Faculty of
Dance and Drama
The Faculty of Dance and Drama at the University of the Visual and Performing Arts (UVPA), established in 2005, is dedicated to the study and advancement of dance, theatre, and related performing arts. Comprising multiple specialized departments, the faculty offers comprehensive degree programs that integrate theoretical knowledge with practical training in both traditional Sri Lankan and international performance forms. It fosters creativity, critical thinking, and professional skills while promoting research, innovation, and the preservation of cultural heritage in contemporary artistic contexts.
Faculty of
Graduate Studies
The Faculty of Graduate Studies at UVPA is dedicated to advancing research and academic excellence in humanities, pedagogic arts, and visual and performing arts. It emphasizes the holistic development of the mind, body, and perception through structured artistic and humanistic disciplines. The faculty promotes innovative research rooted in tradition while encouraging new creative practices and contemporary perspectives. By fostering critical thinking and creativity, FGS supports postgraduate scholars in exploring diverse dimensions of humanism and contributing to the evolution of artistic and academic knowledge.
Faculty of
Music
The Faculty of Music at the University of the Visual and Performing Arts (UVPA) is a leading center for music education, research, and creative practice in Sri Lanka. Comprising diverse disciplines such as North Indian, South Indian, Western music, ethnomusicology, musicology, and applied music, the faculty integrates theoretical knowledge with practical training. It emphasizes both Sri Lankan and global musical traditions, fostering artistic expression, cultural understanding, and innovation. With a strong academic foundation and rich heritage, the faculty prepares students to contribute creatively and professionally to the evolving music industry.
Faculty of
Visual Arts
The Faculty of Visual Arts at the University of the Visual and Performing Arts (UVPA), established in 2005, is a premier institution dedicated to visual arts education in Sri Lanka. Comprising multiple specialized departments, it offers a comprehensive Bachelor of Visual Arts degree covering diverse fields such as painting, sculpture, design, multimedia, and art history. The faculty integrates theoretical knowledge with studio-based practice, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and professional skills while promoting research, innovation, and engagement with contemporary social and cultural contexts.