The Integrated Arts Major is a unique, multidisciplinary, practice-driven programme dedicated to educating a new generation of arts practitioners, art curators, managers, academics, and policymakers. The Major provides inputs for the intellectual preparation of the artist within the traditions of liberal arts, while creating the opportunity to build deep capabilities within a chosen art form in Performing Arts and Visual Arts. The Major exposes students to the practice of various art forms, as well as theoretical engagement through the study of art history, philosophy, performance theory, and more. Additionally, it allows for an understanding of how the arts engage with and offer solutions to society's grand challenges, such as climate change, health, and social inequality.
The programme is targeted towards five potential career pathways. These are directed towards enabling employment or entrepreneurship opportunities in professional art practice, the media and entertainment sector, museums/art galleries, arts management, and academia (teaching and research in arts).
The Major aims to provide comprehensive exposure to
Upon completing, graduates will be able to:
Upon completion, the student will be able to:
Upon completion of the major, the student will be able to:
To learn more about the Integrated Arts programme at Ahmedabad University you may send an email to integratedarts@ahduni.edu.in.
To know more about admission procedures, including lateral admission and about fees and financial aid, please visit our undergraduate admissions page or contact ugadmissions@ahduni.edu.in.
| Offered by | School of Arts and Sciences |
| Programme | Programme in Integrated Arts (BA + MA/MFA/MPA) |
| Degree | Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Arts, and a Master of Arts in Integrated Arts/ Master of Performing Arts/ Master of Fine Arts (DUAL DEGREE) |
| Minimum Programme Credits | 200 |
| Minimum Major Credits | 110 |
| Integrated Arts (Performing Arts/ Visual Arts) is also offered as a MINOR | |
| Credits | |
|---|---|
| Foundation Programme (Three Studios) | 9 |
| First Year Interdisciplinary Seminar on Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
Note: If a student’s performance in the First Year Interdisciplinary Seminar Course is unsatisfactory, they will have to retake the course during a specified time window.
| Credits | |
|---|---|
| Humanities and Languages | 3 |
| Social Sciences | 3 |
| Biological and Life Sciences | 3 |
| Mathematical and Physical Sciences CSD105 Introduction to Data Science |
3 |
| Performing and Visual Arts | 3 |
| GER Elective 1 | 3 |
| GER Elective 2 | 3 |
| GER Elective 3 | 3 |
| COM101 Effective Reading and Comprehension Skills | 3 |
| Sports and Wellness* | 3 |
Notes:
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Major Requirements |
Credits |
|---|---|
| Major Core | 18 |
| PVA102 Exploring the Black Box | 3 |
| PVA101 Exploring Studio Art | 3 |
| PVA200 Soundscapes | 3 |
| PVA103 Art, Materials, Media | 3 |
| PVA300 Theorising Arts and Aesthetics | 3 |
| PVA203 Art, Culture and Heritage in a Globalised India | 3 |
| Major Electives | 53 |
| Performing Arts Pathway | |
| PVA228 Fundamentals Theatre and Theatricality | 3 |
| MUS104 Fundamentals of Music and Sound | 3 |
| PVA115 Fundamentals of Movement Arts | 3 |
| PVA181 Music and Society | 3 |
| MUS105 A Glimpse into the World of Hindustani Music | 3 |
| MUS106 Khayal for Beginners | 3 |
| PVA171 Theatre and Society | 3 |
| PVA126 Scenic Design for Theatre | 3 |
| PVA 228 Acting for Stage and Screen | 4.5 |
| Visual Arts Pathway | |
| PVA112 Fundamentals of Drawing | 3 |
| PVA123 Fundamentals of Painting | 3 |
| PVA130 Fundamentals of Photography | 3 |
| PVA114 Introduction to Relief Sculpture | 3 |
| PVA113 Introduction to Block Printmaking | 3 |
| PVA220 Visual Arts Practices in Modern South Asia | 3 |
| PVA222 Seeing Photographs | 3 |
| PVA224 Human Figure Study in Drawing and Painting | 3 |
| PVA130 Fundamentals of Photography | 3 |
| Immersive Courses (Summer) | 6 |
| Research Projects | 12 |
| Fourth Year Project | 6 |
| Field Research Project | 6 |
| Advanced Studio | 21 |
| (The specific details of the outcome will depend on the degree i.e. MA/MFA/MPA and a particular student’s specialisation and orientation) |
Note: The four credit courses include one credit of tutorial.
University recognises the evolving expectations of employers, who seek adaptable, tech-savvy, and well-rounded individuals with strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities. Accordingly, the university integrates structured skill courses delivered through both internal and external platforms to prepare students as “T-shaped” professionals capable of applying knowledge effectively in diverse professional contexts. Skill courses are designed and offered with an aim to develop applied, demonstrable capabilities aligned with career aspirations and job roles.
Note: Courses to be taken from the existing list or approved On-campus courses and MOOCs: See document Mapping Skills to Jobs.
Free electives let students pursue any particular area in more depth, develop alternate areas of expertise, or learn more about many other interests. They provide flexibility for customising education at the University. It can take the following form:
Notes:
The final semester is dedicated towards the completion of a major project: which could be either an actual production or a curated project. It will demonstrate an industry-compliant creative work that demonstrates advanced familiarity and innovative ability in making and showing, curating, conserving, interpreting and archiving art. Typically, it may take the form of a substantial play or performance, an art/photography exhibition, a long-form documentary, a self-published thesis or an archive. The University will offer its facilities, and perhaps a basic support grant, but students will need to raise support from elsewhere for additional assistance, technical or otherwise. The completed work should be able to be displayed in public, and will be evaluated by an external jury.
A summer internship offers invaluable professional experience and the chance to develop specific, employable skills. It provides an excellent opportunity to explore potential career paths post graduation or discover new graduate programme interests. This experience connects with industry, often serving as a direct stepping stone to a job offer. Most of our programmes include a mandatory internship requirement.
It's advised that you start thinking about internships early in the monsoon semester. You may seek advice from the Career Development Centre.
All students will complete 45 hours of community engagement to develop a sense of social responsibility, enhance problem-solving skills, and understand their role as engaged members of society. They must undergo a mandatory course, VOL101 Engagement with Society, which is a graduation requirement. Students are advised to complete the course during the first two years at the University. Volunteer work could include teaching underprivileged children, participating in adult literacy programmes, distributing blankets or other items, working with old age homes and orphanages, providing support and encouragement to patients at hospitals, cleaning heritage sites, engaging with workers on campus, operating a food bank, engaging with the police, municipal government, zoo, sanitation services, etc.
The portfolio/sample of work must include at least ONE of the following: