ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The Ceramics program is built on two core directions: design and composition and work in material, supported by intensive training in academic drawing, painting, colour theory, and decorative sculpture. Students develop strong technical and visual foundations through structured studio practice, moving from sketch and scale model to finished object in fired clay.
In the workshop, students work through the full ceramic process — preparing clay bodies, forming, drying, engobe and slip decoration, glazing, and firing — alongside throwing on the wheel, engraving, and stained glass. In design, the focus is on compositional principles, volume and light, scale, and the translation of an idea into a producible object. The program is completed with art history studies, a dedicated history of ceramics, and exposure to contemporary practices including artificial intelligence in art and photography.
DURATION
DEGREE
FACULTY
TUITION
550,000 AMD
KEY DATES
| Bachelor Main Application Opens | April 15 |
| Bachelor Main Application Deadline | May 10 |
*These dates refer to the current application cycle. Additional application periods may be announced later.
CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
A comprehensive four-year program combining foundational drawing and painting, ceramic technology, and design with contemporary applied arts practices.
KEY SUBJECTS
01
Academic Drawing, Painting & Colour Theory
02
Design & Composition
03
Work in Material — Ceramic Studio Practice
04
Ceramic Technology: Clay Bodies, Glazing & Firing
05
Throwing, Engraving & Stained Glass
06
Decorative Sculpture & Bionics
07
History of World Art, Armenian Art & Ceramics
08
Collaborative Projects & Final Diploma Work (Exhibition)
REQUIREMENTS
— High school diploma or equivalent (or vocational/secondary education completion)
— Online application submitted through the state system (dimord.am)
— Required documents uploaded (photo, ID, payment receipt)
Application Process
Applicants must register through the State Testing Center platform dimord.am between April 15 and May 10.
To apply, candidates must:
— Obtain a personal applicant number from their educational institution
— Complete the online application form on dimord.am
— Select their chosen program and entrance exam type
— Upload required documents and information
Required documents include:
— 3×4 electronic photo
— Copy of passport or birth certificate
— Electronic payment receipt for entrance exam fees
Entrance Exams
— Drawing (live model) — 3 hours per day over 4 days
— Color Painting (live model) — 4 hours per day over 4 days
— Composition — 5 hours per day over 2 days
Detailed information about exam requirements and procedures is available here.
Exam Fee
Entrance exam fee: 1,500 AMD per exam
Payments are made to:
“State Academy of Fine Arts Foundation”
Ameriabank, Account: 1570083996590100
Applicants must include:
— Full name
— Chosen program
— Payment purpose: entrance exam feeFee Waivers: Available for eligible applicants (as per official categories)
KEY DATES
| Application Opens | April 15 |
| Application Deadline | May 10 |
| Entrance Exams | June (exact dates announced by admissions office) |
| Results Announced | To be confirmed by official admissions schedule |
CONTACT: admissions@fineartdemo.86.48.այ.հայ
Preparatory Courses
The Academy offers preparatory courses for applicants who wish to strengthen their skills in drawing, painting, and composition before the entrance exams. Through guided training in live drawing, color studies, and composition, students build a strong academic foundation and become familiar with the requirements of the Painting program.
These courses are designed to help applicants improve their technical skills and prepare confidently for admission.
Interested? Learn more about preparatory courses here.
DEPARTMENT FACULTY
Maria Babyan
Acting Head of Applied Arts Department
GALLERY
Selected Student Works
A curated selection of recent works by our students across all departments.
