Metal Art, continuation course

Education facts

Code: SBMG2

This course provides the opportunity for in-depth study of metal art for those who have prior knowledge at the university level or equivalent work experience and who want to develop further in the field. This semester of full-time studies follows the syllabus of the second semester of the Bachelor’s programme in metal art. During the semester, you will work in one of the largest academic metal workshops in the world as you deepen your knowledge of materials and techniques in metal and apply them to your own design work. Our 1200-square-meter forge provides ample opportunities to explore different techniques based on tasks and themes founded on the concepts material, body, and space. Through lectures, application exercises with supervision, workshops, and tutorials, you will receive support for further developing your working methods and also for reflecting on your work and communicating your choice of methods both in writing and orally. You will gain in-depth knowledge of visual design, including the study of theory. Our international and unique environment is located at HDK-Valand at Steneby in Dals Långed, 170 kilometres north of Gothenburg. Our courses and programmes are exemplary of our attitude towards the larger learning process, where we build a foundation and provide opportunities for further apprenticeship and mastery based on your individual preferences and goals. Admission is made subject to availability in our workshops. The language of instruction is English. The application should be made in English.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements and a passing grade in at least 3 credits from the course Core Skills 1: Explorative Sketching and Documentation, 7.5 credits (CSCS1A), as well as at least 4.5 credits from the course Metal Art 1, 15 credits (CSME1A). In addition, an approved portfolio is required. An exception from the Swedish language requirement may be granted if the language of instruction is English.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Metal Art, continuation course

  University of Gothenburg

  Dals Långed

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %