For some degree programmes at the Edinburgh College of Art (ECA) you need to submit a portfolio. This is a significant part of the selection process. Required quality for portfolio You might meet the academic and other criteria for the degree programme you applied to, but we may not be able to make you an offer based on the quality of your portfolio, for example if does not show the appropriate skills. In some cases, your portfolio might be good quality, but competition is high, which means we cannot make an offer.Check the portfolio guidance for your degree programme on the degree finder What to do if your application was unsuccessful You can request feedback on your portfolio in writing. Get feedback and find out how to appeal our decision This article was published on 2025-10-07