Arts (Fine/ Visual/ Performing) Subjects List 2026: Check Semester-wise Subjects & Syllabus

Pallavi Priyadarshini PandaContent Writer
Arts is a broad stream that includes many popular subjects and offers unlimited career opportunities. Arts can be defined as the discipline that focuses mainly on the study of human condition, developing and creative skills of aspirants. The stream involves different techniques and methodologies that are a bit critical or speculative. Different subjects offered under this stream include humanities, literary arts, visual arts and performing arts. The stream helps students in gaining knowledge about language, social issues, history, world affairs, historical events and much more.
Eligibility Criteria for Arts Courses
There are specific eligibility criteria for Arts subject. Before applying for the Arts subject, candidates must be aware about the eligibility criteria to take admission in a university or college.
UG courses: Candidates must have passed class 12th in any stream like Science/Commerce/Humanities from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% marks.
There are age limits as well in some colleges and institutes.
PG Courses: Candidates should have a graduation degree from a recognised college/university with a minimum of 50% marks.
Arts Subjects
Arts degree courses are available in different subjects. Listed below are some of the popular Art subjects.
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Human Rights and Gender Studies |
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Hindi |
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Legal Studies |
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Music |
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Mass Media Studies |
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Informatics Practices |
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Fashion Studies |
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Additional Art Subjects
Apart from the above-mentioned subjects, there are a few optional Art subjects as well that are offered at colleges and institutes including Foreign Languages like French, Japanese, German etc., Creative Writing, Carnatic Music, Folk Music, Western Music, Dance etc. There are various optional subjects under Art streams. Some of them are listed below:
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Arabic |
Bengali |
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Assamese |
Bodo |
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Dance |
French |
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German |
Fashion Studies |
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Gujarati |
Informatics Practices |
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Japanese |
Persian |
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Legal Studies |
Malayalam |
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Manipuri |
Kannada |
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Graphics |
Computer Science |
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Kashmiri |
Bhutia |
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Mathematics |
Lepcha |
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Tibetan |
Sanskrit |
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Sculpture |
Russian |
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Painting |
Telugu |
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Physical Education |
Telugu AP |
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Mizo |
Sindhi |
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Limboo |
Music |
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Tangkhul |
Tamil |
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Odia |
Urdu |
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Punjabi |
Spanish |
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Commercial Art |
Media Studies |
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Telangana |
Entrepreneurship |
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Nepali |
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Popular Entrance Exams for Admission to Arts Courses
In order to get admission in Arts subject graduation courses, candidates must have passed class 12th with a minimum passing mark. Meanwhile, some universities and colleges also have their specific entrance exams. Some of the exams are listed below
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DUET (Delhi University Entrance Test): The entrance exam is conducted by National Testing Agency aka NTA on behalf of Delhi University. It is an annual exam conducted in online mode. This exam is of two hours duration.
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BHU UET (Banaras Hindu University Undergraduate Entrance Test): The entrance exam is conducted annually for admission in Art courses. The exam is conducted both in online and offline mode.
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JNUEE (Jawaharlal Nehru University Entrance Exam): This entrance exam is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) through online mode.
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TISS NET (Tata Institute of Social Science Bachelor's Admission Test): The entrance exam is conducted once in a year to provide admission in UG and PG courses. It is a computer-based entrance exam.
Career Opportunities in Arts Stream
The Arts Stream includes a wide range of subjects and has multiple career options as well. Arts students can opt job as per their interest and skills. Given below are some of the popular streams in which candidate can make their career.
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Management
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IAS/IPS
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Hotel Management etc.
