Art, B.A.

B.A. Degree

Students desiring a concentration in art history and museum studies have the option of getting a B.A. degree in art with the art history concentration. This program is especially ideal for students who are interested in art, art history, and other disciplines such as history, anthropology, and literature. The concentration will prepare such students for graduate work in art history and/or museum studies and it also provides a relevant base for students who are interested in pursuing a master’s degree in art therapy. In general, the concentration combines a strong emphasis on art history with the opportunity to take electives and in some cases, pursue a minor, in fields such as business, health sciences, and the various humanities.

Core Curriculum Requirements (43-45 credits)

For more information see Core Curriculum .

Art Core Requirements (12 credits)

• ART 101 - 2-Dimensional Art Foundations
• ART 102 - 3-Dimensional Art Foundations
• ART 215 - Art History Survey: Prehistory to Gothic (AH) *
• ART 216 - Art History Survey: Renaissance to Contemporary (AH) *

• * This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Visual and Performing Arts.

Art History and Museum Studies Requirements (24 credits)

• ART 302 - Exhibition Fundamentals (MS)
• ARTH 420 - Twentieth Century Art
• ARTH 401 - Cabinets of Curiosity: The History, Criticism and Aesthetics of Museums (MS)
• ARTH 400 - Theory, Methods and Writing in Art History

B.A. Degree Requirements (6-12 credits)

The Bachelor of Arts degree requires completion of the B.A. language requirements described here .

Electives (21-29 credits)

Students should consult their advisors in selecting elective courses to complete the 120 hours required for graduation. It is recommended that students choose elective courses appropriate to their individual career goals from the departments of Accounting, Anthropological Sciences, Art, Finance, Management, Media Studies, Philosophy, Communication, and/or Theatre. Some suggested courses are listed below:

• ART 110 - Basic Computer Skills for the Fine Artist
• ART 250 - Photography (2-D)
• ART 280 - Introduction to Graphic Design (2-D)

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• Other Art History courses not already taken:

• COMS 225 - Introduction to Public Relations
• PHIL 380 - Aesthetics
• THEA 232 - Theatrical Lighting and Sound

Total Credits Needed for Degree (120)