The Global
High School
Art & Design Competition
Explore Your Creative Potential
A global creative contest for students aged 15-18
Learn design thinking from global art school faculty and compete with the next generation of creative talent across the world.
Accepting submissions in
Why Join?
Global Faculty
Learn from experiencd university educators, understand different ways of thinking about art & design and become exposed to global creative trends.
Design Thinking
Gain valuable insights into the iterative nature of design and learn to refine and transform creative ideas into practical projects.
Project-based Learning
For students preparing to apply to art and design degree programmes, the GAC offers the opportunity to experience project-based learning under the guidance of overseas university faculty.
Background Enhancement
Evidence your extracurricular passions to enhance your application profile when preparing for applications to competitive higher education programmes.
World-class Resources
Access world-class resources online, wherever you are in the world, enhancing educational opportunities and encouraging excellence in art and design.
Global Peers
Learn from peers from different cultural backgrounds and perspectives, broaden your horizons, and foster a spirit of friendly competition with other global participants.
Submission Requirements
Students are asked to submit a body of work that documents their idea from concept to final outcome.
This should consist of 2 parts:
- 5-10 page PDF presentation detailing the project idea / concept, primary and secondary research, ideas development and the final outcome. The presentation may use visualisation methods such as collage, sketches, photography, model making etc. to make the work more visually expressive.
- 2-3 minute video explaining the project’s final outcome as well as the creative / design process used.
2024-25 Competition Themes
Environment
and Sustainability
Identity and
Multiculturalism
Technology
and the Future
Social Justice
and Equality
The Intersection
of Literature & Art
Dreams
and Visions