Jul 03, 2025  
2025-2026 University Catalog 
    
2025-2026 University Catalog

Art Major, BA


Distinguish key characteristics of historical and contemporary visual arts. An art degree for students desiring to pursue studio art or graphic design-related careers and/or seeking artistic enrichment. The degree can be directed toward a discipline-specific studio art practice, graphic design, or a cross-disciplinary and/or cross-media studio art practice.

Program Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Distinguish key characteristics of historical and contemporary visual arts.
  • Use of a wide range of technical skills in the production of artwork.
  • Participate in collaborative and team lead projects and activities.
  • Create assignment-led artwork.
  • Produce a packet that includes a resume, artist statement and professional documentation of their work.

Lower-division Studio Art and Design Required Courses Credits: 16


Select four lower-division studio courses from the following:

Department-approved Upper-division Studio Art and Design Courses Credits: 24


Total Credits: 71


College and Department Information


Art and Design Department  
College of Arts and Humanities  

Online Availability
The program does not have a designated online only option.

Program Codes
ARTBA, ARTBAP