Department of Visual Arts
Constituent Department of Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla
About Department of Visual Arts
Background, academic mission, and departmental profile
1. Master of Arts (M.A.)
Privided that the candidate having 50% marks in aggregate or 45% marks (45% or 40% marks in case of SC/ST) in the subject concerned (any stream of Visual Arts/Fine Arts) in B.A./B.F.A. shall be eligible for admission to M.A. Course in Visual Arts (Specialization in Painting).
Note :
The Board of studies strongly recommended that at least 10% weightage shall be given to those who are having painting as subject/specialization in B.A./B.F.A.
2. Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.)
M.Phil. is a full time regular course of study pursued by regular attendance in classes and seminars. A candidate seeking admission to the M.Phil course must have at least 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST) in the subject concerned at Master's level. The qualifying marks in the Entrance Test for admission to Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) shall be 50% (at per with Ph.D.). In case of SC/ST candidates, qualifying marks in the Entrance Test shall be 45%.
3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.)
Ph.D. is a full time regular course of study pursued by regular attendance in classes and seminars. A candidate seeking admission to the Ph. D. course must have at least 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST) in the subject concerned at Master's level. The qualifying marks in the Entrance Test for admission shall be 50%. In case of SC/ST candidates, qualifying marks in the Entrance Test are 45%.
Programs & Courses Offered
Academic qualifications and certifications administered by this department
M.A
B.A
M.Phil
Ph.D
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Common queries about Department of Visual Arts
Where is the Department of Visual Arts located?
The Department of Visual Arts is an academic teaching department of Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.
How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?
Admissions to courses offered by Department of Visual Arts are conducted as per Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.
What qualifications are awarded by Department of Visual Arts?
Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla.