IAAC GSS is open to creative and innovative people who are interested in fields such as architecture, urban planning, digital fabrication, design, etc., searching for a multidisciplinary experience in an international environment. Previous experience with, and personal access to, Rhino is strongly recommended. Experience with Grasshopper, other design software, and digital fabrication skills are very welcome. The official language of the course is English.

The last day of course participants will join a presentation of developed projects reviewed by a jury and will receive a Global Summer School certificate issued by IAAC.

If traveling from outside of Dubai, each participant is responsible for investigating which documents are required via the embassies in their country of origin. The school will provide a confirmation letter regarding the participation to the course, and will assist the visa process wherever is possible.

Fee for Dubai is  which includes all required materials. There is no additional registration fee. Travel, accommodation, and food are not included.

Participants must bring their own computer with Rhino and Grasshopper installed (details will be provided upon acceptance). There are 20 spots available on a first-come, first-served basis, pending minimum criteria.

Acceptance notifications will be sent via email by June 1, 2026. Full payment is due by June 15, 2025, via e-transfer to [email protected] to secure your spot. All decisions are final.

*If the minimum of 15 participants is not reached, the node reserves the right to cancel the workshop. In such a case, all fees will be fully refunded.