Bachelor of Fine Arts

A Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) is a common undergraduate degree for students interested in pursuing a career in the visual, fine, or performing arts.  In some cases, it is also referred to as a Bachelor of Visual Arts (BVA).

The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree differs from the Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in that the majority of the program is made up of practical studio classes rather than lecture and discussion classes.

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Although a Bachelor of Fine Arts is typically considered a four-year degree, due to the amount of studio coursework required, a BFA program may take shorter or longer to complete. Following completion of this degree, the learner may pursue a postgraduate degree, Master of Fine Arts.

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