Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art
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University Studies component of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art degree

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Oral and Written Communication (7 hrs)

  • ENG 105 [or ENG 104]
  • COM 161 [or HON 165]

Scientific Inquiry, Methodologies, and Quantitative Skills (7-10 hrs)

  • One science course with lab (4-5 hrs)
  • One math course (3-5 hrs)

World’s Historical, Literary, and Philosophical Traditions (6 hrs)

  • CIV 201 or CIV 202 [or HON 201 or HON 202]
  • HUM 211 [or HON 251]

Global Awareness, Cultural Diversity, and the World’s Artistic Traditions (3 hrs)

  • One course in foreign culture, multiculturalism, study abroad, international affairs, or fine arts (ART 211)

Social and Self-Awareness and Responsible Citizenship (6 hrs)

  • Two courses, one from each category:
    Ethics, Social Responsibility, and Civic Engagement
    Social science

University Studies Approved Electives (9 hrs)

  • ART 212
  • Choose from the list of University Studies electives. No more than two courses from any one Thematic category and no more than one course from the Enrichment Electives category.

TOTAL:  38-41 hours

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