Introduction

Gerrit Rietveld Academie is a well-known art academy focusing on fine arts and design in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. It is known for its innovative and experimental teaching methods.

Overview

Student Composition: The student body is highly international, with 65.9% of students coming from abroad, from more than 40 different countries, creating a multicultural learning atmosphere.

Course Setting: 2 undergraduate majors and 5 master's majors are offered, including fine arts, design and other fields, covering architectural design, ceramics, graphic design, fashion, jewelry, photography and other sub-majors.

History and Establishment Time

The academy was formed in 1924 by the merger of three art schools, originally named Instituut voor Kunstnijverheidsonderwijs. In 1966, after the completion of the Rietveld building, the school was renamed Gerrit Rietveld Academie in memory of the famous Dutch architect and designer Gerrit Rietveld.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: It has a professional and experienced teaching team, most of whom are professionals active in the forefront of design, art, curatorial or theoretical work, and can provide students with guidance and teaching closely integrated with contemporary art and design practice.

Teaching Achievements: It has trained many graduates with outstanding achievements in the fields of art and design, such as architect Ben van Berkel and photographer Rineke Dijkstra, who have been widely recognized internationally and won a good reputation for the college.

Nature of the institution

Public University of Applied Sciences.

Educational Philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' independent exploration and innovation capabilities, encouraging students to break through traditional thinking and try new artistic expressions and design methods. Emphasis is placed on combining practice with theory, allowing students to deepen their understanding of art and design theory in actual operations, while guiding practical creation through theoretical learning.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Fine arts, design and other disciplines are the key development directions of the college, with high teaching and research levels in professional fields such as graphic design, fashion design, ceramic art, and photography.

Key laboratories: Although there are no key laboratories in the traditional sense, the college has a number of studios and practice sites, providing students with a good creative environment and practice conditions, such as ceramic studios, photography studios, design laboratories, etc., equipped with advanced equipment and tools to support students in various artistic creations and design practices.

Department

The college has a number of departments, including the Basic Department, the Fine Arts Department, the Design Department, etc. Each department contains a number of specific professional directions, such as the Design Department covers architectural design, graphic design, product design and other majors.

Ranking

It has a high reputation and influence in the Netherlands and international art and design colleges, but its specific ranking in the comprehensive university rankings has not been found.

Fees

Tuition fees: The tuition fee for the 2024-2025 academic year is 8,792 euros, and the tuition fee for the 2025-2026 academic year has not yet been determined.

Accommodation fees: The college provides limited dormitories for international students, with a monthly price of 450 euros.

Campus

Campus buildings: The college has a unique architectural style, such as the buildings designed by Benthem Crouwel Architects, which have a modern and artistic atmosphere. There are multiple teaching buildings, studios, exhibition halls, etc. on campus, providing students with a good learning and creative space.

Campus location: Located in the center of Amsterdam, the surrounding cultural and artistic resources are rich, with many museums, galleries, art studios, etc., providing students with a broad artistic vision and practical opportunities.

Campus life: Campus life is rich and colorful. Students can participate in various art exhibitions, lectures, workshops and other activities. They can also join student clubs and organizations to communicate and cooperate with students from different countries and cultural backgrounds to expand interpersonal relationships and artistic vision.