Nelson Mandela University

BVA (Fine Art)

Programme Overview:

This programme offers training in the following disciplines: • Sculpture • Painting • Printmaking • Drawing (visualisation techniques) • Ceramics The student may select two of these specialisations. Together with drawing, professional practice and art theory the accent is on research, creative practice problem solving and process skills essential for contemporary art production. Training in small business management, basic marketing skills, personal and professional time management, as well as communication skills is an integral aspect of the programme.

Faculty:

Faculty of Humanities

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 2 years

Qualification type:

Fine Art stream

Department:

Department of Visual Arts

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

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Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

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Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

–

Subjects requirements:

Only after successfully completing the generic first-year programme are students considered for placement in the second year of the degree programme. The student must attend an interview and submit an interview portfolio of relevant first-year work appropriate to their proposed area of specialisation. Admission to the student’s desired area of specialisation is not guaranteed and so it is recommended that students interview for more than one area of specialisation.

Career opportunities:

Professional artist, animator, entrepreneur, designer, illustrator, model-maker in the theatre, television and film industry, marketing and sales representative in the arts sector, curator, conservation and display expert in the museum and gallery sector, craftsperson, teacher and lecturer.

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