BACHELORSchool of Arts, Design and Architecture

Bachelor of Art and Media (BA)

Duration

3 Years

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

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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.