Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar

Overview:

VCUarts Qatar is a branch campus of Virginia Commonwealth University's School of the Arts, located in Education City, Doha, Qatar. It offers a unique blend of the innovative spirit and high standards of its home campus with the bold originality and deep traditions of Qatar. The institution focuses on providing an art and design education that cultivates creativity, probes possibilities, encourages questioning, pushes limits, sets new standards, and ultimately, aims to make an impact.

Services Offered:

Academic Advising:

Provides guidance and support to students in their academic journey.

• Career Services:

  Offers resources and assistance to students in their career exploration and development, including:

  Student Employment:

  Helps students find on-campus job opportunities.

  Internships:

  Connects students with internship opportunities.

Student Support:

Provides various resources and services to support student success.

Student Life and Campus Experience:

New Student Orientation:

Introduces new students to the campus and its resources.

Student Housing & Transportation:

Provides information and assistance with housing and transportation options.

Clubs and Organizations:

Offers a variety of clubs and organizations for students to join and engage in extracurricular activities.

Student Leadership Development:

Provides opportunities for students to develop leadership skills.

International Student Services:

Offers support and resources to international students.

Learning & Community Engagement:

Encourages students to participate in service learning and community engagement initiatives.

Personal Development & Counseling:

Provides counseling and support services to students.

Key Reasons to Study There:

Unique Blend of Cultures:

Combines the innovative spirit of VCU with the rich cultural heritage of Qatar.

Focus on Creativity and Impact:

Emphasizes the development of creative skills and the ability to make a difference.

World-Class Faculty:

Features a diverse and experienced faculty with expertise in various art and design fields.

State-of-the-Art Facilities:

Provides students with access to modern studios, labs, and resources.

Global Opportunities:

Offers opportunities for international collaborations and study abroad experiences.

Academic Programs:

• Undergraduate Programs:

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

• Graduate Program:

  • Design (MFA)

• Other Academic Programs:

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

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