Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture
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The School of Arts, Design and Architecture at Aalto University was formed from the architecture faculty of the Helsinki University of Technology and the University of Art and Design Helsinki (UIAH, known as TaiK).
About the school
TaiK, founded in 1871, was the largest art university in the Nordic countries. In its earlier form it educated many of the household names of Finnish art, design and cinema.
Recognition
In Business of Fashion’s 2017 rankings, Aalto University’s School of Arts, Design and Architecture was fifth in the world for undergraduate fashion courses. In 2016 it was third.
At a glance
Founded
1871 (as TaiK, before the Aalto merger)
Location
Espoo
Type
School within Aalto University
Sources: Wikipedia (en.wikipedia.org); Times Higher Education, best fashion schools 2017 (timeshighereducation.com). Details can change, so check with the school before applying.
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