Art History Bachelor of Arts (BA) Program

The Art History BA provides a full range of courses in Western and non-Western art, criticism, and visual culture from pre-history to the present and from many perspectives. Lecture/discussion classes, seminars, independent studies, fieldwork, and studio courses produce college-level visual literacy, global perspectives, art historical skills, and understanding of curatorial and art-making practices. Students focus on one of four areas of interest: Early Modern European Art, Asian Art, Art of the Americas, or Modern and Contemporary Art.

Program Objectives

• Develop a thorough understanding of art history from antiquity to contemporary times.
• Foster critical thinking and analytical skills through the study of art and its contexts.
• Enhance visual literacy and the ability to interpret and evaluate visual media.
• Encourage independent research and effective communication of art historical knowledge.

Curriculum Overview

• Year 1: Introduction to Art History, Ancient Art, Art and Society
• Year 2: Medieval and Renaissance Art, Non-Western Art Traditions
• Year 3: Modern and Contemporary Art, Art Theory and Criticism
• Year 4: Independent Research Project, Art History Seminar, Electives

Join our Art History BA program to embark on a journey of artistic discovery and academic excellence, where your passion for art meets scholarly pursuit.

Potential Career Opportunities

• Museum Curator
• Art Gallery Manager
• Art Historian
• Conservation Specialist
• Art Appraiser
• Cultural Heritage Manager
• Art Auctioneer
• Exhibition Designer
• Art Educator
• Research Analyst

Skills you will gain

• Critical Thinking
• Research Skills
• Curatorial Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Cultural Awareness
• Interpretation
• Visual Literacy
• Art Analysis
• Historical Contextualization
• Writing Proficiency