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Obtaining a qualification is however usually recommended as this would support artistic individuals’ development and improve their skills in a formal setting, whilst also encouraging learning about other aspects of art, such as art history. Training programmes related to visual art include:
• Diploma in Art and Design (MCAST) (MQF Level 3)
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in History of Art (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in History of Art with Fine Arts (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Art with Fine Arts (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) in Digital Arts (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
Post-graduate courses are also available in this area and these can be followed on a full-time or part-time basis.
The Malta School of Art also offer a number of related courses.
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE
Knowledge and skills
Visual Artists are expected to have:
• Knowledge of different forms of art technique and materials
• The ability to come up with innovative and unusual ideas
• The ability to visualise something which does not yet exist
• Marketing and sales skills
• The ability to use social media as a channel
to promote work
Transferable skills should include:
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Digital skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Time management skills and the ability to
work under pressure and adhere to tight
deadlines
• Problem solving and decision making skills • The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• Business and financial skills (in case of
self-employment)
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A passion and commitment towards the arts
• A sense of initiative
• Accuracy
• An interest in different forms of art
• Attention to detail
• Creativity
• Curiosity
• Flexibility
• Patience
• Self-confidence in one’s skill and capabilities
• Self-disciplined
• The ability to adapt to change
• The ability to concentrate for long periods of
time
Related career opportunities
• Animator
• Art Restorer
• Art Shop Owner
• Art Teacher
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