- Duration: 3 Years
- Department: Creative Arts
Introduction
The B. A. (Art and Design) programme is a three-year programme that aims at preparing students who will work skilfully and professionally in the area of art and design.
Objectives of the Programme
At the end of the programme, graduates shall be able to: a.Demonstrate a broad and comparative knowledge of the general scope of art and design and its different areas such as fine art, graphic design, textile, fashion, jewellery design, drawing, painting, sculpture and printmaking. b.Demonstrate a critical understanding of the essential art and design theories, its elements and concepts. c.Showcase knowledge and skills in the development and creation of design solutions for both the industry and individual needs. d.Demonstrate competence in describing elements of art and design and perform scholarly research in artistic cultures.
Career Prospects
a.Entrepreneurial opportunities: Graduates of the programme can establish entrepreneurial prospects in various areas such as fashion and jewellery houses, organizing fashion events, organizing exhibitions, consultants for cultural and fashion works. Graduates from this programme can be self-employed as painters, draughtsmen, sculptors, fashion designers, curators, textile pattern designers, fashion show models, tailors, jewellery makers and designers, garment/costume designers, interior designers, fashion show events managers, animators and graphic designers. b.Employment opportunities: Graduates of the programme can consider employment opportunities in cultural event planning and organization, festival planning and organization, and publishing. They can be employed as fine art teachers, art gallery managers, art therapists, heritage experts, cultural experts, museum curators, art restorers and cultural officers. c.Leadership/Community-based opportunities: Graduates of the programme can also consider leadership roles or community-based roles where they can use their knowledge and skills in cultural and heritage development campaigns or as social campaign experts and analysts for their communities.