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A student is working at a jewellery bench surrounded by tools and equipment. They are working on a small metal object in their hands and looking at it intently.

Image credit: Sam Ingram-Sills (Whitedog Photography)

New programme will focus on intersection between craft practice and digital technologies

Taught by academics who are exemplary practitioners in their fields, the MA Craft programme is now accepting applications for September 2025 entry.

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Craft MA: Make the most of ECA's facilities to explore your creative practice

New MA Craft is unique in Scotland

The groundbreaking course incorporates both traditional and digital techniques.

A teenager in school uniform is looking at several artworks displayed on the wall. She has a broad smile on her face. An adult stands beside her, there are other pupils in the background.

Young artists enjoyed seeing their work exhibited at ECA

Scotland's first Saturday Club a roaring success at ECA

The initiative has welcomed youngsters through the doors of ECA to enjoy regular creatives sessions led by staff and students.

Isabel is smiling at the camera, holding a certificate that reads 'Craftsmanship and Design Awards Gold Award. She's standing in front of a display board with three large pages pinned to it, showing drawings of a spoon design. She is wearing a dress and a gold-coloured necklace, dressed for the Awards night.

Isabel Coles with her gold award and her silver spoon designs

Isabel's silver spoon wins gold award

Fourth year Jewellery and Silversmithing BA (Hons) student Isabel Coles has been recognised by the Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council for a design inspired by finds from her garden.

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