US6211001 - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (Fine Arts)

OVERVIEW

The Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art with Honours programme is a broad and diverse field of study that encompasses a wide range of artistic disciplines. It’s creative and expressive nature provides students with opportunities to explore various forms of artistic expression in painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, photography and more.

The programme’s curriculum is designed to encourage students to develop their creativity and artistic skills to their fullest potential. This is achieved by introducing the students to various art techniques and mediums, while encouraging them to explore and foster their own artistic style and interests. They will also learn about the history of art and the diverse artistic movements that contour and inspire the art scene worldwide, as well as contemporary practices and theories.

The Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art with Honours programme is specifically crafted to provide students with a well-rounded education that includes both theoretical and practical components. Students will attend lectures and seminars to learn about art history, theory, criticism, and participate in studio courses to develop their practical skills. They will also have the opportunity to partake in exhibitions and showcases to display their artwork, as well as to gain exposure and experience.

Graduates from this programme are well-prepared to pursue a variety of career paths in the art world. They can work as professional artists, art educators, gallery managers, cura+F11tors, art conservators, and more. They can also pursue advanced degrees in related academic and art fields both in local and international universities.

Overall, the Bachel+F11 provides students with the opportunity to develop their artistic and academic skills. It is the ideal choice for students who are passionate about art, the world around them and eager to make a lasting impression in the sea of creativity.

Pusat Pengajian Sains Kemasyarakatan,
Universiti Sains Malaysia,
11800 Penang Malaysia
https://art.usm.my/

Lectures will be mainly delivered in English
Examination: Bilingual (Bahasa Malaysia & English)

This programme requires candidate to attend an interview

Duration : 4 Years / 8 Semester
Medium Instruction : English Language
Semester Offered : Semester 1 (October)

REQUIREMENTS

General

MINIMUM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS	HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATES D	DIPLOMA / A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT,SAM & OTHERS
MINIMUM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: ACADEMIC Completed 12 years of Primary and High School Education and Obtained High School Certificate (eg. A‐Level, HSC,SMU, & Matayom Suksa 6 (Thailand),International Baccalaureate etc.) or Diploma in related fields ENGLISH IELTS/ IELTS Online minimum Band 5.0 TOEFL iBT minimum score of 40 TOEFL Essentials Online minimum score of 7.5 Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) minimum score of 154 or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) minimum score of 154 or Cambridge English: Linguaskill Online minimum score of 154 or PTE Academic / PTE Academic(Online) minimum score of 47 or ELS Certified Intensive English Programme Level (CIEP Level) 107 or Malaysian University English Test minimum Band 3.5 Candidate from countries where English is the official language or Candidate from an institution in which the medium of instruction is English or Students from Indonesia,Brunei, Singapore, and Southern Thailand are exempted from English language competency requirements when the medium of language used during their studies is similar to Malay Language; or International students who hold academic qualifications from Malay medium institutions and plan to extend their higher education in Malaysia. Without any of the above English proficiency certificates, accepted students will receive a conditional offer letter requiring them to meet the English language requirements.	HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATES D: Obtained High School Certificate Level or its equivalent with minimum entry qualification of CGPA 2.67 And Minimum grade B in subjects below: General studies And Grade B in any 2 subjects below: Bahasa Melayu Geography History Mathematics / Economics Usuluddin Syariah Note: Grading system is referred to each country academics qualifications	DIPLOMA / A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT,SAM & OTHERS: Obtained Diploma in related fields withminimum CGPA of 2.67 And Provided the course is not less than 5 semesters or 2 ½ years in the same accredited institution. And Obtained High School Certificate Level or its equivalent with minimum entry qualificationof CGPA 2.67 And Minimum grade B in subjects below : General studies And Grade B in any 2 subjects below: Bahasa Melayu Geography History Mathematics / Economics Usuluddin Syariah ‘A’ LEVEL CANDIDATES (AQA, Brunei, Cambridge, Edexcel, London, Maldives) ‘O’ Level and ‘A’ Level result slip andcertificates Passed ‘A’ Level with minimum score of 9 and minimum grade C in subjects below: Literature in English Economics Sociology / Psychology AUSTRALIAN HIGH SCHOOL CANDIDATES Passed SAM / AUSMAT with minimum aggregate of 68 and the equivalent of B in subjects below: English as a second language studies English studies Economics INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA CANDIDATES Passed IB diploma with 26 points Minimum of 6 score at High Level (HL) in subject below: Language A1 History AND Minimum of 5 score at Standard Level (SL) in Economics

