" Roslyn " Academy of Arts and Humanities
The Faculty of Humanities was founded in 1993. Then, merging with the Faculty of Design and Fashion Modeling, it was renamed and got its current name.
The Academy has the following specialties:
- General pedagogy specialization - Pedagogy and methodology of elementary education/
- General pedagogy specialization - Armenian language and literature
- Professional pedagogy specialization - English language and literature
- Psychology
- Journalism
- Design
- Cloth Modeling
In all current professions, training is carried out with both bachelor’s (4 years) and master’s (2 years) study programs. According to the existing study plan, the students in the bachelor’s degree undergo pedagogical and open-air practice in the best schools and sewing workshops of the republic, and the masters undergo scientific research practice. Currently, there are 3 chairs in the Academy.
Chairs
The Chair of Pedagogy operates in alignment with the strategic plan, mission, and vision of
Yerevan Haybusak University. It collaborates with various subdivisions and institutions within
the education sector.
The primary objective of the Chair is to advance pedagogical science, conduct studies and
research in the field of innovative pedagogy, organize an effective educational process, and
prepare competent, competitive specialists who meet the demands of modern society and
education.
The Chair boasts a dynamic, knowledgeable, and experienced teaching staff—associate
professors with PhDs in pedagogical sciences—who are dedicated to maintaining high
educational standards.
The university offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, with classes conducted using
modern interactive teaching methods. Thanks to close collaboration between students and
faculty, research is actively conducted as part of graduation projects and master’s theses.
Courses offered by the Chair aim to cultivate citizens who align with the values of a modern
democratic state, society, and national culture.
Bachelor’s Program Courses:
Theoretical Pedagogy
History of Education and Pedagogical Thought
Elementary School Pedagogy
Social Pedagogy
Practical Pedagogy
Modern Pedagogical Technologies
Pedagogical Communication
Theory of Educational Information Technologies
Inclusive Education: Theory and Practice
And more…
Master’s Program Courses:
The Theory of Science and Methodology for Conducting Research
Pedagogical Anthropology
Pedagogical Axiology
Pedagogical Valeology
Challenges of Modern Higher Education
And more…
The Chair of the Armenian Language and Literature has been pursuing a knowledge-based, student-
centered, and high-quality educational policy since its establishment. It is distinguished by the
diversity of subjects taught: the chair's lecturers not only teach "Armenian Language and
Literature" in various faculties but also other related subjects, such as "Armenian Language and
Terminology," "Speech Culture," "Armenian Language and Teaching Methodology," "Theory
of Literary Studies," "Children's Literature and Teaching Methodology," and more.
The lecturers of the chair demonstrate the attitude and responsible behavior typical of dedicated
educators. Our lecturers are:
Naira Balayan (PhD, Associate Professor, Head of Department)
Angela Khorenyan (PhD, Associate Professor)
Lousine Muradyan (PhD, Associate Professor)
Tsoghik Poghosyan
Angela Saroyan
The chair’s staff has been actively engaged in scientific and pedagogical activities for years. The
lecturers lead coursework, research Armenian language and literature teaching methodology, and
have authored numerous articles, several monographs, and educational manuals. Particularly
noteworthy is L. Muradyan’s textbook on teaching foreign students at the medical institute.
The role of the Chair of Armenian Language and Literature in intra-university training of teacher-
specialists in national education, literary and artistic thinking—especially for elementary grades—is
quite significant. Armenian language instruction is also provided at an appropriate level for foreign
students in the medical faculty, where notable success has been achieved. Additionally, the chair
encourages academically successful students to participate in scientific conferences organized by the
university.
The chair plays an active role in organizing educational and cognitive events at the university. It
collaborates with museums, the Writers' Union of Armenia, creative organizations, and Armenian
studies centers, such as the Institute of Literature of the Armenian National Academy of Sciences
and Avetik Isahakyan’s House-Museum.
The chair has several strategic goals, the primary ones being the development of educational
programs in accordance with the updated requirements of the Quality Assurance Center of
Yerevan Haybusak University, the modernization of distance learning initiatives, and the revision
of mandatory and elective course curricula to align with labor market demands.
Since its establishment, the Psychology Department of Yerevan Haybusak
University has produced hundreds of highly qualified specialists. However, its
activities gained new momentum after June 2024, when Associate Professor Vitya
Beniki Yaramishyan, Candidate of Psychological Sciences, was appointed as the
head of the department.
