Willem de Kooning Academy

Willem de Kooning Academie WdKA Life Programmes Associate Degree Bachelor Master Stations Research About Projects Publications News & Events Admissions WdKA Life Programmes Associate Degree Bachelor Master Stations Research About Projects Publications News & Events Admissions About Admissions Open Days & Recruitment FAQ Admission News & Events Contact Apply to WdKA Register at Studielink About At Willem de Kooning Academy, we create the setting in which students can develop and broaden their interests. They can choose different ways of working, the type of assignment that suits them best and even the style of learning and how to develop their talent.   You can find Willem de Kooning Academy right at the heart of the design city of Rotterdam. The academy is part of the multi-sectoral Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (RUAS for short). RUAS is a dynamic knowledge institute for higher professional education.   Education Today, artists and designers face challenges such as climate change, migration, and inequality. These are not just topics to study— they are reshaping how artists, designers, and educators work and create. We are committed to make a positive impact by working creatively and collaborativelly with the professional field. In doing so, we enable our students to navigate ever-changing contexts, technologies and infrastructures with confidence. Whichever Bachelor’s programme you choose, you'll have the opportunity to explore different mediums, techniques, Stations (Workspaces), and to work on inspiring interdisciplinary projects.