Bachelor's Programme in Fine Arts - Specialisation in Arts and Crafts

Study programme code BACKH

ECTS credits 180

Admission requirements High School diploma or High School equivalency exam or relevant work experience.

General description and profile of the programme The students will receive knowledge of arts and crafts and at the same time be qualified for work where art subjects are important.

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning (formal, non-formal and informal) Arrangements for the recognition of prior learning are described in the information on the institution under "General arrangements for the recognition of prior learning (formal, informal and non-formal)".

Examination regulations and grading For a description of the examination regulations, see the Examination Regulations of the University of Agder.

For information about the Norwegian grading system, see ECTS credits and grades. Specific information on grading for each course is found in the individual course descriptions.

Graduation requirements The Examination Regulations of the University of Agder regulate the graduation requirements for each programme of study.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the programme students are expected to

- develop aesthetic qualifications and practical skills

- know important directions in the history of architecture

- disseminate knowledge about art

Teaching methods

This programme is organized in such a way that the students the first three semesters take arts and crafts subjects (90 credits). In addition they have to take 60 credits other arts-subjects.

Compulsory attendance will be required for parts of the courses (see course description).

Integrated theoretical and practical work.

Alternative practice training is included in the programme.

Assessment methods Final evaluations: See course descriptions.

Student exchange A study abroad programme may be included in the programme. Students may spend one semester at a university with which Faculty of Fine Arts has an agreement. Contact Student mobility adviser for further information about current exchange institutions.

Requirements for continuing in the study programme

For in-depth studies in 2.year of programme, the student have to pass 50 ECTS in arts subjects.

Occupational profiles of graduates and access to further studies This education qualifies for work with art subjects in Primary and Secondary School.

Qualification awarded Bachelor of Fine Arts, specialization in Arts and Crafts.

Contact person Anita Skogen. Anita.Skogen@uia.no. Phone: +4738141263.