Special

MINIMUM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS	HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATES D	DIPLOMA / A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT,SAM & OTHERS
MINIMUM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: ACADEMIC Completed 12 years of Primary and High School Education and Obtained High School Certificate (eg. A‐Level, HSC,SMU, & Matayom Suksa 6 (Thailand),International Baccalaureate etc.) or Diploma in related fields ENGLISH IELTS/ IELTS Online minimum Band 5.0 TOEFL iBT minimum score of 40 TOEFL Essentials Online minimum score of 7.5 Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) minimum score of 154 or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) minimum score of 154 or Cambridge English: Linguaskill Online minimum score of 154 or PTE Academic / PTE Academic(Online) minimum score of 47 or ELS Certified Intensive English Programme Level (CIEP Level) 107 or Malaysian University English Test minimum Band 3.5 Candidate from countries where English is the official language or Candidate from an institution in which the medium of instruction is English or Students from Indonesia,Brunei, Singapore, and Southern Thailand are exempted from English language competency requirements when the medium of language used during their studies is similar to Malay Language; or International students who hold academic qualifications from Malay medium institutions and plan to extend their higher education in Malaysia. Without any of the above English proficiency certificates, accepted students will receive a conditional offer letter requiring them to meet the English language requirements.	HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATES D: Obtained High School Certificate Level or its equivalent with minimum entry qualification of CGPA 2.67 And Minimum grade B in subjects below: General studies And Grade B in any 2 subjects below: Bahasa Melayu Geography History Mathematics / Economics Usuluddin Syariah Note: Grading system is referred to each country academics qualifications	DIPLOMA / A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT,SAM & OTHERS: Obtained Diploma in related fields withminimum CGPA of 2.67 And Provided the course is not less than 5 semesters or 2 ½ years in the same accredited institution. And Obtained High School Certificate Level or its equivalent with minimum entry qualificationof CGPA 2.67 And Minimum grade B in subjects below : General studies And Grade B in any 2 subjects below: Bahasa Melayu Geography History Mathematics / Economics Usuluddin Syariah ‘A’ LEVEL CANDIDATES (AQA, Brunei, Cambridge, Edexcel, London, Maldives) ‘O’ Level and ‘A’ Level result slip andcertificates Passed ‘A’ Level with minimum score of 9 and minimum grade C in subjects below: Literature in English Economics Sociology / Psychology AUSTRALIAN HIGH SCHOOL CANDIDATES Passed SAM / AUSMAT with minimum aggregate of 68 and the equivalent of B in subjects below: English as a second language studies English studies Economics INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA CANDIDATES Passed IB diploma with 26 points Minimum of 6 score at High Level (HL) in subject below: Language A1 History AND Minimum of 5 score at Standard Level (SL) in Economics

FEES

INTERNATIONAL FEES

TYPE of fees	Amount (USD)
TYPE of fees: Total Tuition Fees	Amount (USD): 12,500.00
TYPE of fees: Per semester	Amount (USD): 1,562.50
TYPE of fees: Per year	Amount (USD): 3,125.00
TYPE of fees: Recurrent Fee (Payable every semester)	Amount (USD): 112.50
TYPE of fees: Non-Recurrent Fee (Payable upon registration)	Amount (USD): 1,325.00
TYPE of fees: ** Fees are subject to change

LIST OF COURSE
Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

Introduction to Fine Art

Foundation of 2 Dimensional Studio Studies

Foundation of 3 Dimensional Studio Studies

Basic Drawing

Space and Analytical Drawing

Art Appreciation

Methods and Theories of Visual Art History

Introduction to Sculpture

Basic Painting

Introduction to Photomedia and Introduction to Printmaking

Aspects of Traditional Arts of Southeast Asia

Experimental Drawing

Malaysian Modern Art

Mould Making and Casting Sculpture

Configuration of Form in Painting

Intermediate Photomedia and Relief and Intaglio Print

Industrial Training

Aspect of Western Modern Art

Installation Art

Digital Painting

Advanced Photomedia and Serigraphy.

Visual Art Final Project

Digital Sculpture

Integration and Media Process

Alternative Photomedia and Alternative Printmaking
CAREER PROSPECTS
Position
- Freelance / full time artists
- Art Consultant
- Cataloguer
- Art Teacher / Educator /Researcher / Academic
- 3-D Digital Sculptor
- Academic Advisor
- Art Handler
- Director of Photography
- Artistic Director
- Curator
- Artist Works Associate
- Director of Art Events
- Gallery Assistant
- Grant Writer
- Media and Communication Designer
- Production Manager
- Studio Assistant
Related Industries
- Galleries and Museums (curatorial work, exhibition planning)
- Art Conservation and Restoration
- Art Auction Houses (e.g., Sotheby’s, Christie’s)
- Public Art and Urban Design (murals, sculptures)
- Art Therapy (mental health, rehabilitation programs)

Undergraduate

Student Admission Unit
Academic Management Division, Registry, Level 2, Chancellory Building
Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia.
Tel : 1 300 888 876 / +604-6533196
Fax : +604 653 3328

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