouth gives you the chance to master the art of watercolour painting and develop your confidence to continue painting long after the course has ended.

This introductory Silkscreen Printing course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) takes both the complete beginner and those with some previous experience through a series of taught techniques, from the fundamental paper stencil to the more sophisticated full-colour digital and photographic screen prints.

This Hand Knitting for Beginners course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) is a fun introduction to hand knitting, with an emphasis on developing an experimental approach to your knitting.

This Blockchain Art and NFTs short course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will provide an introduction to blockchain in the context of visual arts, design, and fashion.

This inspiring Digital Illustration short course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will provide you with insight into digital illustration techniques, everything from digital painting to animation. You will work with an industry expert to explore this growing creative field.