Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague

Address: nám. Jana Palacha 80/3, 116 93 Praha
Website: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant

The Academy of Arts, Architecture & Design in Prague (UMPRUM) was founded in 1885. Throughout its existence it has ranked among the best educational institutions in the country. It boasts a number of successful graduates who have gone on to become respected professionals, garnering acclaim beyond the Czech Republic.

The school is divided into the departments of architecture, design, fine arts, applied arts, graphics, conservation-restauration of decorative art, art and design management and theory and history of art. Each department is divided into studios according to their specialist area. The studios are all led by leading figures of the Czech art scene.

Twice a year the school opens to the public for a presentation of student work, entitled “Artsemestr”. Each year the school organises over 15 exhibitions, half of which are shown abroad.

Overview

Institution type: Public
Founded: 1885
Good At: Architecture, Design, Fine Arts, Applied Arts, Graphic Design, Conservation-restauration of Decorative Art, Theory and History of Modern and Contemporary Art, Art and Design Management.

The Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague (UMPRUM) has evolved from being the first of its kind in the Czech lands to a modern, dynamic, and outward-looking institution, which now has over twenty studios in which to study. Ranging from Typography to Intermedia Art to Fashion Design to Glass, the UMPRUM studios are led by eminent authorities in their respective fields whose passion for teaching matches their dedication to their respective fields.

High competition for places results in a small student body; this nurtures a highly individual approach to each students development. Students are taught by renowned professors and leading authorities as well as by international guest professors, who are invited each semester as part of the Visiting Artist programme.

In-house workshops in each field of study allow for a hands on approach and a wide range of theoretical classes are offered to complement.
Four gallery spaces in the centre of Prague are available for use by students.
The school hosts a historic library with a vast collection of publications in many languages.

Collaborative projects between students and Czech and international manufacturers such as Škoda Auto, Volkswagen, Nike, Mikov, Bomma, Hermés, Ambiente, Baťa, Swarovski and Moser Glassworks.
Students take part in prestigious international exhibitions and design fairs including Salone Internazionale del Mobile in Milan, Brussels Design September, Dutch Design Week or London Design Festival.

Bilateral agreements with more than 55 European and non-European partners schools and membership in CUMULUS and ELIA.
Total number of students: 500
Number of international students: cca 60 (Erasmus+ students and Visual Arts program)
For international students: WEB International / WEB for exchange students
https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant/ma-program-in-english
Success rate: 25 %

Contacts

Institution:
Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague
Address: nám. Jana Palacha 80/3, 116 93 Praha
Web: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UMPRUM/
Contact person:
Alena Koňáková Helingerová
Personal role: Outgoing exchange coordinator
E-mail: alena.konakova-helingerova@umprum.cz
Phone: +420 251 098 281
Web: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant/exchange-students
Contact person:
Hana Smělá
Personal role: MA program head and coordinator
E-mail: visualarts@umprum.cz
Web: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant/ma-program-in-english
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visualartsumprum/
Contact person:
Lucie Bělinová
Personal role: Outgoing exchange coordinator
E-mail: lucie.belinova@umprum.cz
Phone: +420 251 098 281
Web: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant/exchange-students
Contact person:
Michaela Bížová
Personal role: Erasmus institutional coordinator, Incoming exchange coordinator, Recognition of foreign education and qualifications
E-mail: michaela.bizova@umprum.cz
Phone: +420 251 098 107
Web: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant/exchange-students

Fields of study

Arts and humanities Engineering, manufacturing and construction

Faculties

Faculty:
Art School
Address: nám. Jana Palacha 80/3, 116 93 Praha
Contact person:
Alena Koňáková Helingerová
Personal role: Outgoing exchange coordinator
E-mail: alena.konakova-helingerova@umprum.cz
Phone: +420 251 098 281
Web: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant/exchange-students
Contact person:
Hana Smělá
Personal role: MA program head and coordinator
E-mail: visualarts@umprum.cz
Web: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant/ma-program-in-english
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visualartsumprum/
Contact person:
Lucie Bělinová
Personal role: Outgoing exchange coordinator
E-mail: lucie.belinova@umprum.cz
Phone: +420 251 098 281
Web: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant/exchange-students
Contact person:
Michaela Bížová
Personal role: Erasmus institutional coordinator, Incoming exchange coordinator, Recognition of foreign education and qualifications
E-mail: michaela.bizova@umprum.cz
Phone: +420 251 098 107
Web: https://www.umprum.cz/en/web/applicant/exchange-students

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