Department of Fine Arts

BS Fine Arts, Course Overview

Fine Arts course is an amalgamation of array of sub disciplines in art that can teach the students explore and master different techniques and mediums of drawing and painting,  transferable skills, good communication skills, research skills, digital literacy in their own discipline, dexterity in treating art mediums and team work skills to say the least, all those capabilities that help the students to turn into proficient professionals and researchers and enhance their prospects of employability.

Teaching Methodology

The course shall be a combination of various methods including lectures, workshops, seminars, field trips, tutorials and group discussions using audio visual aids. The teacher will only discuss the basic of the concerned topic with pupil subsequently guiding them how to collect, recognize and interpret remaining information.

Evaluation Method

The courses are designed for better understanding of the subject. Concerned teacher will be responsible for the method of evaluation. A criterion will be set for the evaluation. There will be a separate evaluation system for assignments, presentations and essay writing as per HEC requirements. Student learning will be evaluated with efforts to assess at every level, from group assignments to the individual assignment. System use a variety of methods to inquire into our students’ learning experiences, relying on both direct and indirect measures, and using both quantitative and qualitative methods. System is abide by a principle of transparency in assessment to ensure confidence

Objectives of BS Fine Arts

1. Familiarize with the historical contexts for artistic and cultural heritage.
2. Develop art historical skills, critical inquiry and independent analytical thinking in the discipline of Fine Arts.
3. Relate, compare and contrast the major painting styles that emerged in art traditions.
4. Understand the work of art in relationship to the societies in which they were created and be able to discuss the cultural, geographical, philosophical, political and social factors that contribute to their creation.
5. Prepare students to be effective educators who contribute to the curriculum of contemporary institutes.
6. Develop the ability to translate research and practice.
7. Develop contemporary artistic skills to use their imagination and observation to create works of art.
8. Effectively express concepts in solid and presentable form.
9. Skillfully create artistic forms using different techniques and methods appropriate for the works of art.
10. Understand the meaning of work of arts in the contemporary art world.
11. Develop understanding of current professional standards in their chosen fields of contemporary art as well as the ability to meet the standards.
12. Being a professional artist, it will develop artistic ability to focus on their individual art practice and ideas to continue to learn and implement over the length of their career.

• Outcomes

1. Be informed, intelligent citizens and be valuable members of society committed to making a difference as influential cultural procedures, leaders and trend-setters.
2. Learners will be able to Demonstrate independent
3. Learners will be able to solve creative problem through original thinking and the development of a distinct and personal approach
4. student will be able to develop personal approach to art-making informed by contemporary issues and historical precedents
5. Learner will be efficient enough to acquire fluency in the major discourses informing their concentrations in Studio Art.
6. Be ready for careers in the creative industry as studio artist.
7. With the completion of degree student will be exposed to current trends in art.
8. Be able to integrate multiple disciplines and media for their creative projects in both personal work and professional pursuits.
9. Not only excel in the area of concentration within their degree, but also in their ability to continually embrace, innovate and advance the ever-changing developments in art and research.
10. Be able to integrate multiple disciplines and media for their creative projects in both personal work and professional pursuits.
11. Learner will be ready for careers in the creative industry as studio artists, illustrators, interactive- media practitioners, gallery administrators, art critics and/ or researchers.

• Scope

After successful completion of the course, the students will be able to transfer knowledge in various areas of Fine Arts. The curriculum would enable the students to interact with the world, their past and present, through the art that was created over centuries.  Learning through this curriculum would mean learning about skills, instructional education, social, religious, political and cultural history and contemporary ways to approach research in multifarious fields of art. Students can find their ways in the practical field as painters, designers, art historians, art critics, teachers, research advisors, entrepreneurs. They can find job placements with educational institutes, art galleries, museums, governmental and semi government organizations to name a few.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the BS Fine Arts are as follows:

1. Candidates must have completed their (intermediate or equivalent) education with a minimum of 45% marks from a recognized board / as per university policy.
2. In addition to the academic qualifications, prospective students are required to take the University’s entrance exams, which consist of aptitude and drawing tests.

• Academic Record 70%
• Entry Test 20%
• Interview 10%

(50% passing marks for both test and interview are mandatory to qualify)

*(Eligibility Criteria may be changed as per the Admission Committee of UHE).

Number of Seats

• Open Merit: 100
• Self-Supporting: 100
• Seats may be increased (If required with the approval of the Competent Authority)

SEMESTER 1

Basics of Painting

Drawing –I

SEMESTER 2

Drawing-II

SEMESTER 3

Drawing-III

Painting Studio-I

Calligraphy and Illumination

History of Ancient Civilizations

SEMESTER 4

Drawing-IV

Painting Studio-II

Sculpture and Ceramics

Art in Pakistan: Historical Perspective

SEMESTER 5

History of Western Art Movements

Miniature Painting

Painting Studio-III

Research Methodology

Drawing-V

SEMESTER 6

Muslim Architecture and Ornamentation

Fine Art Seminar

Miniature Painting – I

Painting Studio-IV

 

Advance Drawing

SEMESTER 7

History of Western Art: Modern Art Movements

Performance Art

Field Experience/Internship

Capstone project

SEMESTER 8

Thesis

Curatorial Studies / Galleries and Museum Surveys

Contemporary Art in Pakistan

Q1.       Is the University of Home Economics (UHE) degree recognized?

Yes, UHE is a public sector university, and all degrees are recognized by Higher Education Commission, Islamabad.

Q2.      How long is the duration for BS Degree programs?

Four (04) years/eight Semesters

Q3.      From where can I obtain the prospectus, admission forms and challan forms?

From University of Home Economics website:

              https://uhe.edu.pk/bs-degree-programs/

            https://uhe.edu.pk/associate-degree-programs1/

Q4.      Are there any specific quotas in admissions?

Yes, visit page 55 of prospectus 2022.

Q5.      How many programs I can apply to?

A candidate can apply to as many degree programs as she may deem fit.

Q6.      What is the admission processing fee for each application?

Rs 1000/-

Q7.      What is the last date and mode of submission for admission forms?

The last date of submission of admission forms will be 31^st October, and they can be submitted via hand.

Q8.    What criteria is set for applicants who missed the documents (e.g., Fee Challan, Admission Forms, Matric / inter result etc.?

The applicants must submit their missing documents by 31^st October positively otherwise application forms with missing documents will not be entertained.

Q9.    Are there any Scholarship programs available?

Ehsaas program by HEC, UHE need based scholarship, UHE merit-based scholarship are available.

Q10.    Who can apply for scholarships?

All students admitted are eligible for scholarships as per criteria.

Q11.    Are there any provisions for students applying in UHE from outside of Lahore to have hostel facility in University of Home Economics?

Yes, the hostel facility is available on first come first serve basis.

Q12.    Do you offer weekend classes?

No.

Q13.    Is there a fee refund policy?

Yes, the fee can be refunded within one week of the commencement of classes.

Q14.    What if I want to migrate to another program?

As per HEC Policy, you can migrate from one program to another only once.