Visual Arts (in Bulgarian)
Short presentation of the programme:
In the first two years of the programme, the focus is on general education courses and two-semester courses in the main areas of study. The theoretical part of the curriculum focuses on History, Aesthetics and Visual Arts Theory. Topics related to various appeals of composition and expression in the visual arts are examined. In the first two years, the students can take practical courses in drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, illustration, ceramics and porcelain, art glass, poster and advertising design, scenic design, and basic computer courses, etc. In the third and fourth years, there are six modules that lead to a specific professional qualification. They include lecture and training courses.
Major and professional qualification:
Specialisation:
Major:
Contemporary painting and murals, stage design
Qualification: Artist, artist – stage designer, ceramics and porcelain. Digital forms. Glass in the art of design
Specialisation:
Major:
Visual communication, graphics and illustration
Qualification: graphic artist, illustrator, graphic designer
Specialisation:
Major:
Ceramics and porcelain. Digital forms. Glass in the art of design
Qualification: artist - applied artist, ceramist, artist - designer of art glass
Practical training courses:
Practical training includes individual projects, participation in exhibitions and competitions, work in specialised rooms and studios in graphics and illustration, ceramics and porcelain, glass, sculpture, multimedia and digital technologies in the Radio and Television Centre of NBU and the University Theatre.
Practical training in some of the modules offers placements and internships in advertising agencies, enterprises, plants and factories, institutions in Bulgaria and abroad.
International mobility:
The programme provides an opportunity for international student mobility at universities in France, Poland, Czech Republic, Turkey, Spain, and the USA.
Graduate Student Competencies:
Graduation:
Completion of studies in the bachelor's programme takes place by defending a bachelor's thesis or passing a state exam upon earning the required number of credits. In addition to the professional qualification provided, students can also obtain additional specialisation by enrolling in a minor programme.
The graduation process complies with the NBU Standard for Educational and Qualification Degree Completion.
Occupation and possible positions:
Department :
Arts and Design