Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA Painting)

Eligibility:

10+2 from recognized board of secondary education or equivalent with art/ graphics portfolio.

Course Description:

Rai University, Ahmedabad is offering Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA Painting). In this section, learn about the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA Painting) course at Rai University, Ahmedabad

Course Information :

This four year bachelor course has been specially designed to instill in you the professional skills of an artist, and providing a thorough grounding for your artistic pursuits. The first year is foundation year, and rest three years are of specialization in painting. In each year there are ten core subjects and two optional subjects.

Year 1 :

Core Subjects :
Drawing
Creative Composition
Clay Modelling
Painting
Relief Print Making
Serigraphy
Intaglio Printing
Appreciation and History of Art

Optional Subjects (choose any two) :
Introduction to Photography
Introduction to Digital Imaging
Mural
Stained Glass

Qualifying Subjects :
English: as prescribed by the university.
Hindi: as prescribed by the universit

Year 2 :

Core Subjects :
Drawing
Composition
Painting
Portraiture
Mixed Media
History of Indian Art / Western Art
Curating and Exhibiting

Optional Subjects (choose any two) :
Print Making
Mural
Photography and Digital Imaging
Stained Glass

Year 3 :

Core Subjects :
Drawing
Composition
Painting
Portraiture
Mixed Media
Indian Aesthetics (3)
Methods and Materials
History of Indian Art / Western Art

Optional Subjects (choose any two) :
Print Making
Introduction to Conservation and Restoration
Mural
Introduction to Ceramics I

Year 4 :

Core Subjects :
Creative Drawing
Creative Composition
Painting
Multi Media
Western Aesthetics
Methods and Materials
History of Asian Art / Western Art
Report and Final Display

Optional Subjects (choose any two) :
Print Making
Traditional and Folk Indian Art Techniques
Introduction to Video Art
Introduction to Ceramics II

Coursework & Assessment :

The course is assessed using variety of innovative methods, including assignments, portfolio submissions and case study
analysis. Formal class contact time is normally 10-15 hours per week and students are expected to supplement this with an
equal amount of independent study. The assessment criteria is two phased. A formative system of assessment ensures that all the practical assignments, group discussions, seminars and written assignments in each subject are graded through out the year. The formal written and practical assessment is done at the end of each semester. The culmination of the final year is the display of work as part of an exhibition.

Careers :

Student will be able to pursuing careers as Professional Artist, Art Educationist, Curator for Art Galleries and
Museums, Illustrator, Designer, Visualiser with Advertising Agencies, Art Manager, Art consultant, Art Director, Set Designer.