Degree Title: Bachelor of Fine Arts (Textile Design)
Duration: 04-06 years (08-12 semesters)
Total Credit Hours: 131
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEC-511 | Functional English | 3(3,0) | GEC 1 |
| GEC-512 | Science of Global Challenges | 3(3,0) | GEC 2 |
| GEC-513 | Islamic Studies | 2(2,0) | GEC 3 |
| GEC-515 | Pakistan Studies | 2(2,0) | GEC 4 |
| GEC-516 | Science of Society | 2(2,0) | GEC 5 |
| AAD-517 | Basic Design | 3(0,3) | MC 1 |
| AAD-518 | Drawing-I | NC | MC 2 |
| Total Semester Credits | 15 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEC-521 | Expository Writing | 3(3,0) | GEC 6 |
| GEC-522 | Quantitative Reasoning-I | 3(3,0) | GEC 7 |
| GEC-523 | Application of Information and Communication Technology | 3(2,1) | GEC 8 |
| GEC-524 | Fehm-ul-Quran | NC | GEC 9 |
| AAD-525 | Drawing-II | 3(0,3) | MC 3 |
| AAD-526 | Basic Painting | 3(0,3) | MC 4 |
| Total Semester Credits | 15 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEC-531 | Quantitative Reasoning-II | 3(3,0) | GEC 10 |
| AAD-532-T | History of Textile Design | 3(3,0) | MC 5 |
| AAD-533-T | Techniques of Textile Design | 3(0,3) | MC 6 |
| AAD-534-T | Textile Design Studio-I | 3(0,3) | MC 7 |
| AAD-535 | Drawing-III | 3(0,3) | MC 8 |
| AAD-536 | Art History-I | 2(2,0) | MC 9 |
| Total Semester Credits | 17 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEC-541 | Entrepreneurship | 2(2,0) | GEC 11 |
| GEC-542 | Civic and Community Engagement | 2(2,0) | GEC 12 |
| GEC-543 | Arabic | 2(2,0) | GEC 13 |
| AAD-544-T | Textile Design Studio-II | 3(0,3) | MC 10 |
| AAD-545 | Drawing-IV | 3(0,3) | MC 11 |
| AAD-546 | Art History-II | 2(2,0) | MC 12 |
| AAD-547-T | Textile for Interior | 3(0,3) | MC 13 |
| Total Semester Credits | 17 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAD-651-T | Basic Structure Design | 3(0,3) | MC 14 |
| AAD-652-T | 2D Print Design | 3(0,3) | MC 15 |
| AAD-653-T | Textile CAD-I | 3(0,3) | MC 16 |
| AAD-654 | Drawing-V | 3(0,3) | MC 17 |
| AAD-655 | Art History-III | 2(2,0) | MC 18 |
| EDU-517 | Foundations of Education | 3(3,0) | IDC 1 |
| Total Semester Credits | 17 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAD-661-T | Advance Structure Design | 3(0,3) | MC 19 |
| AAD-662-T | Textile Art | 3(0,3) | MC 20 |
| AAD-663-T | Textile CAD-II | 3(0,3) | MC 21 |
| AAD-664 | Drawing-VI | 3(0,3) | MC 22 |
| AAD-665 | Art History-IV | 2(2,0) | MC 23 |
| URD-534 | اردو قواعد و املا | 3(3,0) | IDC 2 |
| Total Semester Credits | 17 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAD-671 | Photography | 3(0,3) | MC 24 |
| AAD-672-T | Textile Product Development-I | 3(0,3) | MC 25 |
| AAD-673-T | Fashion Design | 3(0,3) | MC 26 |
| AAD-674 | Drawing-VII | 3(0,3) | MC 27 |
| AAD-675 | Introduction to Research Methodology | 3(3,0) | MC 28 |
| SOC-534 | Pakistani Society and Culture | 3(3,0) | IDC 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 18 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAD-681 | Art and Craft of Kashmir | 3(0,3) | MC 29 |
| AAD-682-T | Textile Product Development-II | 3(0,3) | MC 30 |
| AAD-683-T | Internship | 3(0,3) | FW |
| AAD-684-T | Capstone Project | 3(0,3) | CP |
| KAS-656 | Art and Cultural Heritage of Kashmir | 3(3,0) | IDC 4 |
| Total Semester Credits | 15 | ||
| PROGRAM TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | 131 | ||
Description: Equips students with essential language skills: grammar, word choice, professional writing, public speaking, cross-cultural communication.
Learning Outcomes: Apply enhanced English skills; comprehend varied texts; express ideas effectively; adapt to intercultural contexts.
Syllabus: Vocabulary building, grammar (subject-verb agreement, tenses), sentence structure, reading strategies, professional writing (emails, reports), public speaking.
Readings: Azar (2009), Murphy (2019), Swan (2016), Hutchinson & Waters (1987).
Description: Climate change, energy crisis, natural disasters, sustainable resource management – scientific principles and real-world solutions.
Outcomes: Explain climate science, differentiate renewable/non‑renewable systems, understand disaster management, make informed resource decisions.
Topics: Greenhouse effect, ocean currents, renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro), disaster risk reduction, water resources of Pakistan.
Description: Foundational beliefs, practices, history, Islamic law, contemporary issues, and contributions of Muslim civilization.
Outcomes: Demonstrate knowledge of Islamic beliefs, sources of law, and modern challenges (gender roles, interfaith dialogue).
Description: Ideology of Pakistan, Two‑Nation theory, Constitution of Pakistan 1973, fundamental rights, and responsibilities of citizens.
