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We help students get into leading creative universities in Kazakhstan and worldwide

Professional preparation in creative disciplines and to each university’s requirements, for a smooth admission

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15+

years of INDIGO School of Arts & Design experience in creative education

2 000+

students study at INDIGO every year

500+

graduates have continued their education and professional development

22

countries where our graduates study

57

cities worldwide

97

educational institutions where our graduates study

10+

partner universities offering the best conditions to our graduates

INDIGO students in class London College of Communication, London
INDIGO meeting with parents and students

Creative admission is more than choosing a university.

The path often looks simple: decide, apply, get in. But there are many hidden pitfalls, and without knowing them you are almost certain not to get in.

Take “Graphic Design”

Visual communication and branding

Parsons School of Design

Parsons School of Design

New York · BFA Communication Design

Digital products and interfaces

London College of Communication, UAL

London College of Communication, UAL

London · BA Interaction Design

Editorial design and typography

University of Reading

University of Reading

Reading · BA Graphic Communication

Same name, but the portfolio, exams and career after graduation are different.

And that’s only the beginning. Most often, families find that…

01

The child wants a creative career but can’t clearly say which one

02

There is a portfolio, but it’s unclear whether it meets specific programme requirements

03

It’s unclear how to apply through foreign platforms and communicate with the university

04

Different countries, different entrance exam formats — hard to compare

05

It seems there is still time, but preparing a portfolio actually takes months

Book a consultation and map out a clear admission path for your child

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We help families who

  1. Understand that creative admission is a choice for years ahead and don’t want their child to make it blindly
  2. Are tired of conflicting advice and want one clear plan instead of ten opinions
  3. Hear their child say “I want to study design, animation, architecture” but don’t know how to get in
  4. Respect their child’s choice and want to help them reach the goal
  5. Don’t want to spend a year preparing only to find out they didn’t get in anywhere

But we can’t help if

  1. You’re looking for a quick box-ticking solution rather than a thoughtful long-term strategy
  2. You need the portfolio and documents done for your child, not together with them
  3. You expect a guaranteed admission or scholarship: no consultant can give that
  4. You think the result can be bought and aren’t ready for your child to work hard
  5. There are less than 6 months left and you need any option urgently

We work
with a proven system

We build preparation around the requirements of chosen programmes and universities — from the initial assessment to application and admission.

  1. 01

    We assess the situation

    The child’s strengths, current level, interests, timeline

  2. 02

    We build a strategy

    Field, countries, programmes and a realistic preparation plan

  3. 03

    We prepare the portfolio and documents

    Not in general, but for the requirements of specific universities

  4. 04

    We support you to the result

    From application to enrolment

A tailored solution for every situation — from choosing a field to submitting documents

Creative assessment

Haven’t chosen a field yet

Portfolio strategy

You know the field, but there’s no portfolio yet

Portfolio lab

There are basic works that need to reach university level

Admission strategy

Choosing between countries and programmes

Full support

You need full coordination from start to submission

Where we help students get in

65 universities in 14 countries. At least five new universities are added every year.

