Emerging Tech for Creatives

Swedish residents may also qualify for financial aid through CSN during their studies. For complete details, please refer to the information provided on this page: Eligibility requirements

For those applying from Norway, Denmark, Iceland, Finland and the Faroe Islands, you should contact your local education support provider.

Below is the list of documents required to apply for Hyper Island Upskill courses.

1. CV in English

2. Proof of your highest earned education (High School, Bachelor, or Master's Degree.)

3. Proof of 2 years of full-time professional experience in fields such as: graphic design, visual design or artistic projects, film, photography or video production, project management, communication or planning within the creative and cultural industries, music, dance, theatre or other artistic activities.

4. Upskill Application Task: Send a response to the application task explained in the tab below.

5. Proof of language knowledge: Anyone whose native language is not Swedish, Danish, Faroese, Icelandic, or Norwegian must have the necessary knowledge of Swedish. You will be asked to upload proof that you meet the language requirements, read more on the general entry requirements

Please ensure that your full name is clearly visible on all documents you're submitting in your application. Please note that we do not accept any applications past the deadline.

What if I do not fulfil the standard entry requirements?

You are welcome to apply even if you don't fulfil our standard entry requirements, you can still be admitted through our Dispensary seat rule.

Application Task: Exploring Creative Possibilities with Emerging Tech

Emerging technologies, whether AI, XR, or new storytelling tools are reshaping how creative work is imagined, produced, and experienced. This task invites you to think like a creative practitioner who uses technology with intention, curiosity, and responsibility.

In 250 words or less, describe:

A creative challenge or opportunity you would like to explore using emerging technologies (e.g., “How might XR help audiences engage more deeply with cultural heritage?” or “How could AI expand my visual storytelling practice?”).

Which emerging technologies you would use (AI, XR, prototyping tools, digital marketing tools, etc.) and why they fit your idea.

What outcome or impact do you hope to create? For example audience engagement, workflow improvements, new forms of expression, or more ethical/sustainable creative decisions.

You do not need to build anything; just think critically and imaginatively about what is possible.

Use of AI

You are welcome to use AI tools as long as you follow these two principles:

1. Acknowledge your use of AI. Be transparent. If you used AI at any point, note briefly where and how.
2. Explain your own added value. What did you change, critique, or add? How did you shape the idea beyond the AI-generated suggestions?

Evaluation Criteria (3 points each — 12 points total)

1. Quality of the Creative Opportunity - Is the idea clear, meaningful, and relevant to the role of emerging tech in creative practice?
2. Technology Fit - Do you identify relevant emerging technologies and explain logically why they support your idea?
3. Applied Creative Insight - Do you show how technology could enhance storytelling, branding, workflow, user experience, or ethical/sustainable decisions?
4. Clarity of Communication - Is the answer structured, concise, and easy to understand?

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You can expect to hear the admissions results about 2-3 weeks before the Upskill course start date.