Program Overview

BFA Programme in Craft with Specialisation in Crafting Futures

The BFA Programme in Craft with Specialisation in Crafting Futures is a three-year, full-time Bachelor of Fine Arts programme designed for students passionate about developing a practice that explores materials and techniques.

Programme Details

• Programme Code: K1CRF
• Duration: 3 years
• Credits: 180 credits (ECTS)
• Offered by: HDK-Valand - Academy of Art and Design at The Artistic Faculty
• Study Pace: 100%
• Time: Day
• Location: Bengtsfors
• Study Form: Campus
• Language: English
• Duration: 31 Aug 2026 - 3 Jun 2029
• Application Period: 16 Oct 2025 - 15 Jan 2026
• Application Code: GU-50016

Curriculum

The curriculum includes a wide range of materials and techniques, laying the foundation for a diverse craft practice. Students will get familiar with workshops and learn to create using different tools and methods. They will also start exploring how materials connect with the surrounding landscape.

Programme Structure and Content

• First Year: Trying out a wide range of materials and techniques, laying the foundation for a diverse craft practice.
• Second Year: Guided specialization, including in-depth learning about a traditional craft and its adaptation to new contexts, or an international study exchange with a partner university.
• Third Year: Aligning interests with professional practice, preparing students to work independently, including work placements, career guidance, an independent exam project, and a graduation exhibition.

Prerequisites and Selection

• Entry Requirements: General entry requirements + approved work sample. Exceptions may be made for Swedish when the language of instruction is English.
• Portfolio: Guidelines for the BFA programme in Crafting Futures are available.
• Selection: Based on an assessment of submitted work samples and a personal interview.

After Graduation

A BFA in Crafting Futures opens various professional practice opportunities grounded in material knowledge, including studio craft and art, artisanal production, and designed objects, whether as a freelancer or an employee. Graduates can also apply for a Master's programme in craft, art, design, or teaching.

Facilities

Custom-built workshops for Crafting Futures, including a modeling workshop for wood and metal, extensive textile facilities, wet modeling in clay and plaster, and a 3D digital lab. Campus Steneby has its own art gallery and library.

Exchange Opportunities

During the second year, students have the opportunity to do an exchange with another school through the international network.

Tuition

• Full Education Cost: 996,000 SEK
• First Payment: 166,000 SEK
• No Fees: For EU and EEA citizens, Swedish residence permit holders, and exchange students.