The Australian National University (ANU)

The Australian National University (ANU) School of Art & Design is Australia's most influential art and design institution. We train the world's leading designers, artists, art historians, and curators, generating knowledge and cutting-edge practices for a vibrant and future-focused society. 

Our School is internationally recognised for studio-based teaching across visual arts, contemporary craft and design. We embrace and interdisciplinary and collaborative approach, where new technologies augment traditional media. Our dedicated Centre for Art Hitosry and Art Theory (CAH&AT) offers acclaimed courses to develop critical thinking and curatorship skills.

At-A-Glance

What
Global Exchange School
Where
  • Canberra, Australia
When

Final dates announced on school’s website.

Spring Semester

February — June

Fall Semester

July — November

Who
Open to RISD students

Juniors + Seniors. Minimum 3.0+ GPA required.

Eligible RISD Departments
  • Ceramics
  • Glass
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Illustration
  • Sculpture
  • Textiles
  • Graphic Design
Links

University Website
Exchange Website + Application Details
Academic Calendar
Housing Information
Instagram

Spring Semester Application Deadlines
RISD Deadline: Oct 1, 2025
School Deadline: Nov 30, 2025
Fall Semester Application Deadlines
RISD Deadline: Mar 1, 2025
School Deadline: Mar 31, 2025
Academic Credits
Minimum 12 RISD credit equivalency
Instruction Language

Full English instruction

Apply for Global Exchange

The entire application process will be completed using an online application portal. Apply the semester before you plan to attend.

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1:1 Advising Session

Have questions? The RISD Global team is available to meet for a 1:1 advising session. We can give you more information about your study options, help you figure out which program makes sense for you, and assist you with the application process.

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