Bachelor's Programs

Painting

The Painting bachelor’s program at Kimyo International University in Tashkent is designed to prepare modern artists with advanced professional culture, artistic thinking, and practical competencies in fine arts and design. The first student intake for the 60210500 — Painting program took place in 2021, while the first graduates successfully completed their studies in 2025 in Uzbek and Russian-medium groups. The duration of study is 4 years (Bachelor’s degree). 
Specialist training is provided on a contract-based full-time education system.
The primary goal of the Painting Department is to prepare highly qualified bachelor’s graduates capable of creating original and aesthetically refined artworks, developing creative concepts, implementing artistic projects, and professionally managing them through authorial supervision.
The Painting educational program is considered one of the innovative and internationally demanded programs in the field of fine arts education. Students receive professional training in Uzbek, Russian, and foreign languages, allowing them to remain competitive in the global art and design industry.
During the educational process, students develop professional competencies in:

•  analyzing artworks, color theory, and composition;
•  creating original artistic and visual projects;
•  developing painting and visual design solutions for residential, public, and cultural environments;
•  managing artistic projects and conducting author supervision. 

The program is developed in accordance with national educational standards, international artistic trends, and contemporary professional practices. Its primary objective is to strengthen students’ creative potential, professional competencies, and artistic thinking.
Today, specialists in painting and fine arts are highly demanded not only in Uzbekistan, but also internationally. The program is designed to prepare qualified professionals for art, design, and creative industries.
Curriculum Overview
The curriculum of the 60210500 — Painting program is aimed at preparing professional artists by developing artistic thinking, creative approaches, and practical fine arts skills.
The educational process lasts 4 years (8 semesters) and includes a total of 240 ECTS credits. The curriculum combines theoretical subjects, practical classes, creative projects, and independent study.
The program covers the following key areas:

•  artistic and practical disciplines — painting, drawing, composition, and plastic anatomy;
•  art theory and history — studying world and national art development, styles, and movements;
•  creative development disciplines — contemporary art, conceptual art, and monumental painting;
•  additional subjects — computer graphics, art marketing, and art management;
•  educational and industrial internships in professional creative environments;
•  elective disciplines based on students’ creative interests. 

Throughout the program, students develop skills in independent artistic creation, artwork analysis, presentation, and professional project realization.
At the final stage, students complete a graduation qualification project and pass the final state attestation.
International Cooperation and Educational Programs
The program actively supports international academic cooperation and student mobility initiatives.
Students and faculty members have access to:

•  2+2 joint educational programs;
•  exchange programs;
•  international study and internship opportunities;
•  participation in international creative and academic projects. 

These programs provide students with international experience, exposure to advanced educational systems, and opportunities to strengthen modern professional competencies.
In addition, international educational programs broaden students’ worldviews, improve foreign language proficiency, and significantly enhance their competitiveness in the global labor market.
Partner universities include:

•  Università Europea del Design
•  Qingdao University of Technology
•  Sungshin Women's University 

Career Opportunities and Diploma
Graduates of the Painting program may pursue successful careers across various sectors of art, design, and creative industries.
Career fields include:

•  art studios and creative workshops;
•  design and interior studios;
•  theatre, cinema, and advertising industries;
•  public and private art institutions, galleries, and museums;
•  higher education institutions and research centers;
•  independent artistic practice and personal creative projects. 

Graduates may also work in digital painting, animation, multimedia projects, and modern visual technologies.
Specialty:
60210500 — Painting
Qualification:
Painter Artist
Program Achievements
The educational process in the Painting program is organized based on national and international artistic traditions combined with modern innovative approaches.
Key achievements of the program include:

•  effective integration of theoretical knowledge and practical creative activities;
•  in-depth study of academic painting, composition, graphics, and art history;
•  development of individual artistic style and авторский creative approach;
•  masterclasses and creative workshops led by experienced artist-educators;
•  participation in national and international exhibitions, competitions, and festivals;
•  implementation of contemporary art directions and innovative techniques into the curriculum;
• availability of creative studios for independent artistic work and project development;
•  broad career opportunities in art, pedagogy, and design industries. 

The program prepares modern, creative, and professionally competitive artists capable of successfully building careers in both national and international artistic environments.