Department of Applied Art

The Department of Applied Art offers Undergraduate (BFA) and Postgraduate (MFA) programs in Applied Art, affiliated with Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur.

The department is dedicated to creating a dynamic educational ecosystem that blends traditional art practices with modern design innovations and contemporary visual communication trends. Our objective is to provide students with a transformative, industry-oriented learning experience, preparing them to excel as creative professionals and leaders in fields such as advertising, graphic design, gaming, animation, and digital media.

At the undergraduate level, the department emphasizes strong foundational training in drawing, design principles, creative visualization, typography, photography, and digital illustration. The postgraduate program focuses on advancing specialized skills, fostering innovative design solutions, and developing research-based practices.

By providing hands-on studio experiences, interdisciplinary learning, exposure to cutting-edge digital tools, and real-world project work, the department cultivates critical thinking, visual storytelling, and creative problem-solving abilities. Our graduates are equipped to meet the challenges of the rapidly evolving design industry and to contribute meaningfully to both local and global creative economies.

Programs Offered

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Applied Art

Duration: Four years (eight semesters)
Core Subjects:     History of Visual Communication and Advertising Art and Idea Campaigning: Indoor & Outdoor Media, Illustration, Typography, Photography

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Applied Art

Duration: Two years (four semesters)
Specializations:    1) Illustration    2) Typography   3) Photography