BA (Hons) Fine Arts

Programme structure

Level 1

You will be introduced to the basic Fine Art media in 2D and 3D workshops as well as Studio Elective classes. Through this exposure, you will be able to explore your interests in each medium, without having to focus exclusively on one particular form of art-making.

With these explorations, you will learn and understand each medium, and to utilise them effectively when you encounter more conceptual projects in Levels 2 and 3; as well as leverage on this knowledge for your research-related studies.

Level 2

You will engage in interdisciplinary practices and internship/industry or community projects. You will also have the option to undertake a semester of overseas student exchange to gain a global perspective and enrich your learning experience.

These engagements will activate a deeper level of inquiry within your creative process. You will gain more confidence and professionalism in your practice. You will also become a more engaged, resourceful and culturally-aware artist who can react and respond responsibly, and with maturity, towards social, political and cultural issues that are raised through your art.

Level 3

You will engage in interdisciplinary practices and internship/industry or community projects. You will also have the option to undertake a semester of overseas student exchange to gain a global perspective and enrich your learning experience.

These engagements will activate a deeper level of inquiry within your creative process. You will gain more confidence and professionalism in your practice. You will also become a more engaged, resourceful and culturally-aware artist who can react and respond responsibly, and with maturity, towards social, political and cultural issues that are raised through your art.

Learning methods:

Attend lectures, seminars, critique presentations and regular guest lectures by visiting international artists, curators and scholars. You will have the opportunity to work in the studio and attend workshop electives in designated workshop spaces.

You will also participate in class presentations, complete written assignments and put together a research portfolio.