One-to-one meetings with the RCA in Lisbon

This event is for those exploring postgraduate routes in art, design, architecture, communication, humanities and interdisciplinary practice. Learn more about how the RCA supports artists, designers and researchers to develop their work in an international context and what do prospective students need to know about living and studying in London?

You’re invited to meet Dr Adam Kaasa (Senior Tutor, Arts & Humanities MFA) in Lisbon for an in-person conversation about studying at the RCA.

What to expect

Tuesday 20 January 2026, 6-9pm

6pm - Beginning of 1:1 meetings with Dr Adam Kaasa

9pm - End of meetings

Please only book 1 session per person to allow other the opportunity. If we see you have booked two or more sessions then we may cancel your booking to free up the space.

Who is this event for

• Those interested in postgraduate study at the Royal College of Art
• Current RCA applicants and offer-holders
• Friends and family are also welcome to join, they do not need to have a ticket

You don't have to specialise in any discipline to attend this event: we welcome guests planning to apply to all subject areas.

Due to the postgraduate nature of RCA study, all attendees must be over 18.

How to join

The event is free to attend, but please note that places are limited. Pre-booking is essential to guarantee your spot.

I'm thinking of applying to the RCA - can I have an informal portfolio chat?

Yes! We're delighted you're thinking of starting your RCA journey. Please bring your digital portfolio to the meeting appointment.

About the host

Dr Adam Kaasa (Senior Tutor, Arts & Humanities MFA)

Adam's work moves between urban theory, facilitation and performance. As an interdisciplinary scholar he specialises in the intersection of culture, history and inequality in the city.

Adam holds a PhD in Cities from the London School of Economics and worked for a decade at LSE Cities. He is the Co-Founder and former Director (2015–17) of Theatrum Mundi, an international urban research centre on the culture of cities. He was Visiting Professor at the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design at the University of Toronto (2016). Uncommon Building (Spirit Duplicator, 2017), Kaasa's most recent book, documents a collaborative exercise in speculative fiction as a methodology for thinking critically and across disciplines about space, site and the urban.

Other events at the RCA

We are continually adding to our diverse programme of events: conversations on key topics such as funding advice and portfolio development, symposia, exhibitions, open days and more. Many are free and open to the public.