The Foundation Studies Department of MIA strongly emphasizes the understanding and appreciation of art fundamentals and the application of these fundamentals into the various disciplines of art and design. The Department endeavours to nurture the students with a strong foundation for their eventual pursuits in specialized courses in Graphic Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design, Textile & Fashion Design, Fine Art and Illustration.
As a whole, the main functions of Foundation Studies are
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To provide the students with an understanding and appreciation of the fundamental elements and principles of all artistic expression and the forces inherent in these elements and principles. |
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To provide training in basic techniques, methods, skills and concepts which are necessary for the artistic growth in the visual and plastic arts. |
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MAIN AREA OF STUDIES |
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Fundamentals of Art & Design |
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Basic Elements and
Principles of Art & Design in 2-Dimensions |
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Drawing |
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Exploration of media, study of form, space, value and etc. |
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3-Dimensional Studies |
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Exploration of Art
Fundamentals in 3-Dimensions |
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History of Art |
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Introduction to major courses |
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Graphic design / Interior design / etc. |
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Duration of foundation Studies |
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One Semester |
* All Diploma students are required to complete their
first semester in Foundation studies.
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