Outcomes: Understand the ideology, constitutional developments, and civic responsibilities.
Description: Sociology, economics, politics and anthropology of modern society with focus on Pakistani society, state, economy, selfhood, and knowledge production.
Topics: Social stratification, globalization, post‑colonial state, informal economy, structure vs agency, decolonizing knowledge.
Description: Elements & principles of design (line, shape, color, texture, balance, rhythm) and 2D composition. Hands‑on studio projects.
Practical activities: Line studies, shape/form exercises, color wheel, pattern design, collage, final composition.
Introduction to drawing tools, line drawing, basic shapes, still life, proportion, perspective, light & shadow. Foundational course for credit exemption.
Description: Advanced writing skills, essay organization, thesis statements, types of expository writing (description, cause/effect, compare/contrast), ethical citation (APA/MLA).
Number systems, arithmetic operations, ratios, percentages, data presentation, basic geometry, sets, functions, linear equations, probability.
Logic, deductive/inductive reasoning, truth tables, mathematical modeling (linear/exponential), regression, hypothesis testing (z‑test, t‑test).
Hardware/software basics, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, cloud storage, LMS (Moodle), online education platforms, telemedicine, e‑commerce, netiquette and copyright.
Still life, complex objects, light & shadow, texture rendering (glass, metal, fabric), composition and perspective.
Advanced observation, one/two‑point perspective, interior/exterior spaces, drapery studies, nature rendering.
Human anatomy, gesture, proportion, hands and feet, facial expressions, clothed figure, movement studies.
Dynamic gesture, draped figure, expressive composition, large‑scale figure drawing, mixed media experimentation.
Conceptual drawing, personal visual language, portfolio development, narrative & symbolic drawing.
Final drawing series, self‑directed projects, thematic exploration, exhibition preparation, culminating portfolio.
Evolution from ancient civilizations (Roman, Greek, Egyptian, Persian) to South Asia, silk route, Islamic textiles, Pakistani folk patterns (Ajrak, Phulkari).
Freehand painting, silk painting, stenciling, tie & dye, block printing, monotone techniques. Practical portfolio samples.
Motif development, repeat patterns (straight, half‑drop, mirror), texture rendering, storyboards, thematic designs for apparel / interior.
Advanced design principles, colour psychology, layered compositions, curtain/bed sheet designs, placement prints, professional portfolio.
Role of textiles in interior spaces, colour harmony, fabric types for upholstery/curtains, weaving techniques, sustainable materials, trend analysis.
Handloom weaving, plain/twill/satin weaves, card weaving, graph drafting, color blending, woven products for interiors and apparel.
Industry‑standard repeats (straight, half‑drop, ogee, mirror), motif creation, mood/story boards, color separation, photography for textile design, natural dyeing basics.
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW basics: layers, masks, blending modes, seamless repeats, colour correction, digital print mock‑ups.
Multi‑pedal (2‑6 treadles) handloom, yarn analysis, fabric catalogue, pattern looms, tapestry & rug techniques, industrial visits.
Textile as artistic expression: fibre exploration, fabric manipulation, textile sculpture, wearable art, mixed media installations.
Advanced vector conversion, channels, custom brushes, digital textile collection, thematic apparel / interior design for brands, print‑ready files.
Market research, trend forecasting, material selection, prototype development, product evaluation, portfolio documentation.
Couture draping, garment construction, fabric manipulation, embroidery, fashion history, brand analysis, thematic collection development.
Advanced product development cycle, sustainable practices, quality testing, branding strategies, final product line presentation.
Camera operations, exposure triangle, composition, lighting, digital post‑processing (Lightroom/Photoshop), photo essay, portfolio.
Qualitative/quantitative research in fine arts, research proposal, literature review, studio documentation, ethics, APA/MLA citation.
Papier‑mâché, Sozni embroidery, wood carving, Pashmina weaving, namda, field visits to artisans, contemporary reinterpretation.
Six‑week industry placement in textile mills, design studios, fashion houses. Comprehensive report including daily log, supervisor feedback, and reflection.
Independent textile design project: research/mood/story boards, motif & repeat development, surface design/weaving, final product collection for apparel/interior, portfolio & exhibition.
Idea generation, business planning, financial literacy, startup registration in Pakistan, marketing, team building.
Civics, government structure, community development, digital citizenship, diversity, social justice, advocacy.
Basic Arabic grammar, Quranic vocabulary, pronunciation, understanding selected verses and Hadith.
Philosophical, psychological, historical foundations; education in Pakistan; trends (Islamization, gender, poverty).
Social stratification, institutions, provincial cultures (Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, KPK, Kashmir), rural/urban issues, minorities.
Kashmiri architecture, monuments, folk tales, Sufi heritage, conservation and preservation of cultural assets.
اردو زبان کے قواعد: اسم، فعل، مرکبات، رموز اوقاف، انشائیہ (خط، مضمون، تلخیص)۔
Prehistoric art, Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Indus Valley, Gandhara & Ajanta art.
Islamic art: Umayyad, Abbasid, Fatimid, Ottoman, Safavid, Mughal & Indo‑Islamic architecture, calligraphy, ornamentation.
Renaissance to Modernism: Baroque, Rococo, Romanticism, Impressionism, Cubism, Dada, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art.
South Asian art: Mughal, Rajput, Sikh, Company painting, modern Pakistani art (Zubeida Agha, Shakir Ali, Sadequain, contemporary artists).
Color theory, brush techniques, value scales, still life, nature studies, texture representation, creative expression using water‑based media.