موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

Program Details

Bachelor in Visual Arts / Painting

Preparing a distinguished practice in the visual arts academically and skillfully to disseminate aesthetic culture in society by providing an educational and research opportunity in an environment supportive of creativity.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

It is a modern academic program in the field of visual arts that provides educational experiences in drawing, photography, sculpture, assemblage, printmaking, video, film, performance, historical and theoretical studies. The major refines artistic, technical and research skills. The program includes three tracks which are: painting, printmaking and sculpture.

Career opportunities

Pencil, (Charcoal, and Pastel Painter)- Digital Artist- Comic Book Artist- Caricature Artist- Cartoon Artist- Illustrative Artist (Medical and Anatomical Illustrations, Educational, Industrial, etc.)- Portrait Artist- Landscape Painter (Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor)- Mural Artist

Program Information

College of Art and Design
Department of Department of Visual Arts
Major photography
Academic degree Bachelor in Visual Arts / Painting
Language of instruction
Duration 4 Years

Program Details

  1. 1. Preserving the national identity through the practice of visual arts in the cultural and heritage sectors.
  2. 2. Participating in art forums and exhibiting their works in museums and galleries at the local and international level.
  3. 3. Applying research practices and creative critical thinking in the field of visual arts.
  4. 4. Working in various fields of visual arts in the community with high professionalism as independent artists.
  1. 1. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of visual arts in concepts, techniques, art history, and cultural and social context across eras.
  2. 2. Exhibit an advanced level of technical competence in the chosen field of the student, such as (painting, printmaking, sculpture).
  3. 3. Use critical thinking skills through the analysis and evaluation of artworks.
  4. 4. Develop creative solutions for traditional and non-traditional problems in the arts.
  5. 5. Work with professional responsibility through ethical commitment, effective time management, and self-learning.
  6. 6. Communicate effectively through oral presentations and writing to build professional relationships.
  1. 1. In-depth knowledge of art history across eras according to the cultural, social, and global context.
  2. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of concepts and techniques in the field of visual arts according to the specific specialization in the different program tracks.
  3. 3. Ability to use a variety of technical tools and computer programs to design and execute artworks.
  4. 4. Capacity to use independent critical thinking skills and informed judgment through the analysis and evaluation of artworks.
  5. 5. Ability to be creative and solve problems in art projects, and demonstrate a unique artistic vision and personality.
  6. 6. Capable of working with professional responsibility through ethical commitment and responsibility.
  7. 7. Ability to communicate effectively using technological means, build professional relationships, and present, discuss, and analyze ideas in written and oral forms.
  8. 8. Capacity for independent work and learning through practicing self-learning of visual arts after graduation.
  9. 9. Competence in investing specialty skills in the field of freelance work and teamwork to serve the community.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One ENG 101 English Language (1) 3 —
Level One ENG 102 English Language (2) 3 ENG101OR ENG101-1
Level One GRPH 123 Design Software (1) 3 —
Level One INT 131 Color and Material 3 —
Level One VIS 111 Art History (1) 3 —
Level One VIS 121 Drawing 3 —
Level One VIS 141 Painting 3 ( VIS121 YOR VIS121T Y )
Level Two GRPH 125 Design Software (2) 3 —
Level Two VIS 112 Art History 2 3 ( VIS111OR VIS111T )
Level Two VIS 122 Composition 3 —
Level Two VIS 151 Printmaking 3 ( VIS121OR VIS121T )
Level Two VIS 171 Sculpture 3 FDT121TOR ( VIS121OR VIS121T )
Level Three PHOT 130 Photography 3 —
Level Three VIS 211 Modern Art 3 ( VIS112OR VIS112T )
Level Three VIS 221 Drawing Advanced 3 ( VIS121OR VIS121T )
Level Three VIS 242 Painting Core Studio (1) 6 ( VIS141OR VIS141TOR VIS241T )
Level Four VIS 212 Contemporary Art 3 ( VIS112OR VIS112T )
Level Four VIS 341 Painting Core Studio (2) 6 ( VIS242OR VIS242T )
Level Four VIS 343 Anatomy for Artists 3 —
Level Four MATH 160 Statistics 3 —
Level Four VIS 201 English For Visual Arts 2 —
Level Five VIS 222 Sketching & Rendering 3 ( VIS121OR VIS121T )
Level Five VIS 311 Introduction to Islamic Art 3 —
Level Five VIS 331 Curating & Exhibition Management 3 —
Level Five VIS 344 Painting Core Studio (3) 6 ( VIS341OR VIS341T )
Level Six VIS 345 Senior Project (1) 4 VIS344
Level Six VIS 361 Professional Practice 3 —
Level Seven VIS 432 Writing about Art 3 ( VIS311OR VIS311T )
Level Seven VIS 442 Senior Project (2) 6 VIS345
Level Eight VIS 491 CO-OP Training 6 VIS432AND ( VIS442OR VIS452OR VIS472 )

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2

College Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
FDT 819 Fashion and Textiles Management 3
FDT 822 International Marketing 3
FDT 825 Experimental Publishing 3

Elective Specialization Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GRPH 231 Media Design 3
GRPH 324 Packaging Design 3
GRPH 331 Moving Image 3
GRPH 422 Islamic Ornamentation and Calligraphy 3
INT 123 History of Interior Design 3
INT 211 Saudi Architecture Heritage 3
INT 311 Saudi Arechitecture Heritage 3
PROD 321 Living Design 3
PROD 323 Biomimicry 3
VIS 253 PrintmaKing Techniques 3
VIS 274 Casting and molding 3
VIS 373 Installation 3
VIS 413 Medieval & Renaissance Art 3
VIS 415 Concepts and Issues in Art 3
VIS 422 Arabic Calligraphy 3
VIS 443 Landscape 3
VIS 445 Mixed Media in Painting 3
VIS 453 Textile Printing 3
VIS 454 Digital Printmaking 3
VIS 473 Public Monuments 3
VIS 474 Public Art 3
VIS 475 Metal Sculpture 3
VIS 476 Ceramic Sculpture 3
FDT 151 Fashion Illustration Basic 3
FDT 422 Fashion Accessories 3
FDT 451 Fashion Makeup 3
GRPH 124 Graphic Design 3
GRPH 222 Illustration 3

Academic Credits