Department of Fine Arts

DEPARTMENT OF FINE ARTS

Overview:

The Department of Fine Art offers a four year course leading to bachelor degree in Fine Arts. There are three Major areas of specialization: Painting, Sculpture, and Miniature Painting. An integrated program has been formulated combines both theoretical and practical modules for the students of Fine Arts. Students supposed to be able to develop an understanding of technical and conceptual knowledge to use within their art forms. Started from the foundation years which develops the fundamental understanding about the basics of Fine Arts, students take introductory courses in all areas of specialization in Painting, Sculpture, Print Making and Miniature Painting.

Vision:

Our vision in the degree Program is to educate students, to use their curiosity, talent, and intellect to build a unique artistic vision upon a common cultural ground. Through a studio-based art curriculum, students will learn new ways of seeing, thinking, and expressing themselves.

Mission:

Our mission is to provide access to quality education that is universal for all, to ensure that our females work and act responsibly and courageously. The aim is to train the students in the creative process to enhance their analytical thinking skills for social transformation. As, this is founded on the belief that art is a fundamental force in national and international culture, and that one of the primary standards by which societies are judged.

HoD Meassage:

In the realm of Fine Arts, this department serves as a unique platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, fostering a rich exchange of ideas that transcend the boundaries of artistic expression. As we navigate the complexities of the contemporary world, the role of the arts becomes increasingly vital in addressing the challenges and transformations that define our era.

Art has the power to provoke thought, inspire change, and bridge cultural divides. This conference provides an opportunity for scholars, artists, and enthusiasts to engage in conversations that explore the intersections between the arts and the pressing issues of our time. Covering host of topics on Arts and design, the conference aims to unravel the layers of our world’s intricate tapestry.

Our distinguished team will contribute valuable insights, offering a diverse tapestry of perspectives. Together, we will explore how the arts can act as a catalyst for transformation, shedding light on the potential for creativity to drive positive change in our societies.

I encourage all students to immerse themselves in the vibrant discussions, forge new connections, and draw inspiration from the wealth of knowledge that will be shared. As we navigate these uncharted territories, let us embrace the transformative power of art to shape a more inclusive, empathetic, and sustainable world.

Warm regards,

Shumaila Mazhar
Head of Department
Fine Arts
Rawalpindi Women University

Program Offered:    

3^rd Semester:

Sr#	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hour
1	CS-107	Application of Information and Communication Technologies	2
2	CS-107L	Application of Information and Communication Technologies (Lab)	1
3	CCE-497	Civics and Community Engagement	2
4	ZOO-123	Cell Biology (Natural Sciences)	2
5	ZOO-123L	Cell Biology (Lab)	1
6	QTS-201/ ETH-201-	Quranic Translation Studies-II/ Ethics-II	1
7	BFA-201	Drawing-III	2
8	BFA-212	Painting-I	3
9	BFA-203	Miniature Painting-I	3
Total Credit Hour =  17

4^th  Semester:

Sr#	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hour
1	PSY-101	General Psychology (Social Sciences)	3
2	MGT 303	Entrepreneurship	3
3	BFA-206	Drawing-IV	2
4	BFA-213	Western Art-I	2
5	BFA-214	Print Making-I	3
6	BFA-123	Sculpture-I	3
Total Credit Hour =  16

5^th  Semester:

Sr#	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hour
1	BFA-301	Drawing-V	2
2	BFA-314/ BFA-315/ BFA-316/ BFA-317	Painting-II / Miniature Painting-II / Sculpture-II / Print Making-II	6
3	BFA-318	Digital Art-I	3
4	BFA-319	Western Art-II	2
5	BFA-320	Art Appreciation	2
6	BFA-321	History of South Asian Art-I	2
7	QTS-301/ ETH-301	Quranic Translation Studies-III / Ethics-III	1
Total Credit Hour =  18

6^th  Semester:

Sr#	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hour
1	BFA-322/ BFA-323/ BFA-324/ BFA-325	Painting-III / Miniature Painting-III / Sculpture-III / Print Making-III	8
2	BFA-326	Western Art-III	2
3	BFA-327	History of South Asian Art-II	2
4	BFA-328	Digital Art-II	3
5	BFA-128	Photography	3
Total Credit Hour =  18

7^th  Semester:

Sr#	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hour
1	INT-499	Internship	3
2	BFA-412	Research Methodology	2
3	BFA-413	Western Art-IV	2
4	BFA-414/ BFA-415/ BFA-416/ BFA-417	Mini Thesis (Painting)/ Mini Thesis (Miniature Painting)/ Mini Thesis (Sculpture)/ Mini Thesis (Print Making)	8
5	BFA-418	History of South Asian Art-III	2
6	QTS-401/ ETH-401	Quranic Translation Studies-III/ Ethics-IV	1
Total Credit Hour =  18

8^th Semester:

Sr#	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hour
1	BFA-419	Research Report	Major
2	BFA-420/ BFA-421/ BFA-422/ BFA-423	Thesis (Painting) / Thesis (Miniature Painting) /  Thesis (Sculpture)/ Thesis (Print Making)	Major
Total Credit Hour =  15

Category	Course Codes	Course Title	Credit Hours
General Education	ENG-110	Functional English	3
	ISL-101 /ETH-101-	Islamic Studies / Ethics-	2
	QTS-101	Quranic Translation Studies-I	1
	MTH-110	Quantitative Reasoning-I	3
	BFA-124	History of Ancient Civilizations (Art & Humanities)	3
	ENG-111	Expository English	3
	STA-112	Quantitative Reasoning-II	3
	CS-107	Application of Information and Communication Technologies	2
	CS-107L	Application of Information and Communication Technologies (Lab)	1
	PAK-103	Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan	2
	CCE-497	Civics and Community Engagement	2
	ZOO-123	Cell Biology (Natural Sciences)	2
	ZOO-123L	Cell Biology (Lab)	1
	PSY-101	General Psychology (Social Sciences)	3
	MGT 303	Entrepreneurship	3
			34
Interdisciplinary/ Allied courses	BFA-122	Basic Design-I	3
	BFA-125	Basic Design-II	3
	BFA-131	Materials and Model-I	3
	BFA-134	Materials & Model-II	3
	BFA-318	Digital Art-I	3
	BFA-328	Digital Art-II	3
	BFA-128	Photography	3
			21
Field experience/ Internship	INT-499	Internship	3
			3
Capstone Project	BFA-403                              BFA-404                                                                 BFA-405 BFA-413	Mini Thesis (Painting)/ Mini Thesis (Miniature Painting)/ Mini Thesis (Sculpture)/ Mini Thesis (Print Making)	8
			8
Major Courses	BFA-212	Painting-I	3
	BFA-314	Painting-II	6
	BFA-322	Painting-III	8
	BFA-414	Mini Thesis (Painting)	8
	BFA-203	Miniature Painting-I	3
	BFA-315	Miniature Painting-II	6
	BFA-323	Miniature Painting-III	8
	BFA-415	Mini Thesis (Miniature Painting)	8
	BFA-214	Print Making-I	3
	BFA-317	Print Making-II	6
	BFA-325	Print Making-III	8
	BFA-417	Mini Thesis (Print Making)	8
	BFA-123	Sculpture-I	3
	BFA-316	Sculpture-II	6
	BFA-324	Sculpture-III	8
	BFA-416	Mini Thesis (Sculpture)	8
	BFA-419	Research Report	3
			49
Core Courses	BFA-132	Drawing-I	2
	BFA-133	Drawing-II	2
	BFA-201	Drawing-III	2
	BFA-206	Drawing-IV	2
	BFA-301	Drawing-V	2
	BFA-213	Western Art-I	2
	BFA-319	Western Art-II	2
	BFA-326	Western Art-III	2
	BFA-413	Western Art-IV	2
	BFA-320	Art Appreciation	2
	BFA-321	History of South Asian Art-I	2
	BFA-327	History of South Asian Art-II	2
	BFA-418	History of South Asian Art-III	2
			49+26=75