Diploma in Visual Arts
- Level
- Diploma(MNQF Level 5)
- Duration
- 1 year(2 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time)
- Course Fee
- Course FeeMVR 10,800
SUMMARY
- current Intake
- February Intake 2026
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time (Evening))
current Intake
Overview
This course aims to provide background knowledge to specialize in the area of visual arts and work as skilled artists upon completion of the course. This program will provide the students with a range of practical skills from drawing and painting to design and photography and new media technologies that could contribute in major ways to the development of a cottage industry in local souvenirs such as calendars, mugs, t shirts, bags printed with Maldivian motives, postcards and so on.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) Two passes at GCE AL/HSC or equivalent OR
- ii) Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field OR
- iii) Completion of MNU Certificate 4 - Foundation Studies program (any) or equivalent OR
Alternative Entry
- i) Completion of a level 4 qualification (unrelated) and successful completion of MQA approved University Preparation Program OR
- ii) 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience and successful completion of MQA approved University Preparation Program
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.
Semester 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | ART113 World Art History (CORE) | World Art History | Nil | 15 World Art History (CORE) (15) (15) | 1,350 1,350 |
ART115 Drawing I (CORE) | Nil | 1,350 1,350 | |||
ART117 Graphic Design I (CORE) | Nil | 1,350 1,350 | |||
GEN105 Academic Discourse (CORE) | Nil | 1,350 1,350 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 5,400 5,400 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | ART119 2D studio (CORE) | 2D studio | Nil | 15 2D studio (CORE) (15) (15) | 1,350 1,350 |
ART121 Painting I (CORE) | Nil | 1,350 1,350 | |||
ART123 Print Making (CORE) | Nil | 1,350 1,350 | |||
DHI113 Dhivehi for Professionals (CORE) | Nil | 1,350 1,350 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 5,400 5,400 |
| Course Total | 120 CP | Total: 10,800 10,800 |
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.
Careers
This program will equip students for a career in the visual and creative arts, from gallery professionals and professional artists to curators, educators and government arts workers. The skills and knowledge students gain will equip to adapt and succeed in the expanding and changing landscape of the creative arts and will also serve as the foundation for further studies in education, or professional practice.