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BFA in Visual Arts, Roger Williams University

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About this course

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The Visual Arts department at Roger Williams University offers an interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for future careers in the arts. The program encourages exploration across a variety of media, including traditional and contemporary forms, culminating in a cohesive body of work that reflects each student’s individual interests. Faculty members are active artists who foster lively discussions and critiques, with a strong emphasis on media exploration. The curriculum balances craft and conceptual skills, and students gain a broader skill set than many other arts programs. There are two degree options—Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts—both tailored to fit students’ educational and career goals. The department also emphasizes diversity, equity, and social justice, with students engaging deeply in historical and contemporary theories to contextualize their work within larger cultural narratives.

Why this course is highly recommended

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This program’s interdisciplinary approach is a major plus, offering students diverse media experiences and the opportunity to explore multiple interests within the arts. With active faculty, visiting artists, studio space, internships, and the chance to study abroad in Florence, Italy, students receive comprehensive hands-on training. The program’s emphasis on individual development and insightful critique helps students find their unique voice as artists, preparing them well for diverse professional paths in the arts or related fields.

Specialisation

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Students can develop specialisations within the Bachelor of Fine Arts, focusing on areas like Film, Animation and Video; Painting, Drawing and Printmaking; Photography and Digital Media; or Sculpture & Ceramics. The BFA allows students to develop media concentrations in these areas, while the BA degree offers the flexibility to double major or minor across different areas of the Visual Arts program. This focus on media concentrations enables students to attain proficiency and tailor their studies to their creative interests.

Course fees

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Application fees

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1st year tuition fees

37.96L

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Living cost

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Degree requirements

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The program offers two degree tracks: the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Arts. Specific course requirements for each are available in the university catalog, along with minors in areas like Film, Animation and Video, Painting, Drawing and Printmaking, Photography and Digital Media, and Sculpture & Ceramics. BFA students can develop media concentrations within their chosen area of focus, while BA students have the flexibility to double major or minor across a spectrum of courses.
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English language test

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL

79

DUOLINGO

105

PTE

53

Want to learn more about the admission process, eligibility criteria, and acceptance rates for international students? Visit the Roger Williams University admission page for complete details.

Career prospects

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Graduates from this program have gone on to become gallery assistants, art directors, educators, magazine writers, design consultants, freelancers, and entrepreneurs. Some pursue graduate degrees, while others work directly in the arts or related industries, leveraging their diverse media skills and creative problem-solving abilities developed during their studies.

FAQs

What media areas can I specialise in?

You can specialise in Film, Animation and Video; Painting, Drawing and Printmaking; Photography and Digital Media; or Sculpture & Ceramics, developing a concentration in one area within the BFA program.

Are there opportunities for study abroad?

Yes, students have the opportunity to study abroad in Florence, Italy, as well as other global locations.