Top Arts Courses in India: B.A, M.A, Diploma & More

Updated on Feb 25, 2022 07:44 IST

Arts (Fine/Visual/Performing) or Arts course is a vast subject and consists of a wide expressive discipline. Arts mainly includes fine, visual and performing arts. It is a broad field comprising of various social issues, environment, causes etc. Arts course is designed in a way that it provides an outlook. Candidates aspiring to study Arts course must have qualified calss 12th with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognised board or institute. Arts courses can also be pursued by candidates after class 10th through online medium. Arts courses which are pursued after 10+2 are bachelor's degree programme, master's degree programme in arts, Fine Arts or Applied Arts courses. Candidates can also chhose deifferent specialisations after the degree courses in arts.  

Types of Art Courses- UG & PG

Arts Courses are mainly divided into three divisions: Fine Arts, Visual Arts, and Performing Arts. These courses are available both at undergraduate and post graduate level. These courses are divided into four to six semesters. In the first year and second year, candidates are taught core subjects and in the third year of UG courses, candidates are given the option for specialisations. Meanwhile, in PG courses, candidates are taught about the specialisations. Here in the article, we will discuss in detail the Arts subjects, syllabus and specialisations at undergraduate and postgraduate level for the students to develop a better understanding about the Arts Courses. 

Popular Art Courses- UG & PG

Arts Courses are of multiple types. Some of the Arts courses are taught in full time mode, meanwhile some are taught in part time mode. There are many Arts programmes that are degree courses whereas some of them are diploma courses. Here we have discussed in detail popular Arts courses at UG and PG levels. 

Art Degree Courses -UG

Arts degree courses at undergraduate level is mostly a full-time regular course focusing on subject areas like Liberal Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. These courses are of three to four years' duration. Admissions to these courses are usually done on the basis of merit. However, there are many colleges and universities that conduct their entrance examinations. 

Online Art Courses- UG 

There are many online websites that offer online arts courses. These courses are designed in such a way to offer basic knowledge to candidates about the Arts syllabus. There are many portals that also provide free Arts online courses to candidates. There are 21 online arts courses and colleges in India.

Art Diploma Courses- UG 

Arts Diploma courses at undergraduate level are also known as UG Diploma in Arts courses. It is considered to be one of the effective courses as it can be pursued right after 10th or 12th standard from any stream including (Arts, Science or Commerce). Candidates get admissions to these courses on the basis of merit scores. There are 502 diploma in arts colleges in India.

Art Degree Courses –PG 

Arts degree courses at postgraduate level is generally a full-time course. It focuses mainly on specialisations after completing the bachelor's degree programme. These courses are opted for by students who focus on specialisations. The duration of Masters of Arts courses is two years. Admissions to these courses are provided through both state and national level entrance exams. There are 5050 MA Colleges in India.

Distance Art Courses- PG 

The duration of master’s degree courses through distance mode in Arts is from two to eight years. In order to pursue a master’s degree in Arts, candidates need to have done bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline. There are many colleges like School of Open Learning, Delhi University (SOLDU), Karnataka State Open University and others provide distance arts course at PG level.  

Art Diploma Courses- PG 

This course is also known as PG Diploma. In order to pursue this course, candidates need to have a bachelor's or diploma degree in the required discipline. The duration of this course is usually one year. 

Art Certification Courses- PG 

Arts certification courses are also available for candidates at PG level. These courses are usually of 1 hour to six months duration. Admissions to Art certification courses are usually done on the basis of score obtained in bachelor degree course. This course is available in both offline and online mode.  

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  • Popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) UG Courses
  • Popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) PG Courses
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Popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) Colleges in India. Learn more about these Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
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Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ). Students interested in pursuing a career on Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

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Popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) Specializations

Following are the most popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

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Popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) UG Courses

Following are the most popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

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Popular Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ) PG Courses

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