The department currently boasts a young and highly qualified academic
staff:
• Vitya Yaramishyan – Candidate of Psychological Sciences, Associate
Professor
• Armine Azaryan – Candidate of Psychological Sciences, Associate
Professor
• Haykuhi Harutyunyan – Lecturer, PhD Candidate in Psychology
• Kristine Petrosyan – Lecturer, PhD Candidate in Psychology
• Hasmik Palanduzyan – Lecturer
• Naira Melikyan – Lecturer
• Anahit Haykazuni – Lecturer
• Edgar Gyanjumyan – Lecturer
The department offers two-tier academic programs, preparing specialists
with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology. In the summer of 2024, the
bachelor’s program was modernized as a result of benchmarking with Lithuania’s
Mykolas Romeris University, aligning it with contemporary standards. Work is
also underway to update the master’s program and establish international
collaborations.
The department’s primary mid-term objective is to effectively fulfill the
responsibilities outlined in Yerevan Haybusak University’s Strategic Development
Plan, Mission, and Vision. This includes training highly qualified specialists
equipped with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to succeed in the
modern labor market, while adhering to the highest human, moral, and professional
values.
Although the number of students remains modest, with the department
graduating only about ten specialists annually, both the faculty and students are
committed to ensuring high-quality education and steadily increasing enrollment.
A larger student body would enable the department to offer more specialized
master’s programs tailored to the demands of the current job market.
Additionally, the department places importance on providing psychological
support to the students, pupils, and staff of Yerevan Haybusak University, its
college, and high school. It also assumes public responsibility by offering
psychological services to the local community. Furthermore, the department
actively conducts joint scientific research involving both faculty and students,
ensuring the practical application of research outcomes.
“Roslin” Academy of Arts and Humanities
Chair of Design
A brief description of the taught subjects
“Drawing” The goal of Drawing is to teach the theoretical and practical basics of working with
various graphic materials and to reveal the student's individual orientations and abilities.
The course develops such important basic concepts as shape, volume, line, point, light and
shadow, reflex, space, perspective. It develops drawing vision and ability.
“Painting” The purpose of Painting is to teach the theoretical and practical basics of painting
and the mastery of construction and color solutions. The course develops the students' sense of
coloring, visual memory, imagination, activation of creativity. The student learns to master the
laws of painting, to solve the problems of structure, colouring, colour harmony, volume and
perspective in the task.
“The basics of composition” The aim of the subject is to teach the students the methodology of
artistic design and modeling, figurative thinking as well as the principles of shaping and sizing.
It studies the structural and compositional elements which help the students to understand and
create attractive, logical images and characters. The purpose of the course is to teach formatting,
balance, building horizontal and dynamic relationships, harmony and contrasts, which are the
cornerstones of every work of art.
“Colour vision” is a science about colour which studies the usage of colour in different spheres
of human practical activity. It’s a unique artistic expression and enables the designer to realize
his ideas. The students get acquainted with coloring and color types / chromatic and
achromatic/.
“Graphic design” During the course the students explore the elements of graphic design using
print and digital media. The main focus is on the images, colours, fonts, composition and overall
design aiming at creating practical and aesthetically appealing works. The students learn to
master the tools and techniques used in graphic design- the software Adobe Photoshop,
Illustrator, InDesign, they learn as well to create logos, brand elements, advertising posters,
websites and other types of graphic materials.
“Architectonics” The subject studies the principles of space formation, which are the basis for
projects and volumes construction. The course focuses on the correct use of forms, symmetry, as
well as on the correct application of materials and structural systems aiming at creating
attractive, sustainable and practical architectural solutions. The students explore the relationships
between form and function, finding out how to design architectural volumes which are not only
aesthetic but also practical and functional. During the course attention is paid to the effect of
colors, space, light and shadow on the project, creating a harmonious environment.
“Clothing composition” The subject studies the basic principles of clothing design,
emphasizing the harmony of combination, materials, colors, structures and forms. The course
teaches to create such cloths that combine aesthetic beauty and comfort, taking into account the
physical dimensions, body features and visual impact. The students study the elements of
composition- balance, contrast, harmony.
