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B.A in Performing Arts with Dual Minors

Course Duration

6 Semesters
(3 Years)

Eligibility Criteria

Pass in PUC / 10+2 of any recognized Board / Council or any other qualification recognized as equivalent thereto. 

Overview

The Bachelor of Performing Arts is an undergraduate programme that offers rigorous training in classical dance, music, and theatre, nurturing artistic excellence and creative expression. Supported by interdisciplinary minor options, the programme prepares students for diverse careers as performers, educators, and arts professionals in the contemporary creative industry

Course Curriculum

01Language – II: Kannada I

02Language – II: Hindi I

03Language – II: Additional English I

04Communicative English – I

05Indian Constitution and Human Rights

06Music theory 1 (Karnatik Music)

07Music Theory 1 (Hindustani Music)

08Psychology -I (Basic Psychological Process – I)

09Practical-1 Fundamentals of Bharathanatyam

10Practical – 1 Fundamentals of Kuchipudi

11Practical-1 Fundamentals of Carnatic Music

12Practical -1 Fundamentals Of Hindustani Music

13Practical-1Fundamental of Acting in Theatre

14Psychology -I (Basic Psychological Process – I) Practicals

01Language–II: Kannada II

02Language–II: Hindi II

03Language–II: Additional English II

04Environmental Studies

05Communicative English – II

06Natya Sastra and Performing Arts

07Music theory 2 (Karnatik Music)

08Music theory 2 (Hindustani Music)

09History of World Theater

10Practical 2 -Bharatanatyam

11Practical 2 –Kuchipudi

12Practical 2- Mohiniyattam

13Practical 2 -Odissi

14Practical 2- Kathak

15Practical 2-Carnatic Music

16Practical-2 Hindustani Music

17Practical 2– Design in Theater and Acting Advance I

18English Literature (The Romantic Age) and Language II

19Psychology -II (Basic Psychological Process – II)

20Psychology Practical -II

21Folklore Study -Dance

22Folklore Study -Music

23Folklore Study -Theatre

01Language–II: Kannada

02Language–II: Hindi

03Language–II: Additional English

04Rasa Theory and its implications in Performing Arts

05Music Theory 3 (Carnatic Music)

06Music Theory 3 (Hindustani Music)

07Kannada , Children and Eastern History Theory

08Practical 3 -Bharatanatyam

09Practical 3 –Kuchipudi

10Practical 3 –Mohiniyattam

11Practical 3 – Odissi

12Practical 3 – Kathak

13Practical 3 -Carnatic Music

14Practical 3 - Hindustani Music

15Practical 3 -Design in Theater and Major Production

16English Literature (Victorian & Modern) & Language

17Social Psychology

18Psychology Practical -III

19Open Elective

20Psychology Practical -II

21Internship in Performing Arts

01Language–II Kannada IV

02Language–II Hindi IV

03Language–II Additional English IV

04Textual Traditions in Performing Arts

05Music Theory 4 (Karnatik Music)

06Music Theory 4 (Hindustani Music)

07Theatre architecture and developments of theatre

08Practical 4- Bharatanatyam

09Practical 4 –Kuchipudi

10Practical 4- Mohiniyattam

11Practical 4- Odissi

12Practical 4- Kathak

13Practical 4–CarnaticVocal

14Practical 4 -Hindustani Vocal

15Practical 4– Political Theatre

16Reading India

17Developmental Psychology

18Psychology Practical –IV

19MOOC (SELF STUDY)

  • Traditions and Innovations in Performing Arts
  • Music Theory 5 (Carnatic Music)
  • Music Theory 5 (Hindustani Music)
  • Theatre aesthetics and play writing
  • Practical 5-Bharathanatyam
  • Practical 5 –Kuchipudi
  • Practical 5- Mohiniyattam
  • Practical 5- Odissi
  • Practical 5- Kathak
  • Practical 5- Carnatic Vocal
  • Practical 5- Hindustani Vocal
  • Practical 5 -Theatre Acting Advance III
  • Literary Criticism
  • Literatures of India – I
  • Reading Myths and Mythologies
  • Abnormal Psychology – I
  • Indigenous Psychology- An Indian Perspective-I
  • Health Psychology – I
  • Psychology Practical- V
  • Psychology Practical – VI
  • Skill Development

