School of Performing & Fine Arts
🌟 Vision
“To nurture creativity, imagination, and artistic excellence by empowering students to express themselves through music, dance, drama, and fine arts—preparing them for both professional success and personal fulfillment.”
🎯 Mission
- To provide a platform where students can explore and develop their artistic potential.
- To integrate cultural values with modern artistic practices.
- To promote innovation, self-expression, and confidence through performing and fine arts.
- To encourage students to pursue careers in creative industries alongside academic excellence.
- To build global citizens who appreciate diversity in art and culture.
🎵 Objectives
- Skill Development – Train students in music, dance, theatre, painting, sculpture, and design.
- Cultural Enrichment – Preserve Indian traditions while embracing global art forms.
- Creative Confidence – Build communication, leadership, and presentation skills through arts.
- Career Readiness – Guide students towards careers in fine arts, media, entertainment, and design industries.
- Holistic Growth – Foster emotional intelligence, discipline, and teamwork through artistic education.
Program | Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
Theatre & Performing Arts (Certificate) | 6 months | ≥ 50% in Class 12; followed by audition |
Certificate in Performing Arts (e.g., Theatre, Dance, Music) | 1–12 months (commonly 6 months) | Typically Class 10 or 12 |
Certificate in Acting, Filmmaking, Dance | Acting: 6 mo–1 yr; Dance: ~1 yr; Filmmaking: ~9 mo | Commonly Class 10 or 12; varies |
Certificate in Visual Arts – Painting | 6 months | Class 10 pass |
Certificate in Museology | 5 months | Class 10 pass |
Diploma in Performing Arts (Drama) | 2 years | Completion of 10+2 |
Diploma in Performing Arts (Music, Theatre, etc.) | 6 months to 1 year (diplomas generally) | Varies; often Class 10 or 12 |
Diploma in Performing Arts (Drama) | 2 years | Generally Class 10 or 12 |
Diploma in Acting for Television | 1 year | Class 10 or 12 |
Diploma in Theatre, Acting & Filmmaking | 1 year | – |
Diploma in Dance (Bharatanatyam, Kathak) | 1 year | Class 10 or 12 |
Diploma in Fine Arts | 1 year | 50% in 10+2 (some allow 45% for reserved categories) |
Diploma in Fine Arts (Painting, etc.) | 4 years | CUET (12th based admissions) |
Advance Diploma in Design (Ceramic & Glass) | 2 years | As per university requirements |
Diploma in Theatre Arts | 1 year | 12th (CBSE/ISC) |
Diploma in Teaching Methodology (Abhinaya & Nattuvangam) | 6 months | 12th pass (Tamil Nadu) |
Diploma in Teaching Methodology in Music | 6 months | 12th pass |
Diploma in Kathak & Folk Dance | 1 year | 12th pass |
Diploma course (Theatre Training) | 2 years | Likely UG pass |
Certificate (4 years) and Diploma (2 years) in Music | Certificate: 4 yrsDiploma: 2 yrs | — |
Program & Specialization | Duration | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture, Applied Art) | 4 years | 10+2 or equivalent; entrance via Kerala DTE exam (no age limit) |
BFA Visual Arts (Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Photography, etc.) | 5 years | 10+2 or equivalent (standard UG eligibility) |
BA Performing Arts (Music, Dance, Theatre) | 3–6 years (flexible) | 10+2 from recognized board; no minimum marks; no age limit |
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music, Dance, Drama) | 2 years (per source) | 10+2 in any stream with at least 45% marks |
Bachelor of Performing Arts (General) | 3 years (some 4) | 10+2 with minimum 50% marks; preference for background in fine arts |
Bachelor of Performing Arts in Theatre (BPA Theatre Arts) | 4 years | 10+2 with minimum 55% aggregate |
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music, Dance, Theatre) | 4 years (8 semesters) | Standard 10+2 eligibility implied (not specified) |
BPA (Performing Arts) | 4 years (UG music degree) | 10+2 from recognized boards (CBSE/ICSE/IB/State Board) |
