Studying with Us

leith school of art

Leith School of Art offers a unique range of courses, which can be taken separately, combined together or built on each year, to create a wide ranging and in-depth art education. With our excellent staff to student ratios, wide range of subjects and intensive teaching, the School is an exceptional place to learn, whether you are an established artist or a complete beginner. 

The courses offer an opportunity to develop skills, produce a range of experimental and finished artworks and there are two exhibiting opportunities each academic year. All of the core materials required for any course are provided and many courses involve visits to galleries and sites in and around Edinburgh. 

Leith School of Art has been a highly successful route into art for many students for over 25 years. Our success is built on helping you to find, develop and enjoy your artistic skills and to realise your personal ambitions in the visual arts.

application process

Applications for 2023/24 are now open!

Fees & Funding

Information on our Bursary Scheme and Year-long Course Fees.

term dates

Term dates for

2023/2024 and 2024/2025

exhibitions

Each year Leith School of Art holds a major exhibition of student work at the end of the academic year in June. During term time we also host a programme of exhibitions in our Corridor Gallery. 

STUDENT SUPPORT

We believe in supporting students as much as possible.

open days

Join us for one of our Open Days or Open Evenings to get a feel for our unique and creative environment. 

Leith School of Art offers a unique range of courses, which can be taken separately, combined together or built on each year, to create a wide ranging and in-depth art education. With our excellent staff to student ratios, wide range of subjects and intensive teaching, the School is an exceptional place to learn, whether you are an established artist or a complete beginner. 

The courses offer an opportunity to develop skills, produce a range of experimental and finished artworks and there are two exhibiting opportunities each academic year. All of the core materials required for any course are provided and many courses involve visits to galleries and sites in and around Edinburgh. 

Leith School of Art has been a highly successful route into art for many students for over 25 years. Our success is built on helping you to find, develop and enjoy your artistic skills and to realise your personal ambitions in the visual arts.