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Sports get a reasonable amount of attention on campus, though it isn't a sports-first university by any means. There's a dedicated sports week held for the whole student body, along with regular events through the year rather than a one-time affair. On the facilities side, students have access to fo
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Joining in is pretty low pressure here. Most clubs don't run auditions or shortlist rounds, so a first-year student can sign up during orientation and be active within the first few weeks. New students usually get their first real introduction to campus life through a freshers' party, where clubs co
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Dhirubhai Ambani University offer sports facilities such as: Basketball courts -02, Athletic track (400mtrs) -01, Indoor Badminton courts -03, Cricket field -01, Gymnasium with all modern facilities-01, Football ground-01, Volleyball Courts -02, Table Tennis Hall equipped with six tables - 01, Yoga
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Sports can be a good way to balance academics and college life at Galgotias. Students who are interested in sports can take part in activities alongside their studies. The overall experience will depend on the sport you’re interested in and how regularly you participate. I’d definitely recommend stu
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Students can benefit from the university sports programme at Johannes Gutenberg University, which offers 70+ different sports and courses. From Martial Sports and Dance to Fitness and Health Programs to modern tred sports, there are many opportunities for students at JGU.
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The University of Roehampton offers a variety of sports and fitness facilities for students. Popular ones include:
- Gym Roehampton, a fitness center at Froebel College, with two additonal fitness studios
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Victoria University offers several campus sports and wellness activities via VU Sport. Key features of sporting life at the Victoria University campus are as follows:
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Galgotias University has a strong range of sports facilities for students who want to play regularly. The campus offers 20+ sports facilities, including cricket, football, basketball, badminton, volleyball, athletics, hockey, squash, table tennis, swimming/pool, archery, futsal, kabaddi, martial art
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Yes, students performing well in sports get a chance to avail for scholarships at VGU Jaipur. Students should check the scholarship eligibility criteria carefully before applying for it. The following are the details regarding the same-
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District/Federation Association | 5% |
State Federation/Association | 10% |
Cluster/Zonal CBSE | 10% |
National/Federation Association | 15% |
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Abu Dhabi University (ADU) offers a variety of sports/recreation facilities to students across its campuses including:
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- Training and leadership opportunities with varsity teams (like ADU Stallion
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Yes, Government Holkar Science College provides priority to the eligible athletes and sports students through the designated sports category reservations during admission.
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Yes, RWTH Aachen University runs an sports and recreational programme managed by the University Sports Center (HSZ). Key features of the programme are:
- 100+ different sports options like football, basketball, badminton, tennis, and volleyball
- Sports facilities include running tracks, cycling paths in
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Yes, BA LLB students are eligible for Sports Scholarships under the MS Ramaiah Memorial Scholarship Scheme (VII). The eligibility & amount of the scholarship are as follows:
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| Represented at State Level in a recognised sport event conducted by the official governing body | Min. 60% or Equivalent | INR 30,000 |
| Represented at National Level in a recognised sport event conducted by the official governing body | Min. 50% or Equivalent | INR 40,000 |
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Answered 2 months ago
MFA is referred to Masters in Fine Arts. The Brown University offers 3 MFA courses for a duration 2 -3 years. The tuition fee of MFA Courses are from INR 47 L -73 L.
The admission requirements are-
- UG Degree in relevant discipline
- English Lang Test (IELTS, TOEFL)
- Transcripts
- LORs – 3
- Personal Statement
- CV
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Techno India University BTech programme features the specialised Dhyan Chand Scholarship Scheme for outstanding sports talents. International-level players receive a full 100% waiver on their course tuition fees. National-level medal winners can claim a 50% concession on their educational costs. Sta
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West Saxon University of Applied Sciences of Zwickau is known in Germany for its sports. University is famous for many sports such as Badminton, Volleyball, Cycling, etc.
On Schillerstrasse city center campus, university even runs small gym for its students for their fitness.
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Yes, the university awards special financial concessions for the BA LLB at SAGE University, Bhopal to sports achievers. State and national-level athletes receive strong institutional backing here. You must present valid tournament certificates to the scholarship board. They evaluate each application
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Yes, University of East London offer Sports scholarships for its sports students. The scholarships includes-
- Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs
- Access to Ice Bath and Compression Recovery Systems
- Private access to Aqua East, our Elite Athlete Training Centre for Strengt
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