The B.A. in Art is awarded to students in three areas of specialization: Studio Art, Graphic Design, and Art History. Within the Studio Art Specialization, students can elect concentrations in Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking, Photography, and Ceramics, as well as New and Mixed Media. Those students interested in Graphic Design can choose from a list of courses tailored to their career path. For students in Art History, there are two avenues of study: one is a traditional liberal arts approach, while the other is designed to prepare future museum professionals. Students planning to teach art in the public schools should elect the Studio Art Specialization and must also declare a minor in Professional Education.
Program Requirements
In addition to university’s general requirements, students seeking the B.A. in Art must meet the requirements listed below.
A grade of “C” or better must be earned in all courses that are identified as common prerequisites, major, or major-related. The art faculty advisor must approve all course choices.
Studio Art Specialization
General Studies
In addition to the general studies requirements listed on this page, students must satisfy all additional University requirements, including the Gordon Rule, multicultural, and foreign language requirements. With appropriate planning and coordination with an academic advisor, students may satisfy some of the general University requirements through the General Studies curriculum. For a complete listing of general degree requirements, refer to the "Graduation and General Degree Requirements" section of this catalog.
General Physics is non-calculus based and is usually recommended for non-science majors. University Physics is calculus based and is usually recommended for science majors.
Total Semester Hours:
36-37
Common Prerequisites
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. See the Common Prerequisite Manual for course substitutions from Florida colleges and universities.
Indicates common prerequisites which can be used to satisfy General Studies requirements.
Lower Division Electives
Students must complete sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to satisfy at least 60 semester hours in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4000) to meet this elective requirement.
0-3
Total Hours
0-3
Both and ART 2701C Fundamentals of Sculpture are recommended if not taken as part of the common prerequisites.
The remainder of the program will be comprised of electives that students can select without limitation. However, students must select additional 3000/4000 level courses to total at least 48sh at the 3000/4000 level. If students do not require additional 3000/4000 level courses, they may take 1000/2000 level courses at UWF.
0-6
Total Hours
0-6
Art History Specialization
General Studies
In addition to the general studies requirements listed on this page, students must satisfy all additional University requirements, including the Gordon Rule, multicultural, and foreign language requirements. With appropriate planning and coordination with an academic advisor, students may satisfy some of the general University requirements through the General Studies curriculum. For a complete listing of general degree requirements, refer to the "Graduation and General Degree Requirements" section of this catalog.
General Physics is non-calculus based and is usually recommended for non-science majors. University Physics is calculus based and is usually recommended for science majors.
Total Semester Hours:
36-37
Common Prerequisites
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. See the Common Prerequisite Manual for course substitutions from Florida colleges and universities.
Indicates common prerequisites which can be used to satisfy General Studies requirements.
Lower Division Electives
Students must complete sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to complete at least 60 semester hours in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4000) to meet this elective requirement.
The remainder of the program will be comprised of electives that students can select without limitation. However, students must select additional 3000/4000 level courses to total at least 48sh at the 3000/4000 level if necessary. If students do not require additional 3000/4000 level courses, they may take 1000/2000 level courses at UWF.
3
Total Hours
3
Graphic Design Specialization
General Studies
In addition to the general studies requirements listed on this page, students must satisfy all additional University requirements, including the Gordon Rule, multicultural, and foreign language requirements. With appropriate planning and coordination with an academic advisor, students may satisfy some of the general University requirements through the General Studies curriculum. For a complete listing of general degree requirements, refer to the "Graduation and General Degree Requirements" section of this catalog.
General Physics is non-calculus based and is usually recommended for non-science majors. University Physics is calculus based and is usually recommended for science majors.
Total Semester Hours:
36-37
Common Prerequisites
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. See the Common Prerequisite Manual for course substitutions from Florida colleges and universities.
Introductory Media Course (Must have advisor approval)
3
Total Hours
24
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Indicates common prerequisites which can be used to satisfy General Studies requirements.
Lower Division Electives
Students must complete sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to satisfy at least 60 sh in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4000) to meet this elective requirement.
If the recommended courses ART 2500C Painting I - Fundamentals and ART 2600C Introduction to Digital Studio Practice were taken at the lower division, then the student may enroll in six additional semester hours of free electives to complete the requirement of 120 semester hours for graduation. Students must select additional 3000/4000 level courses to total at least 48 semester hours at the 3000/4000 level.
3-9
Total Hours
3-9
Minors
Art
Students may earn a Minor in Art by completing art and/or art history courses with permission of an assigned art advisor (see chairperson for details). Of the 18 semester hours required for this minor, at least 12 sh must be taken at UWF. No fewer than 12 sh must be at the 3000/4000 level. Art majors may not earn this minor.
