Valand plays an important role in the Swedish art scene. The school is situated in central Göteborg, a part of Göteborg University and since 1995, part of the Faculty of Fine, Applied and Performing Arts which includes the Academy of Music & Drama, Theater and Opera, the School of Photography, the School of Film, the School of Design and Crafts and Literary Composition, Poetry & Prose.
Approximately one hundred students study at Valand and there are three master programs and a bachelors program and a research PHD. The goals of the educations is to develop students conceptually and technically - with art history and theoretical knowledge as the basis for developing art practices and relations to the arena they choose to work in.
Founded in 1856, The Valand School of Fine Arts at the University of Gothenburg remains a significant force in training artists. With a long and vibrant history we are continuing our dedication to the future of art wi[...]
December 1, 2011
An international two - year masters program in fine art, C : Art integrates studio practice with research and exploration of artistic methods. Students are able to develop their practises through a series of artistic inv[...]
March 2, 2011
Interest in post-Fordist service and information-oriented working methods is evident within contemporary art. How can this type of immateriality be read into cultural heritage questions around, for example, the history o[...]
February 21, 2011
A progressive school with individual studio spaces and ample workshops, small student groups and an international teaching staff, Valand fosters a strong working relationship between individual students and staff whilst [...]
December 2, 2010
