Govt College of Fine Arts, Thrissur: Courses, Facilities

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Government College of Fine Arts, [GCFATCR] Thrissur is located at the heart of Thrissur, Kerala. More than 100 years of existence has given a unique character to the institution in the history of arts institutions in India. The institute is one of the three fine art institutions in Kerala. It is affiliated with the University of Calicut. The institute started functioning in 1910. During the time of the second world war, the institute was renamed as 'Trade School'. From 1943 to 1975 this institute was renamed as Govt Occupational Institute. In 1975 the institute was upgraded with the status of Government  Institute of Fine Arts.

College of Fine Arts Thrissur Admissions are for the BFA bachelor's degree in 3 disciplines of visual arts namely sculpture, painting, and applied arts. The candidates can obtain the application form from the principal of the fine arts college or by submitting a demand draft in favor of the principal of the fine arts college, Thrissur. 

Key Highlights of the college are:

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• Courses
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• Eligibility Criteria
• Admissions

Government College of Fine Arts Courses

The course provided by the college is mentioned below along with the specialization:

BFA Program

The BFA is an undergraduate course that consists of fine arts subjects. The course has a duration of 3 years. Fine arts require a range of materials and techniques which through art, could represent any social cause. Instead of functional value, fine arts are practiced primarily for their aesthetic value and their beauty. At least 50 percent of 10+2 from any recognized board in India are eligible for Bachelors of Fine Art.

Government College of Fine Arts Facilities

• College of Fine Arts Thrissur Facilities includes a Library, Computer Lab, Photographic studio, Conference Hall, etc.
• The college has a well-equipped library with more than 4000 books on art.
• It also has a conference hall which can accommodate 300 people at a time.
• It has a photography studio that gives advanced professional training to the students.
• The art gallery is equipped with display quality lighting facilities and wall space.
• The college also has a fully equipped computer lab where they conduct workshops to enable students to use these facilities.

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Government College of Fine Arts Eligibility Criteria

Following are the criteria set by the college for admission purpose:

 Government College of Fine Arts Admissions

• The selection will be made based on the entrance examination, Practical examination, and an interview conducted at the college of fine arts, Thrissur.
• The candidates who have secured 40% marks together in the entrance test and practical examination will be shortlisted for the interview process.
• The final rank list will be based on the performance in all the 3 selection process (Entrance test, practical examination, and interview).