Apply to the Jameel House of Traditional Arts in Cairo

Study the theory and practice of the traditional arts in an immersive two-year programme taught by The King's Foundation School of Traditional Arts.

Graduates of the Jameel House in Cairo have gone on to pursue careers as prize-winning artists and designers and have launched successful craft-based businesses.

Each year, the programme accepts up to 20 students.

The deadline for applications is 24 August 2025.

Sacred geometry workshop with traditional compass and ruler techniques

Students practicing observational drawing of Islamic ornamental patterns

Traditional woodworking and joinery techniques in Islamic carpentry

Master craftsmen demonstrating intricate wood carving techniques

Students studying and creating traditional Islamic floral motifs

Theoretical study of geometric patterns in Islamic art and architecture

Field trip to historic Islamic monuments and architectural sites

Curriculum

Traditional arts

Sacred geometry

Observational drawing

Colour harmony

Decorative patterns

Crafts

Ceramics

Glass and gypsum

Metalwork

Woodwork

Programme details

Duration

Two years, full-time

Certificate

Awarded by The King's Foundation School of Traditional Arts

Location

Jameel House in Cairo, Fustat Traditional Crafts Centre, Cairo, Egypt

No fees

Tuition and materials are provided free of charge

Eligibility

Anyone aged 18 or above
No prior qualifications required
Applicants must be able to draw and make things by hand

How to apply

Download application form

Provide your details below to download the application form

Prepare portfolio

Gather your creative works to showcase your interests

Submit in-person

Visit the Jameel House in Cairo to submit your application and portfolio

Assessment

If selected you will be interviewed and take an entry exam

Submission process

Applications close on 24 August 2025.

Submissions are acccepted from 10h00–16h00, Sunday to Thursday.

Submit your application form and portfolio at the Jameel House in Cairo.

Download application form

Print and submit your application form with your portfolio.

Fill in your details below to download the application form.

By downloading this form, you agree to our terms and conditions. Print the downloaded form and submit it in-person at the Jameel House in Cairo with your portfolio.