Visual Art
Learn about the theory and history of art while developing as a practicing artist with the B.A. in Visual Art from Georgian Court University.
You’ll enjoy a blend of classroom and studio time—not to mention exciting hands-on experiences—to prepare you for a creative career that can include teaching.
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Art Program Information
You’ll need to successfully complete at least 120 credits, including General Education requirements and the major requirements below.
Curriculum – B.A. in Visual Art
To earn this degree, students must successfully complete at least 120 credits, including General Education requirements and the major requirements below.
Major Sequences
A minimum of 36 credits is required.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Art | ||
| AR111 | Drawing I | 3.0 |
| AR113 | Visual Thinking & Design | 3.0 |
| AR201 | Drawing II | 3.0 |
| AR228 | European & U.S. Art | 3.0 |
| AR229 | World Art History | 3.0 |
| AR499 | Senior Exhibition Seminar | 3.0 |
| Studio Art Electives | ||
| 200-400 level Studio Art electives | 12.0 | |
| Major Electives | ||
| Select 6 credits from any Art, Communication, Dance, Graphic Design, or Music courses. 1 | 6.0 | |
| Total Credits | 36.0 | |
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General Education courses can be used to fulfill this requirement.
Teacher of Art Certification with Teacher of Students with Disabilities: See requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Visual Art, 36 credits. For required professional courses in education, please refer to the School of Education section of this catalog.
Art with Dual Ed (K–6) & Teacher of Students with Disabilities: See requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Visual Art, 36 credits. For required professional courses in education, please refer to the School of Education section of this catalog.
For more information on program requirements, consult the Undergraduate Catalog.
Curriculum – Minor in Studio Art
Explore the foundations and theories of art as well as principles of visual thinking while enhancing your personal artistic skills. The minor in studio art from GCU inspires students to push artistic boundaries and expand their creative horizons.
Minor Sequence
A minimum of 18 credits is required for the minor. Students must receive a grade of C or better in all courses applied to the minor.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AR111 | Drawing I | 3.0 |
| AR201 | Drawing II | 3.0 |
| Studio Art Electives | 12.0 | |
| Total Credits | 18.0 | |
For more information on program requirements, consult the Undergraduate Catalog.
Art Course Rotation
| COURSE ID# | TITLE | FALL | SPRING |
|---|---|---|---|
| AR111 | Drawing 1 | Fall | Spring |
| AR201 | Drawing 2 | Spring | |
| AR313 | Painting 1 | Fall | |
| AR314 | Painting 2 | Spring | |
| AR422 | Creative Photography 1 | Fall | Spring |
| AR427 | Advanced Studio | Fall | Spring |
| AR499 | Senior Exhibition | Spring | |
| AR113 | Visual Thinking & Design | Fall - Every Third Year | |
| AR315 | Sculpture | Spring - When Needed for Art Education Cohort |
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