  • Aston UniversityUnited Kingdom
  • Birkbeck, University of LondonUnited Kingdom
  • Brunel University of LondonUnited Kingdom
  • City St George's, University of LondonUnited Kingdom
  • Goldsmiths, University of LondonUnited Kingdom
  • London South Bank UniversityUnited Kingdom
  • Loughborough UniversityUnited Kingdom
  • Queen Mary University of LondonUnited Kingdom
  • Royal Holloway, University of LondonUnited Kingdom
  • Royal Veterinary College, University of LondonUnited Kingdom
  • University of BathUnited Kingdom
  • University of BrightonUnited Kingdom
  • University of BristolUnited Kingdom
  • University of BirminghamUnited Kingdom
  • Bournemouth UniversityUnited Kingdom
  • University of EssexUnited Kingdom
  • University of GlasgowUnited Kingdom
  • University of HullUnited Kingdom
  • University of LiverpoolUnited Kingdom
  • University of NottinghamUnited Kingdom
  • University of SheffieldUnited Kingdom
  • University of SouthamptonUnited Kingdom
  • University of SunderlandUnited Kingdom
  • University of WestminsterUnited Kingdom
  • University of YorkUnited Kingdom
  • University of the West of England, BristolUnited Kingdom
  • Nottingham Trent UniversityUnited Kingdom
  • Cranfield UniversityUnited Kingdom
  • Arizona State University LondonUnited Kingdom · ASU London campus
  • Maynooth UniversityIreland
  • South East Technological UniversityIreland
  • RCSI University of Medicine and Health SciencesIreland
  • KEDGE Business SchoolFrance
  • Paris School of BusinessFrance
  • Aivancity School for Technology, Business & SocietyFrance
  • ESGCI – École Supérieure de Gestion et Commerce InternationalFrance
  • LISAA School of Art & DesignFrance
  • IESA Arts & CultureFrance
  • Institut Culinaire de FranceFrance
  • MJM Graphic DesignFrance
  • Atelier Chardon SavardFrance
  • Strate School of DesignFrance
  • AIM – Académie Internationale de ManagementFrance
  • University of AmsterdamNetherlands
  • Utrecht UniversityNetherlands
  • Vrije Universiteit AmsterdamNetherlands
  • Wittenborg University of Applied SciencesNetherlands
  • Istituto MarangoniItaly
  • Domus AcademyItaly
  • Schiller International University — Heidelberg CampusGermany
  • Schiller International University — Madrid CampusSpain
  • Swiss Hotel Management SchoolSwitzerland
  • University of NicosiaCyprus
  • Arizona State UniversityUSA
  • University of ConnecticutUSA
  • Pace UniversityUSA
  • Simmons UniversityUSA
  • University of OregonUSA
  • University of AlbertaCanada
  • University of VictoriaCanada
  • St. George's UniversityGrenada
  • Adelaide UniversityAustralia
  • Murdoch UniversityAustralia
  • University of NewcastleAustralia
  • Massey UniversityNew Zealand

Not sure which programme fits? Let’s figure it out at a free consultation

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Working with us, you become part of a large ecosystem. INDIGO is a school with 15 years of experience teaching creative professions: we have built a space where children want to create and grow.

01

University meetings

Getting to know programmes, portfolio requirements and funding options first-hand

02

Competitions and opportunities

International and local competitions, exhibitions, festivals, publications and educational opportunities

03

Meetings with professionals

Architects, designers, artists, animators — a look at real creative professions

04

Alumni meetings

INDIGO graduates share their experience of admission, study, internships and life after school

05

Summer schools and trips

Programmes chosen by age, field, language and budget. Trips to universities, studios and museums

06

Internships and projects

Real assignments, volunteering and joint projects with the centre’s partners

Your admission strategy is guided by the head of ISAD Career Center

When we move on to building your admission strategy, your case will be guided by the head of the department — someone who works with international education every day

Laura Kanatovna, head of ISAD Career Center, speaking at a forum

Laura Kanatovna

Head of ISAD Career Center

“My job is not just to offer a list of universities, but to help the student understand which field suits them, how programmes differ and what admission will take. A good strategy starts with understanding the student, and only then with choosing a university.”
100+ students guided in choosing a field and applying
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We work
with the best
universities in the world

Our students’ university map grows every year: we pay great attention to both preparation and partnerships with the world’s best creative universities.

Our students
got into universities in 20+ countries

We prepare students in creative disciplines and help them get into their dream universities. Hear what our graduates say on Alumni Talks.

Alumni Talks — conversations with INDIGO graduates who got into top universities worldwide: about preparation, studying and the life they were aiming for.

Full playlist on YouTube →

Frequently asked questions

Didn’t find an answer? We’ll go through your situation at a consultation.

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The cost depends on the programme and scope — from a one-off consultation to full support. We’ll name the exact price for your situation after the assessment, not by a one-size-fits-all template.

No, and anyone who promises that is most likely misleading you. We help build the strongest possible strategy and portfolio, but the decision is always made by the university or the scholarship provider.

No. All the work is created by the student — we help with ideas, feedback, structure and presentation. This is a matter of principle: the university should see the child’s real abilities, not our work.

No, but we help build the structure, refine the content and edit the text: the letter should reflect the candidate’s own experience and views.

From 12. The earlier, the more time for a conscious choice of field and preparation, but we also help those who come later.

No, we consider both Kazakhstani and international programmes — comparing them by content, not by how “prestigious” they sound.

Yes, these are separate formats — you don’t have to take the full programme right away.

That’s a normal part of the journey: the strategy is built with a main route and backup routes, not tied to a single decision.

Help your child make this choice consciously

The sooner there’s a plan, the more time there is to prepare. We’ll go through your situation and tell you honestly which path suits your child.

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