01Traditions and Innovations in Performing Arts

02Music Theory 5 (Carnatic Music)

03Music Theory 5 (Hindustani Music)

04Theatre aesthetics and play writing

05Practical 5-Bharathanatyam

06Practical 5 –Kuchipudi

07Practical 5- Mohiniyattam

08Practical 5- Odissi

09Practical 5- Kathak

10Practical 5- Carnatic Vocal

11Practical 5- Hindustani Vocal

12Practical 5 -Theatre Acting Advance III

13Literary Criticism

14Literatures of India – I

15Reading Myths and Mythologies

16Abnormal Psychology – I

17Psychology Practical- V

18Indigenous Psychology- An Indian Perspective-I

19Health Psychology – I

20Psychology Practical – VI

21Psychology Practical - VI (A)

22Skill Development

01Aesthetics

02Music Theory 6 (Karnatik Music)

03Music Theory 6 (Hindustani Music)

04Theatre direction

05Practical 6-Bharathanatyam

06Practical 6- Kuchipudi

07Practical 6- Mohiniyattam

08Practical 6- Odissi

09Practical 6- Kathak

10Practical 6- Carnatic Vocal

11Practical 6 - Hindustani Vocal

12Practical 6 -Theatre

13Introduction to Critical Theory

14Literatures from India – II

15Revisionist Writings

16Abnormal Psychology - II

17Indigenous Psychology- An Indian Perspective-II

18Health Psychology – II

19Psychology practical- VII

20Psychology practical - VIII

21Field Trip

22Dissertation (IPR)

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO-1

PProfessional Competence: Graduates will emerge as competent performers, educators, and arts professionals with strong foundational skills, ethical values, and artistic discipline.

PEO-2

Career Readiness and Employability: Graduates will pursue diverse career pathways in performance, teaching, arts administration, media, and creative industries, supported by interdisciplinary learning.

PEO-3

Creative Growth and Innovation: Graduates will engage in creative exploration and innovation, developing original artistic work while respecting classical traditions.

PEO-4

Lifelong Learning and Adaptability: Graduates will demonstrate adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning in response to evolving artistic, technological, and professional landscapes.

PEO-5

Cultural Advocacy and Community Engagement: Graduates will actively contribute to the preservation, promotion, and dissemination of Indian performing arts within society.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

PO 1 Performing Arts Knowledge & Skills:

Demonstrate foundational knowledge and practical proficiency in the chosen performing art form, supported by understanding of cultural and historical contexts.

PO 2 Critical Thinking and Problem Analysis:

Analyze artistic challenges using theoretical frameworks, classical texts, and interdisciplinary perspectives to improve performance and creative outcomes.

PO 3 Creative Expression and Innovation:

Create and present original artistic works by integrating creativity, technique, and theoretical understanding.

PO 4 Communication, Ethics, and Teamwork:

Communicate effectively, uphold ethical values, and work collaboratively in artistic and professional environments.

Programme Handbooks

Programme Specific Outcomes

  • PSO-1 Application of Performing Arts Techniques: Apply classical and contemporary techniques of the chosen discipline with stylistic accuracy and expressive clarity.
  • PSO-2 Creative Visualization and Performance: Conceptualize, design, and perform artistic works that reflect technical skill, creativity, and cultural understanding.
  • PSO-3 Critical and Analytical Engagement: Interpret and evaluate performances, texts, and artistic works within cultural, historical, and social frameworks.
  • PSO-3 Interdisciplinary Integration: Integrate knowledge from minor disciplines (Psychology, English, Integrated Marketing Communication) to enhance performance, pedagogy, and arts practice.

Career Opportunities

  • Pursue post-graduation, higher studies  
  • Become entrepreneurs 
  • Open new avenues in Arts like free-lance writing or artistic counsellors
  • Pursue inter-disciplinary doctoral research
Fee
  • Indian / SAARC Nationals₹ 1000
  • NRI Fee ₹ 2000
  • Foreign NationalsUS$ 50
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