Visual Arts — study plan
- Credit hours
- 70
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 29
- Degree
- diploma
The Visual Arts study plan at Umm Al-Qura University is an accredited diploma programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 70 credit hours across 29 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ICC1201 | Values and Ethics | 2 |
| CUR1101 | University Skills | 0 |
| VA1601 | Drawing | 2 |
| VA1501 | Introduction to Visual Arts | 2 |
| VA1701 | Visual culture | 3 |
| VA1502 | Photography | 3 |
| FAD1101 | History of art and design | 2 |
| GRD1101 | Computer Design | 2 |
| IND1110 | Design Basics | 2 |
Level 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR1101 | Tajweed of The Holy Quran | 2 |
| IND1101 | Design Thinking | 2 |
| ELIG1401 | English Language | 2 |
| VA1602 | Arabic Calligraphy | 3 |
| VA1603 | Ornamentation | 3 |
| VA1504 | Geometric Perspective | 3 |
| VA1604 | Advanced Drawing | 3 |
Level 3 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR2102 | Memorizing the Holy Quran 1 | 2 |
| PRD2106 | Fundamentals of Design Criticism | 2 |
| VA2503 | Art and Design history(2) | 3 |
| VA2604 | Painting | 3 |
| VA2605 | Printmaking | 3 |
| VA2607 | Digital Art | 3 |
Level 4 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| QR2103 | Memorizing the Holy Quran 2 | 2 |
| AI2001 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 2 |
| VA2702 | Aesthetics | 2 |
| MA2705 | Promotion Arts | 3 |
| VA2614 | Advanced Painting | 3 |
| VA2606 | Sculpture | 3 |
| VA2608 | Metalsmithing | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Visual Arts
How many credit hours is Visual Arts at Umm Al-Qura University?
Visual Arts at Umm Al-Qura University requires completing 70 credit hours to graduate, spread across 29 courses.
How many years is Visual Arts at Umm Al-Qura University?
The study plan for Visual Arts spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Visual Arts award?
Visual Arts at Umm Al-Qura University awards a Diploma degree after completing 70 credit hours.