Under Graduate - B.A. - Natya (Music, Dance & Theatre)
(Students have the option of continuing the course for two more years to secure an M.A. Natya Degree)
 Eligibility: Higher Secondary

The course on Natya is a unique opportunity for those who wish to study the art form of Music, Dance & Theatre in a very methodical way. An in depth theoretical study supported by practical sessions gives the students knowledge, wisdom and skill. Experts in the field handle the syllabus and practical training programs. The course can be pursued as either a UG course or an integrated course for five years (The last two years being M.A. in Natya). Learning about the history and traditions of this art form and rigorous training by experts gives the students an edge over others.
Syllabus
I Semester
  • Foundation Course – Language I
  • Foundation Course - English I
  • Major 1: Introduction to Natya
  • Major 2: Fundamentals of Natya I (Practical)
  • Allied 1: Glimpses of Indian Cultural
    History – I
  • Non-Major Elective
  • Soft Skills
II Semester
  • Foundation Course – Language II
  • Foundation Course - English II
  • Major 1: Communication through Art
  • Major 2: Fundamentals of Natya II (Practical)
  • Allied 1: Glimpses of Indian Cultural History – II
  • Non-Major Elective
  • Soft Skills
III Semester
  • Foundation Course – Language III
  • Foundation Course - English III
  • Major 1: Textual Sources on Natya
  • Major 2: Natya III (Practical)
  • Allied 1: Glimpses of Indian Art History
  • Non-Major Elective
  • Soft Skills
IV Semester
  • Foundation Course – Language IV
  • Foundation Course - English IV
  • Major 1: Concepts and Classification
  • Major 2: Natya and Natya IV (Practical)
  • Allied 1: Glimpses of Indian Philosophy
  • Non-Major Elective
  • Soft Skills
V Semester
  • Major 1: Textual Sources on Natya
  • Major 2: The language of Gestures
  • Major 3: Natya V (Practical)
  • Major 4: Nattuvangam I (Practical)
  • Allied 1: Ritualistic and Artistic Traditions
VI Semester
  • Major 1: Theatrical Expression
  • Major 2: Natya VI (Practical)
  • Major 3: Nattuvangam II (Practical)
  • Major 4: Choreography (Practical)
  • Allied 1: Cultural Scenario 14th to 20th century A.D
Career Prospects
Higher Studies:
  • M.A. Performing Arts
  • M.A. Mass Communication
  • M.A. Journalism
  • M.A. Travel and Tourism
  • M.A. Philosophy
  • M.A. Sociology
  • M.A. History
  • M.A. Education
  • M.A. Psychology
  • M.Phil and Ph.D in the Performing Arts (After M.A. Natya)
 
Job Opportunities:
  • As faculty in performing arts in schools and colleges
  • Travel and Culture Tourism
  • Airlines: Ground staff and Air Hostess
  • Diplomatic Services: Cultural Ambassadors
  • Jobs requiring good communication skill
  • Advertising: Copy writing, Editing, Programming
  • Public Shows
  • Event Management
  • Mass Media: Radio Television and Cinema
  • News Paper Reviewing
  • Art Historian
  • Interior Designing
  • Can head independent institutions of Music, Dance and Drama
  • Research in performing arts
  • Censor Board Member
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