School of Undergraduate Studies

Art Minor

• Program Objectives
• Course Requirements
  

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Art

Students may seek an academic minor in art.

Minor in Art

Put your love of art to work. With the balance of theory and practice you’ll receive in this fascinating minor, you’ll be well equipped for a successful career in any art-related field.

Objectives

The student who graduates with a minor in art will be able to:

• Understand models of artistic expression and be able to demonstrate that understanding through various media, including drawing, painting, and graphics and design.
• Articulate the language of art as a continuation of the development of aesthetic sensibilities, individual goals, and personal styles.
• Select and unify concepts, ideas, and images in creative visual composition.
• Acquire the techniques of a variety of visual media and materials, including new technologies.

Art Minor - Course Requirements

A minor in art requires the completion of 15 credits of art coursework. All ARTT courses apply. Students are recommended to take ARTT 110 (or ARTT 220) and 210 (or ARTT 320) as the first courses in the minor (if they have not already applied the course toward other degree requirements). Courses may not duplicate those used to satisfy requirements for the major. At least 9 credits must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Prerequisites apply for all courses.