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Performing Arts – broader) | 3–5 years depending on program | 10+2; often requiring auditions or entrance tests (varies by institution) |
BFA / BVA / BA Animation | 3–4 years (BFA/BVA/B.A. Animation) | 10+2 with around 50% marks |
Program & Specialization | Duration | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
MFA (Painting, Sculpture) | 4 semesters (~2 years) | BFA or equivalent; typically via University of Kerala admission |
MFA (Painting, Graphics, Sculpture) | Not specified (~2 years) | BFA degree; admission via eligibility test |
Master of Performing Arts (Music, Dance, Drama) | 2 years (4 semesters) | Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Performing Arts); minimum 50% marks; entrance exam score often required |
Master of Visual Arts – Applied Art/Painting, Master of Design (Fashion Design) | Typically 2 years (PG) | Undergraduate degree; specific eligibility not listed in source |
Diploma (converted to Master in Dramatic Arts) | 2 years | Admission via audition/testing; now affiliated to Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya (PG degree) |
Program (PhD) | Duration | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
PhD in Performing & Visual Arts (Fine Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Dance) | Min 3 yrs – Max 6 yrs | Master’s in relevant field with ≥ 55% marks (50% for reserved categories). Entrance exam + interview required |
PhD in Visual Arts (Painting, Applied Art, Printmaking, Sculpture, Visual Communication) | Not specified (~3–5 yrs) | Master’s degree in relevant visual arts discipline |
PhD in Fine Arts | 3 yrs (min) – 6 yrs (max) | Master’s in Fine Arts or related field with ≥ 55%. NET/JRF holders exempt from entrance exam. Entrance + interview |
PhD in Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Visual Communication) | 3–5 yrs | Master’s in Fine Arts or related field with ≥ 55%. Requires entrance and interview |
PhD in Music & Theatre | 3–5 yrs | Typically Master’s in Theatre or Music; admission via department norms |
Program Level | Examples of Programs | Career Potential / Opportunities in India |
|---|---|---|
Certificate Programs (3–12 months) | Certificate in Dance, Music, Theatre, Painting, Photography, Digital Arts, Makeup & Styling | ✔ Entry-level jobs in event companies, theatres, studios ✔ Freelancing (dance trainer, art workshops) ✔ Assistant roles in music production, stage management, photography ✔ Pathway to higher studies |
Diploma Programs (1–2 years) | Diploma in Acting, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Fine Arts, Cinematography, Graphic Design, Fashion Design | ✔ Performer/Artist (actor, dancer, singer, musician) ✔ Assistant Director / Choreographer ✔ Graphic & Visual Designer ✔ Jobs in advertising agencies, media houses, OTT platforms ✔ Teaching in hobby schools & institutes |
Undergraduate (3–4 years) | BFA (Painting, Applied Arts, Sculpture), BPA (Dance, Music), B.Voc (Design, Theatre, Animation), BA Performing Arts | ✔ Professional careers as actor, musician, dancer, painter, sculptor, designer ✔ Entry into film, TV, OTT, theatre ✔ Media, fashion, entertainment industries ✔ Art galleries, museums, cultural organizations ✔ Government jobs via UPSC/SSC (arts & culture) |
Postgraduate (2 years) | MFA (Painting, Applied Arts, Theatre), MPA (Dance, Music, Drama), MA (Performing Arts, Fine Arts, Film Studies) | ✔ Advanced careers in direction, choreography, music composition ✔ Art critics, curators, cultural managers ✔ Lecturer/Assistant Professor in universities (after NET) ✔ High-profile jobs in film production, advertising, event management, animation studios |
PhD (3–6 years) | PhD in Fine Arts, Dance, Music, Theatre, Visual Arts | ✔ University Professor / Researcher ✔ Cultural Policy Advisor ✔ Senior roles in arts councils, cultural organizations ✔ Author / Scholar / Critic in Fine Arts ✔ Leadership roles in film institutes, drama schools, art academies |