Art History, BA, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Art History
Sample Plan for New Students
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated proficiency - Credits in Major: 60
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.00
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.00
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ARTH 2910 Foundations I (approved sub for ARTH 2110) (5) |
ART 1910 Foundations II (approved sub for ARTH 2120) (5) |
HIST 1200, 1200 OR 2310 (5) |
| Course 2 | ART 1910 Foundations I (approved sub for ART 1200) (5) |
UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Create plan in Student Planning
- Get Involved
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ARTH 3410: History of Modernism * (5) |
ARTH 3500: Art Since 1945 * (5) | ARTH 3000-4000 Elective * (5) |
| Course 2 | Language 1150 (5) | Language 1250* (5) | Language 1350* (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module II (5) | UCOR Module II (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Plan for Study Abroad
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ARTH 2130: Global Topics in Art Hist. (5) | ARTH 3000-4000 Elective * (5) | ARTH 3000-4000 Elective * (5) |
| Course 2 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module II (5) | UCOR Module III (5) | UCOR Module III (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Find Internship or Research Opportunities
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Review Educational Plan
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ARTH 3000-4000 Elective OR ART, ARTD, PHOT Visual Art Studio Course (5) |
ARTH 4110: Senior Synthesis * (5) | ARTH 4600, 4610 OR 4620 * (5) |
| Course 2 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Module III (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
Module I:
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Art History Major Electives: 20 credits required, 5 of which may be Visual Art Studio Courses (ART, ARTD, PHOT)
- This major is undergoing curricular changes for 2024-2025. Work closely with an advisor to ensure correct course planning for the new curriculum.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Find the perfect spot to study at the Lemieux Library.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degre plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.