Kestora College
BACHELORSchool of Arts, Design and Architecture

Bachelor of Art and Media (BA)

Duration

3 Years

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Back to Art and Media

Program Faculty

Prof. Harri Lindholm

Professor

Prof. Robert David

Associate Professor

Prof. Marja Durand

Associate Professor

Core Art & Design Foundations

  • Drawing & Visual Studies: Observation, anatomy, and perspective.
  • Color Theory: Psychology and application of color.
  • 2D Design: Composition, layout, and visual hierarchy.
  • 3D Design & Sculpture: Spatial relationships and material exploration.
  • Visual Composition: Principles of design organization.
  • Art Practice Studio: Hands-on creative experimentation.

Media & Digital Arts

  • Digital Imaging: Raster and vector graphics editing.
  • Photography: Digital and analog photographic techniques.
  • Video Production: Filming, editing, and post-production.
  • Sound & Media Arts: Audio recording and soundscape design.
  • Animation Basics: Principles of movement and timing.
  • Motion Graphics: Design for moving image.

Technology & New Media

  • Graphic Design: Typography and branding.
  • Interactive Media Design: User engagement and interaction.
  • Web & Media Design: Design for web platforms.
  • Digital Illustration: Painting and drawing digitally.
  • Introduction to UX/UI Design: User experience principles.
  • Creative Coding (Basics): Programming for artistic expression.

Theory & History

  • History of Art: Survey of global art movements.
  • Media Theory: Analysis of media impact on society.
  • Visual Culture Studies: Decoding images in culture.
  • Contemporary Art & Media: Current trends and practices.
  • Film & Media Analysis: Critical reading of time-based media.

Communication & Storytelling

  • Visual Storytelling: Narrative through image.
  • Media Writing: Writing for various media platforms.
  • Scriptwriting (Intro): Fundamentals of script structure.
  • Communication Design: Visual messaging strategy.
  • Presentation & Portfolio Skills: Professional presentation techniques.

Professional Practice

  • Creative Entrepreneurship: Business skills for artists.
  • Media Ethics & Law: Copyright and ethical responsibilities.
  • Project Management for Creatives: Managing creative projects.
  • Internship / Industry Placement: Professional work experience.

Capstone

  • Final Year Project: Major self-directed creative project.
  • Portfolio Development & Exhibition: Professional showcase of work.