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Belarusian State Academy of Arts

Minsk, Belarus Founded 1945

Updated May 2026

Overview

English Name: Belarusian State Academy of Arts
Acronyms: BSAA
Founded: 1945
Institution Type: Academy
Control Type: Public
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Based in Minsk, Belarus, Belarusian State Academy of Arts is a public institution that traces its founding to 1945. It functions as a higher-education provider within Belarus's higher-education sector.

Academically, Belarusian State Academy of Arts spans multiple qualification levels, hosted within multiple faculties. The university runs a catalogue of active programmes across these constituent units.

With 1,300 students on its rolls, Belarusian State Academy of Arts operates as a community of learners and academics. Its campus environment shapes the daily institutional rhythm.

Location & Contact

Where Belarusian State Academy of Arts is located and how to contact its offices. Disability and accessibility information is usually held by a separate student services office worth contacting directly.

Address: Prospect Nezavisimosti 81
Postal Code: 220012
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Phone: +375173669634
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Academic Details

Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Belarusian State Academy of Arts are summarised below. These numbers help you size the institution against your shortlist and weigh academic depth alongside programme fit.

Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education of the Republic of Belarus (Ministerstvo obrazovaniya Respubliki Belarus)
Admission Requirements: General or special secondary school certificate (Attestat o srednjem /specialnom/obrazovanii); Entrance examination
Total Students: 1,300

Degrees

Belarusian State Academy of Arts's study routes by degree level. Professional degrees (LLB, MD, BPharm) have their own conventions distinct from purely academic awards.

Other 14 programs
  • Acting
  • Aesthetics
  • Architecture
  • Art Criticism
  • Art History
  • Cinema and Television
  • Design
  • Film
  • Fine Arts
  • Graphic Design
  • Handicrafts
  • Painting and Drawing
  • Sculpture
  • Theatre

Faculties & Divisions

Subject coverage by faculty inside Belarusian State Academy of Arts. Faculty groupings reflect both academic tradition and the institution's strategic positioning across disciplines.

General Disciplines Studies (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Art History
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Fine Arts
  • Physical Education
Design and Decorative Arts and Applied Arts (Faculty) 10 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Art History
  • Design
  • Graphic Arts
  • Graphic Design
  • Handicrafts
  • Industrial Design
  • Interior Design
  • Painting and Drawing
  • Sculpture
  • Textile Design

Common Career Paths

  • Designer
  • Creative Director
  • UX Researcher

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Film-Making (Faculty) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Art History
  • Art Management
  • Cinema and Television
  • Film
  • Sound Engineering (Acoustics)
Fine Arts (Faculty) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Fine Arts
  • Graphic Arts
  • Painting and Drawing
  • Sculpture
  • Visual Arts

Common Career Paths

  • Artist
  • Curator
  • Art Educator

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Further Training and Retraining (Faculty) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Design
  • Fine Arts
Theatre (Faculty) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Acting
  • Singing
  • Speech Studies
  • Theatre

Programs Offered

Each programme at Belarusian State Academy of Arts is grouped by the degree it leads to. New programmes can take 6–12 months to propagate through search engines, so the live catalogue here is the authoritative list.

12 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Belarus

Bachelor's Degree 4 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in Cinema, Television and Screen Arts
Performing Arts · 4 years

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Bachelor's Degree in Fine and Decorative-Applied Art and Architecture
Architecture · 4 years

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Bachelor's Degree in Technical Aesthetics and Design
Applied Design · 4 years

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Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts
Performing Arts · 4 years

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Master's Degree 4 programmes

Master's Degree in Art History
Art History · 2 years

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Master's Degree in Cinema Studies
Performing Arts · 2 years

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Master's Degree in Design
Applied Design · 2 years

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Master's Degree in Theatre Studies
Performing Arts · 2 years

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Doctorate 4 programmes

Doctorate in Cinema, Television and Screen Arts
Performing Arts · 3 years

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Doctorate in Fine and Decorative-Applied Art and Architecture
Architecture · 3 years

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Doctorate in Technical Aesthetics and Design
Applied Design · 3 years

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Doctorate in Theatre Arts
Performing Arts · 3 years

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How to apply to Belarusian State Academy of Arts

How to apply to Belarusian State Academy of Arts — a five-step structure with notes on documents, channels, and timing for each phase.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Use the programme finder to browse Belarusian State Academy of Arts's 12 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Programme-level requirements at Belarusian State Academy of Arts typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Belarusian State Academy of Arts processes applications through www.bdam.by. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +375173669634. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Belarusian State Academy of Arts

A short Q&A covering Belarusian State Academy of Arts's essentials — founding, location, scale, ranking, and academic structure.

When did Belarusian State Academy of Arts open?

Belarusian State Academy of Arts traces its founding to 1945 (approximately 81 years ago).

In which city is Belarusian State Academy of Arts?

Belarusian State Academy of Arts is based in Minsk, Belarus.

What is Belarusian State Academy of Arts's control type?

It is a public higher-education institution.

How many students study at Belarusian State Academy of Arts?

Belarusian State Academy of Arts has approximately 1,300 students.

Who recognises Belarusian State Academy of Arts?

Yes, Belarusian State Academy of Arts is recognised by Ministry of Education of the Republic of Belarus (Ministerstvo obrazovaniya Respubliki Belarus).

How do I find Belarusian State Academy of Arts online?

The institution's website is www.bdam.by.

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