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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
      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 ) or
      • Diploma in related field

      ENGLISH 

      • IELTS/IELTS Online minimum Band 5.0 or
      • TOEFL iBT minimum score of 40 or
      • TOEFL Essentials Online minimum score of 7.5 or
      • 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 

      Without any of the above English proficiency certificates, accepted students will be issue with a conditional offer letter to fulfill the English language requirements.
       

      INTERVIEW

      Candidates must undergo an interview session before being accepted by the respective faculty

      Note: Candidates do not have visual impairment (color blind) and do not have physical disability making it difficult for practical work.

      Candidates do not have visual, hearing and speech impairment (for specializing in Acting & Directing only

    • Special

      HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATESDIPLOMA / A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT,SAM & OTHERS
      HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATES:

      Obtained High School Certificate Level or its equivalent with minimum entry qualification of CGPA 2.67 

      And 

      Minimum grade C in any 2 subjects 

      Note: Grading system is referred to each country academics qualifications
      DIPLOMA / A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT,SAM & OTHERS:

      Obtained Diploma in related fields with minimum 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 qualification of CGPA 2.67 

      And

      Minimum grade C in any 2 subjects

      ‘A’ LEVEL CANDIDATES
      (AQA, Brunei, Cambridge, Edexcel, London, Maldives)

      • ‘O’ Level and ‘A’ Level result slip and certificates
      • Passed ‘A’ Level with minimum score of  9 and minimum grade C in any 2 subjects
         

      AUSTRALIAN HIGH SCHOOL CANDIDATES

      Passed SAM / AUSMAT with minimum aggregate of 68 and the equivalent of C in any 2 subjects
       

      INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA CANDIDATES

      • Passed IB diploma with 26 points
      • Minimum of 4 score at High Level (HL) in any 2 subjects 1 subject at Standard Level (SL)

  • FEES

    • TYPE of feesAmount (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

      • 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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