DAE Exchange Programmes
The Fall semester runs from end of 1 September 2024 until the beginning of February 2025. Students on this exchange can participate in one of the BA Studio programmes, 3rd year (studio 3A). This involves full-time (2-3 days of classes of our Studio programme and a 1 day class in the Fundamental programme and every other week in the Reflection programme. To be able to participate in a Studio exchange, you need to have obtained at least 60 ECTS in your school before the start of the programme.
The Spring semester runs from February 2025 until the beginning of July 2025. Students on this exchange can participate in one of the BA Studio programmes, 2nd year (studio 2B). This involves 2 days of classes in the Studio programme and 2 days of classes in the Fundamental programme and every other week in the Reflection programme. To be able to participate in a Studio exchange, you need to have obtained at least 60 ECTS in your school before the start of the programme.
Exchange is possible for a maximum of one semester and at Bachelor level only. Master students can still apply – if accepted they will be placed in the Bachelor programme.
We will place you in the Studio that best matches your work and your preference. This may be different from the Studio you applied for. Due to limited capacity it is not possible to change your Studio.
Design Academy Eindhoven has a specific selection procedure for exchange students. The school has a different structure compared to most design academies and universities. The school usually receives a high volume of applications for a limited number of available places.
The Academy has a long tradition of accepting exchange students and it boasts many bilateral agreements with design academies and universities from all over the world (within the EU for Erasmus+). Our selection is based on the candidate’s portfolio and motivation letter.
Please take into account that you may need a visa during your stay in The Netherlands.
Design Academy Eindhoven does not offer any kind of scholarship for exchange. EU students can contact the international department of their own academy to ask if Erasmus+ scholarships are available.
WHEN TO APPLY
The deadline for applications for the Fall semester (Studio 3A) is May 1. Please send your application between April 15 and April 30 (11.59 PM). All applicants will be informed June 1st on the final selection of incoming exchange students for the DAE Fall semester 2024. If we experience a high volume of applications, it may take longer.
The deadline for applications for the Spring semester (Studio 2B) is November 1. Please send your application between October 15 and October 31 (11.59 PM). All applicants will be informed December 1st on the final selection of incoming exchange students for the DAE Spring semester 2025. If we experience a high volume of applications, it may take longer.
Please send you application via WeTransfer to international@designacademy.nl. The application procedure is outlined below. The admission process starts immediately after the deadline.
EXCHANGE PROCEDURE
Each applicant must upload six items for their submission.
These are:
1 . Online exchange application form. You can find this here . You can select your top two preferences from the available departments. You can send your application form with the below items to international@designacademy.nl. Once your application is checked, you will receive a confirmation e-mail from international@designacademy.nl. If you do not receive an e-mail, please check your spam box!
2. A valid copy of your passport
3. A digital portrait
4. Your digital portfolio (10-20 pages in total, including your CV and motivation letter, max 500 words). Please use a PDF format with both pictures and text. Make sure that you reduce the PDF file size before you upload the document. Please make sure that you do not upload separate images, we require one document for your portfolio.
5. MP4 / Introduction Movie. You can only upload a video in MP4 format through the following browsers: Google, Firefox, Explorer, Google+, Safari and IOS.
6. Transcript of records. We would like to check your actual record status. With the start of the Studio you need to have obtained at least 60 ECTS.
Application items 2 to 6 should be uploaded on WeTransfer as a link. After submitting the form, send the WeTransfer link to international@designacademy.nl.
For questions on the procedure, please contact international@designacademy.nl.
TIPS
FOR PORTFOLIO, MOTIVATION LETTER & INTRODUCTION MOVIE
The purpose of the portfolio is to show a selection of your work (not only end-results but also process), interests and fascinations. Sketches, unfinished or conceptual work can also be included.
The portfolio – together with your motivation letter – should explain why you want to spend time at Design Academy Eindhoven in general and outline your interest in the specific Minor or Studio programme you have selected.
Page 2 of your portfolio is your CV, page 3 of your portfolio is your motivation letter. The motivation letter is a statement describing your motivation and expectations concerning the programme of your exchange preferences at Design Academy Eindhoven. What would you like to learn? What is it that you are looking for?
Make sure your introduction movie is one minute long. This is your opportunity to introduce yourself to the selection committee. Make sure that you mention why you want to attend Design Academy Eindhoven. You don’t have to be ‘on camera’ for the entire minute, but we do want to see you and hear you speak as well. We will check your English level through the one-minute introduction video.
GENERAL INFORMATION
DAE does not provide any housing. It is up to the students to find their accommodation prior to travelling to The Netherlands. You can find out more on our dedicate Housing page. More details on living expenses can be found here.
Healthcare in The Netherlands is provided through an insurance system. You can find out more about how this affects international students here.
Please take into account that you might need a visa for your stay in the Netherlands. Visit our Visa and Residency page for more information.