“Interior, Exterior” The subject studies the principles of interior and exterior design of
buildings and other spaces. The course emphasizes both functional and aesthetic components
which are necessary to provide both practical and visual value at the same time creating a
harmonious and aesthetic environment. During the course of Interior design the students study
the importance of proper organization of space, lighting, colors, materials, niche design aiming at
creating an environment which will correspond to the space functions and human requirements.
The Exterior Design focuses on the exterior of buildings emphasizing the architectural forms,
facades, entrances, windows, colors and choice of materials that should be appropriate to the
environment and cultural context.
“Design of clothes” The subject studies the process of creating clothes emphasizing the
important elements in terms of design, function, and aesthetics. The course focuses on fashion
modeling, styling, fabric selection, shaping and component combinations aiming at creating
practical, aesthetic and innovative clothing projects. The students are introduced to the modeling
process from the formation of the idea to the production of the finished garment. It includes
painting, drawing, modeling, and silhouette processing techniques. The subject also covers the
application of the latest methods and technologies such as computer programs (CAD systems)
which help to create accurate and professional designs.
“History of folk attire” The subject studies the evolution of the Armenian national attire in the
historical, cultural and social context. On the frames of the subject the students get acquainted
with different periods, the Armenian jewelry, their origin, as well as the characteristic features of
women's and men's folk costumes.
"Colourful graphics" The subject focuses on the basics of creating and applying work in the
colour range. During the course, students learn the basic principles of colour theory, colour
combinations and graphic design. The course covers the communication in the language of
colour, techniques for creating image compositions, as well as the use of digital graphics
programs for the implementation colour combinations. Students get acquainted with the
psychological effect of colour, learn to use it correctly in graphic works.
"Computer Design" The subject refers to the implementation of design and other creative
works using computer programs. The course focuses on studying different design programs used
for graphics, 3D modeling, design and animation. Students learn the basics of graphic design,
combining creative ideas and technical skills. During the course the students learn to work with
such programs as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Autodesk AutoCAD, Blender and
other multimedia programs. The course includes techniques for both 2D and 3D design, creation
of visual effects and point graphics.
"Clothing Technology" The subject studies all the stages of clothing production, from the
designing to production of the finished product. During the course, students get acquainted with
the technical processes of clothing production, the methods of organizing maximum efficient and
accurate production, as well as its quality and cost-effectiveness capabilities.
"Ergonomics" is a science which studies the working behavior of a person or a group of people
in production, aiming at optimizing the tools used and the entire work process. The object of
study of ergonomics is the whole system /man-machine-environment/ where the relationship
between a man and the material world is studied in the process of work. Ergonomics as a
complex science was formed at the junction of such technical sciences as psychology,
physiology, hygiene, anatomy, biomechanics, anthropometry and biophysics.
"Perspective" The course examines the methods of conceptualizing and accurately describing
flat and three-dimensional geometric shapes. Perspective studies the form in a space, the laws of
shadow reflection and surface shaping and the issues related to the field of designer creativity.
"Drawing" The subject is taught as a means of technical and artistic development. It covers the
basics of technical drawing applied to design, architecture and other spheres. The students learn
drawing skills, develop graphic, spatial and abstract thinking. They learn to read and create
drawings, axonometry and projection constructions.
’Design project’ During the course the students master the principles of interior design and the
practical skills which are necessary for the development of real projects. It teaches the basic
principles, tools and techniques of design with the aim of providing the students with practical
methods to implement design projects. The subject aims at creating in students a deeper
understanding and skills in various aspects of design, from visual to practical. The main
principles of design are composition, color, functionality, comfort. The students learn to
implement projects in accordance with business and marketing requirements, do practical work-
team projects, educational tasks. Video lessons, group discussions and lectures are applied during
the classes.
"Bionics" is a brunch of Cybernetics which creates technical devices and systems based on the
study of the functions of organisms and systems in living nature in order to solve various
engineering problems. This process involves teamwork where the students can create and present
design projects using the biological models. The studies of the structural features of living
organisms give rise to new ideas for the creation of technical constructions.
"Working with material" Practically working with different materials gives an opportunity to
show the designer's idea in a model most expressively. Properly selected material gives an
opportunity to fully demonstrate the nature and structure of the object, to show the plasticity and
symmetry of the object, to express all this more accurately in color.
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