noun
university of arts; arts college
Abbreviation of 芸術大学. Used in names of specific institutions (e.g., 東京芸術大学) or as a generic term for an arts university.
See also: 芸術大学
彼は芸大で日本画を学んだ。
He studied Japanese painting at an arts university.
芸大の入試は実技が重視
Practical skills are emphasized in the entrance exams for arts universities.