Overview

Key facts

Explore all aspects of contemporary fine art with the BA Fine Arts degree offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

Painting, sculpture, photography, print-making, video, installation, and digital media form the core of the studio programme, which is supplemented by a course in Professional Practice and Curating, along with a number of interdisciplinary options from other courses in the Wits School of Arts.

Career Opportunities

Animator

Art Historian

Artist

Curator

Critic

Designer

Photographer

Teacher
Bookmaker/Publisher
(Co) Founder of cultural institution

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Fine Arts

Film, Visual and Performing Arts

Drawing and Contemporary Practice

History of Art

Critical Theories and Visual Cultures

Professional Practice in Fine Arts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

432 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Fine Arts View 8 other Bachelors in Fine Arts in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

APS 34+
English Home Language OR First Additional Language Level 5
Applicants with an entry requirement of at least 30-33 APS points are wait-listed, subject place availability.
Additional Selection Criteria
Applicants must contact the School to schedule an interview. Remember to take a portfolio of work to the interview.Due to limited space, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee a place. Final selection is made subject to place availability, academic results, and other entry requirements, where applicable.
Medical Aid
English language proficiency
Study Visa
International Clearance to Register
Fee Structure
Passport
Matriculation exemption

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

65100 ZAR / year

≈ 65100 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

65100 ZAR / year

≈ 65100 ZAR / year

Additional Details

International students pay double tuition.

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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