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Yeats Academy of Arts, Design & Architecture
Welcome to the Yeats Academy of Arts, Design & Architecture. The Yeats Academy of Arts, Design and Architecture is a catalyst for creativity located in Ireland’s ‘Creative West’.
Through the centuries, creativity from art, architecture and design to literature and music have flourished from this region. The region has played a critical role in the works of many internationally renowned creative talents most notably in the works of William and Jack B. Yeats
We provide accessible learning experiences across seven creative disciplines that engage with and build on the rich cultural legacy and genius loci of our region. We illuminate the value of creativity and cultural contribution to society, and seeks to make a lasting contribution, locally and globally.
Meet our Head of Department
Emmet is an advocate for the creative and cultural arts and the relevance of YAADA’s unique type of studio based education. With deep roots in the North-West and a native of Bundoran in Co. Donegal, Emmet values our role as a place-based university committed to expanding inclusion, equity and access to enhance a genuinely rich and inspiring learning environment full of diverse experiences, viewpoints and talents.