The B.A. in studio art is a well-rounded degree program with a strong basis in liberal arts. It is intended for students who plan to pursue a generalized career in art or to prepare for graduate study. The degree requires 49 credit hours in the major, including foundation, skills core, studio specialization and four art history courses. Specializations include ceramics, fiber arts, painting, print media and sculpture. The B.A. program does not require a portfolio review for admission. For more information about this program, contact the Art and Art History Department .
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Execute visual and written/verbal skills applicable to the presentation of their work.
- Understand the ways in which art, media, and culture affect each other and society-at-large.
- Analyze critically works of art from traditional to nontraditional mediums, diverse genres, and a wide range of historical periods and geographical locations, demonstrating comprehension of global perspectives in visual culture.
- Evaluate works of art/design using a personalized visual vocabulary that expresses knowledge, awareness and dialog with historical and contemporary influences within arts, humanities, sciences and technology.
Career Potential
- Artists
- Designers
- Educators in: ceramics, fiber arts, graphic design, new media design, painting, print media and sculpture.
Art-related fields such as corporate art buyer, art publications employee, art writer, art handler, gallery preparatory staffer, facilitator for nonprofits, arts festivals and community arts organizations.
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