Art Studio Major (BA Traditional)
This program is designed to prepare students for various careers in the arts and fields that rely on visual images. Students will gain an understanding of design theories and concepts related to the production and public presentation of art. Upon completion of the program, students will have knowledge of the role of art and design in culture, an ability to produce work, and both critical thinking and creative problem solving skills to prepare them for a variety of careers in related fields.
General Education Requirements
All degree seeking undergraduate students must complete the general education requirements.
Degree Requirements
Bachelor of Arts degree consists of a major of typically 32 to 44 credits or two minors, general education courses, and elective courses totaling a minimum of 120 credits.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| ART 102 | 2D Design | 3 |
| ART 103 | 3D Design | 3 |
| ART 105 | Color Theory | 3 |
| ART 111 | Drawing I | 3 |
| ART 251 | Sculpture I | 3 |
| ART 271 | Survey of Western Art I | 3 |
| ART 272 | Survey of Western Art II | 3 |
| ART 311 | Figure Drawing | 3 |
| ART 472 | 19th and 20th Century Art and Design | 4 |
| ART 491 | Theories in Contemporary Art | 3 |
| ART 499 | Art Senior Seminar | 1-2 |
| ART 221 | Painting I | 3-4 |
| or ART 411 | Advanced Drawing | |
| ART 241 | Photography I | 2-3 |
| or ART 342 | Digital Photography | |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Relief Printmaking (3) | ||
| Screen Printmaking (3) | ||
| Intaglio Printmaking (3) | ||
| Mixed Media Printmaking (3) | ||
| Select one of the following: | 2-4 | |
| Mexican Art and Culture (2-4) | ||
| Art of Mexico (4) | ||
| Art of Asia (4) | ||
| World Art (4) | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select additional courses of the following to total 56 credits: | 9-14 | |
Any 200-level or above ART course not used to meet the above requirements | ||
| Total Credits | 56 | |