Arts

The creative industry is competitive, but that is symptomatic of the passion and dedication of the professionals therein. Success in this industry depends on how an individual develops his or her own indigenous style. To succeed it takes hard work and determination, and the ability to sell yourself and deliver. Excellent skills in communication, writing, and understanding people are always an advantage for those who want to make a career in the field of arts.

Course Details:

• There can be some specific conditions regarding eligibility and admission, for specific subjects such as communication and administration. Otherwise, there is a general criterion for the undergraduate programmes, which is a pass in the 10+2 examination.
• In India, almost all subjects of humanities are offered at graduate and postgraduate levels in colleges and universities. One can opt for research programmes as well.
• A graduate candidate is eligible for postgraduate courses. Conditions for pursuing PhD programmes are specific to the subject of study.
• In the field of arts, students are largely given theoretical knowledge. However, there are many subjects that demand practical exposure, for example, the performing arts.

Career Prospects:

• Employment of artists and related workers is expected to grow about 12% through 2018.
• With a degree in Humanities, one can build a career in the following fields: teaching, writing, research, public relations, internal communications, policy research and analysis, program planning, administration, information management.
• One can also build a career in the fields of agriculture, journalism, anthropology, archaeology, NGO, geography, industrial relation, liberal arts, library science, philosophy, psychology, research assistance, social work, and many more.
• On course completion, one can also find work in museums, galleries, schools, advertising agencies, publishers, and movie studios.

Remuneration:

• About 60% of artists are self-employed.
• Remuneration of humanities graduates purely depends on the nature of the work and the field.
• An art graduate can earn anywhere between Rs.10,000 – Rs.12,000 at the beginning stage, thereafter talent determines salary growth.