Program Overview

University Programs

The university offers a variety of programs for undergraduate and graduate students.

Undergraduate Programs

• Art History (BA)
• Graphic Design (BFA)
• Interior Design (BFA)
• Painting + Printmaking (BFA)
• Kinetic Imaging (BFA)

Graduate Program

MFA in Design

• MFA in Design: Overview
• MFA in Design: Curriculum
• MFA in Design: MFA ON-THE-GO

Other Academic Programs

• Art Foundation
• First Year Introduction (FYI)
• Liberal Arts & Sciences
• Honors Program
• Minors
  • Film and Design
  • Islamic Art History

Annual Showcases

• Art & Design Now (Year-End Show 2025)
• BFA+MFA Thesis 2024
• BFA+MFA Thesis 2023

Honors Program

The VCUarts Qatar Honors Program, which operates under the auspices of the VCU Honors College, is an academic enrichment program that provides high-achieving students with more advanced and rigorous levels of study. Successfully completing the Honors Program represents the highest academic distinction bestowed upon undergraduate students by Virginia Commonwealth University. Admission to the program is selective and competitive, and Honors students must maintain a 3.5 cumulative grade point average throughout their education, complete a total of twenty-four honors course credits in a variety of academic and creative fields including a three-credit Honors Experiential Learning Project. Students who have participated in the Honors Program at VCUarts Qatar and who have met the stated requirements of that program graduate with "University Honors" wear the Honors College medallion as a part of their regalia.

Research Opportunities

The university offers various research opportunities, including:

• VCUarts Qatar Funding
• VCU Funding
• Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI)
• External Funding

Academic and Creative Spaces

The university features various academic and creative spaces, including:

• Art & Design Library
• Innovative Media Studios
• Materials Library
• Writing Center
• Digital Design + Fabrication

Strategic Partnerships

The university has strategic partnerships to enhance student experience and research opportunities.

Student Affairs

The university offers various resources for students, including:

• Experience Life at VCUarts Qatar
• Resources for Students
• Student Life and Engagement
  • New Student Orientation
  • Student Housing & Transportation
  • Clubs and Organizations
  • Student Leadership Development
  • International Student Services
  • Service Learning and Community Engagement
• Personal Development and Counseling
• New Student Arrival

Alumni

The university has an alumni program that offers various resources and opportunities for alumni to stay connected and engaged with the university community.