Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Visual Arts
視覺藝術文學士(榮譽)
Year 1 Entry – HKDSE/ International Qualifications/ Post-Secondary
Programme Code | Duration of Study | Mode of Study | Class Start Date |
Medium of Instruction
The medium of instruction for classroom teaching (in all forms) at HKBU is English, except for those courses that are granted exemption.
Fund Type
Government Funded
First Year Intake Number
35
Credits Required for Graduation
128
Remarks:
For Non-Local Non-Mainland Students, the Programme Office will not consider applicants who select Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Visual Arts as their second choice.
Programme Vision
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Visual Arts programme celebrates the interdisciplinary intersections within art, design and media in between. Recent developments have introduced new processes, technology and situations that have resulted in an expanded notion of artistic practices beyond the traditional ways of engaging with and learning about the visual arts. The Academy considers all creative disciplines as equally valuable outlets for creative ideas and prepares its students to think, act and respond creatively to the circumstances around them.
Teaching Philosophy
The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Visual Arts Programme at the Academy of Visual Arts is a professional degree that focuses on intensive practice-led work in the visual arts supported by a programme in General Education. It emphasises creativity, versatility, and intelligent articulation, thus enabling its graduates to enter professional, studio-based careers in such fields as studio arts, design, and/or craft after earning the degree. Our BA-students have the opportunity to develop technical competencies, informed aesthetic judgment, and an understanding of the context in which contemporary work is created, rooted in the ever-shifting cultural climate of creative production.
Programme Structure
The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Visual Arts Programme is a comprehensive study programme in visual arts that incorporates subjects from across the scope of fine arts, design, craft and art theory. As a guiding principle of the programme, students will progress from breadth to depth over the time of study. Accordingly upon entry to the programme and completion of the required introductory courses, all students may choose electives that match with their personal preferences, their talent, and/or professional career intentions. Based on their choices in Year 2 they will further choose their courses in Year 3 and Year 4, thereby gradually developing a focus in their studies, which will finally articulate in one of two available programme concentrations:
- Studio and Media Arts (SMA); or
- Craft and Design (CD)
- Leading practice-based art & design academy in Hong Kong
- International teaching team and first-class studio facilities
- Professional degree, professional career
We require all students of the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Visual Arts programme to undertake a self-organised non-credit-bearing work experience (internship, work placement, or similar) during their time of study. The work experience links classroom theory to professional practice and provides the student with learning experiences beyond the academic programme. Such experiences are invaluable for the student's professional and personal development, giving them the opportunity to experience the wider arenas of the creative and cultural sectors.
The majority our graduates are full-time employed, work in their own businesses or as freelancers. Among the full-time/self-employed graduates, the greater part works in the creative and cultural sectors, with a significant proportion also in visual arts education, or in public relations and communication, marketing or research.
Paulina Alonso
Mexico | Visual Arts | Graduate
Our teachers always encourage us to share our own ideas and thoughts. They guide us through the creative process and help us find ways to bring to life the visions in our heads. Studying visual arts so far from home is a great experience itself. Here I’m surrounded by a stimulating environment that inspires me to create new artworks. Artists need to have different experiences in order to tell a story through their artwork. This opportunity to live in Hong Kong for sure helps me achieve that.
JUPAS - General Entrance Requirements
Programme Entrance Requirements
Programme Requirements
| HKDSE Core Subject(s) | Minimum Level |
|---|---|
| CHINESE LANGUAGE | 3 |
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE | 3 |
| CITIZENSIP AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT | Attained |
| MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART | 2 |
| Elective Subject(s) | Minimum Level |
| ANY 2 SUBJECTS Notes | 3 |
Notes for elective subjects:
1) One of the electives must be any Category A subjects (excluding Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2));
2) The other elective can be any of the following subjects:
a) Category A subjects (including Extended Part of Mathematics (Module 1 or Module 2));
b) Category B (Applied Learning) subjects with "Attained with Distinction (I)" or above;
c) Category C (Other Language) subjects.
Please refer to the following link for the details of General and Programme Entrance Requirements
Remarks on other requirements:
1) Candidates are required to submit a portfolio for assessment. Shortlisted candidates are required to submit practical tests and attend the interview. Interview performance will be specially considered. For portfolio submission guidelines, assessment details as well as schedules, please visit: https://ava.hkbu.edu.hk/en/bachelor/admission
2) High choice banding in JUPAS application is preferred.
International Qualifications - Programme Entrance Requirements
Candidates are required to submit a portfolio for assessment. Shortlisted candidates are required to attend practical tests and an interview. Interview performance will be specially considered. For portfolio submission guidelines, assessment details as well as schedules, please visit: https://ava.hkbu.edu.hk/en/bachelor/admission/admission-ex/2
Post-Secondary Qualifications - Programme Entrance Requirements
Candidates are required to submit a portfolio for assessment. Shortlisted candidates are required to attend practical tests and an interview. Interview performance will be specially considered. For portfolio submission guidelines, assessment details as well as schedules, please visit: https://ava.hkbu.edu.hk/en/bachelor/admission/admission-ex/2
提交作品集及面试安排
考生须于6月下旬递交个人作品集及完成艺术创意测试，详情将于6月中发送至考生的登记电邮，考生须根据指示于限期前递交作品集及完成测试。作品集要求细则请见 附件。
- 凡获邀参加面试者须参与艺术创意测试及面试。
- 考生须于面试当日将作品展示给面试官。
- 艺术创意测试目的为测试考生创意思维及与艺术相关之英语写作能力，内容不涉及艺术史或艺术专门知识。
- 面试将以线上形式(Zoom)进行，获邀参加面试者将于 6 月中下旬获发电邮通知有关的面试安排 。
Programme Contact Information
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