Diploma in fine arts

Diploma course in fine arts at SCAAD college takes two years. It is design to prepare a learner for a career in fine arts field. A diploma is perhaps the very minimum qualification you should have if you want to compete for the biggest and well-paying jobs.

Here are the entry requirements:

KCSE mean grade: C-

Other acceptable qualifications:

Certificate in Art and Design C-(KCSE mean grade)

OR

C- Minus(KCSE mean grade) Along with a good portfolio of artworks

What career/job/profession entails

A fine art artist engages in the following activities, among others:

• Preparing paintings, murals, and sketches for clients, art competitions, and art galleries.
• Developing illustrations for journals, magazines, online publications, and more
• Developing creative concepts for crafts, interior décor, advertising materials, mass media projects such as shows, and corporate branding.
• A course in fine art might lead you to a fulfilling career as a renowned artist, an illustrator, an arts teacher, or even an animator.
• It is also a very helpful support course for students who are intending to pursue careers in fashion design, architecture, and other areas that involve commercial / technical drawing.

Career prospects for fine art graduates

Degree holders

• Art Trainer
• Gallery Director
• Art Critic
• Museum Director
• Interior Design Consultant
• Art Director
• Graphic Designer
• Professional Photographer
• Special effects technician
• Concept artist

Diploma holders

• Desktop Publishing (DTP)Operator
• Sculptor
• Curator
• Fabricator
• Wood Artist
• Interior Decorator
• Fashion Accessory
• Art Teacher
• Weaver
• Brand Artist
• Multimedia Artist
• Animator
• Graffiti Artist