Art: Art History, B.A.

The BA in Art History is a comprehensive art history curriculum, which trains students to speak confidently about major artistic movements and conduct advanced research into areas of personal interest. The core courses examine the broad themes of Western Art as well as the artistic production of diverse world regions and periods, from prehistory to the present, and prepare students for work in the upper division. At the upper division, students are exposed to lectures and research on more focused topics and develop an understanding of critical theory with respect to artistic production and criticism. Beyond the BA in Art History, these studies in history inform students’ work, and open new avenues for creativity. The BA in Art History develops students’ ability to analyze works of art perceptively, to develop an understanding of the common elements and vocabulary of art, and to understand how art reflects both historical and contemporary cultures within the context of appropriate critical discourse.

General Education (37-38 hours)

(see General Education for list of approved courses)

The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art only requires 1 course/3 hours of Quantitative Reasoning.

Foreign Language

Complete two years in one foreign language or equivalent through placement

Minor Requirement

Completion of a minor with a minimum 2.0 grade point average

Program Requirements

Major Requirements - 45 Hours

These 45 hours are composed of the following categories.

Foundations - 15 Hours

Art History Core - 6 Hours

Art History Upper Division - 18 Hours from:

Art Electives - 6 Hours from:

Additional Information and Notes

2.0 GPA in all required major and related courses.

Minimum of 39 hours of 3000 and 4000 level courses.

Electives to complete 120 hours.

See Degree and Graduation Requirements for additional requirements.

ClearPath for Advising

The ClearPath for Advising provides students with an opportunity to see program requirements defined in a semester-by-semester format. The ClearPath for Advising guides also provide students with important tips, pointers, and suggestions for staying on track with progress toward the degree. Your ClearPath is available through the Advisement website.