SOFTWARE

Q: What kind of technical/software skills are required?

A: The AA Rome Visiting School is an intensive workshop on computational design. No previous experience or software proficiency is required, though a basic knowledge of three-dimensional modeling is preferred.

Q: Which software will be taught and used within the workshop?

A: You will be taught either Rhinoceros/Grasshopper/add-ons or Maya, depending on your choice. The first 4 days of the AA Rome Visiting School will be based on a series of tutorials aiming to provide proficiency in the mentioned software. You are anyway encouraged to use also other software, which you may already be familiar with (i.e.: Processing, 3DS Max, Blender, etc.).

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LANGUAGE

Q: I’m an Italian student and I’m not a fluent English speaker, may I have any difficulties?

A: Tutorials and lectures will be held in English. Italian tutors will provide support in Italian. The workshop environment is collaborative and doesn’t require you to speak only in English.

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FEES

Q: Do I receive a refund if I decide not to participate at the AA Rome Visiting School after the fees payment.

A: Fees cannot be refunded under any circumstances. The only exception is if for any reason the AA School have to cancel the the AA Rome Visiting School, In this case, you will receive a £635 refund. The £60 Visiting Membership cannot get refunded, but you will earn benefits and services for visiting members within the Architectural Association for one year.

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ACCOMMODATION

Q: Does the AA School provide accommodation in Rome?

A: The AA does not provide accommodation, but can advise on appropriate options.

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OTHER

Q: Do the students receive any certificate of participation?

A: Yes, the students that attend the lessons and discuss the final project will receive a Certificate of Participation from the Architectural Association.