The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) – Painting / Applied Art / Sculpture / History of Art at Sona Devi University is a rigorous 2-year postgraduate program designed for students seeking advanced expertise in the visual arts. With focused specializations in Painting, Applied Art, Sculpture, and History of Art, the program fosters critical inquiry, conceptual depth, and professional refinement. Through intensive studio work, research-driven scholarship, and cross-disciplinary exploration, students evolve as independent artists, designers, researchers, and educators equipped for global engagement in the arts.

Course Objectives

• To deepen creative, technical, and conceptual skills in specialized visual art practices.
• To cultivate original research and interdisciplinary inquiry in art and design.
• To prepare students for leadership roles in professional, academic, and cultural sectors.
• To enable advanced critical engagement with art history, theory, and contemporary discourse.

Curriculum Highlights

Each specialization offers a comprehensive blend of practical and theoretical learning:

• Painting: Advanced exploration of visual expression using diverse traditional and contemporary media.
• Applied Art: Specialized practice in design strategy, visual communication, branding, and digital media.
• Sculpture: Experimental and conceptual development in 3D art using varied materials and formats.
• History of Art:  Critical study of art historiography, aesthetics, visual theory, and curatorial practices.
• Contemporary Art Practice: Examination of global art trends, conceptual art, and new media approaches.
• Art Criticism & Research Methodology:  In-depth training in analytical writing, academic research, and documentation.
• Professional Practice & Art Management:  Preparation for exhibitions, grant proposals, portfolio curation, and arts entrepreneurship.

• Dissertation / Final Project:  Independent research or creative work culminating in a thesis and public presentation.

Practical Exposure
MFA students benefit from real-world experience and industry engagement through:

• Personalized Studio Mentorship and Peer Critique Sessions
• Solo and Group Exhibitions in University and Public Galleries
• Residencies, Seminars, and National/International Art Conferences
• Internships with Museums, Studios, Art Foundations, and Creative Agencies
• Guest Lectures and Collaborative Projects with Eminent Artists and Scholars
• Public Art Interventions, Curation Projects, and Academic Symposiums

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the MFA program are well-prepared for diverse career paths, including:

• • Independent Visual Artist / Designer
  • Art Educator (University / College / Workshop Facilitator)
  • Art Historian / Critic / Researcher
  • Museum / Gallery Curator
  • Illustrator / Creative Director
  • Public Art Consultant / Arts Administrator
  • Art Writer / Cultural Journalist
  • Ph.D. Researcher or Doctoral Fellow in Fine Arts or Art History