Advanced Certificate in Visual Arts

SUMMARY

Level
Advanced Certificate(MNQF Level 4)
Duration
1 year(2 Semesters)
Modes
Available Modes (Full-Time)
Course Fee
Course FeeMVR 6,960

previous Intake

previous Intake
February Intake 2025
Campus
Male' (Full-Time)

Overview

In light of the Maldives' rapidly expanding tourism industry, Arts and Craft has emerged as a highly esteemed field, offering substantial income opportunities. Recognizing the immense talent and interest among school leavers, youth, and current artists in need of skill development, our comprehensive course serves as the perfect stepping stone for aspiring individuals. Our graduates acquire the essential knowledge and skills to make meaningful contributions to the field, positioning them to excel in society. With a strong foundation established during the course, students are empowered to enter the industry and further cultivate their skills through practical experience. Additionally, successful completion of the program opens doors for higher studies, including the prestigious Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Art and Design.

Entry Requirements

General Entry

  • i) Three passes in GCE O' Level/IGCSE/SSC or equivalent; OR
  • ii) Attainment of a Level 3 qualification OR

Alternative Entry

  • i) 18 years old and 1 year work experience AND Ability to communicate in the language of instruction

General Notes

  • Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
  • Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
  • Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.

Structure

Semester 1

Name Credit Points Fee (MVR)
ART003
Art Appreciation (CORE)
870
ART005
Drawing Fundamentals (CORE)
870
DHI017
Dhivehi 1 (CORE)
870
GEN001
Study Skills (CORE)
870
Semester Total 60
3,480

Semester 2

Name Credit Points Fee (MVR)
ART007
Visual Communication Design (CORE)
870
ART009
Visual Literacy (CORE)
870
ENG017
English I (CORE)
870
SOC015
Maldivian Studies (CORE)
870
Semester Total60
3,480
Course Total 120 CP
Total: 6,960

Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.

While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.

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