Art History Minor

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Expanding Perspectives and Career Paths Through Interdisciplinary Study

The art history minor is designed for students seeking to expand their knowledge of art history. Through the introduction of major global art movements and theories, an additional emphasis is placed on developing skills in art history research, critical writing, critical thinking and visual analysis. The minor complements the students’ major interest in other disciplines; therefore, interdisciplinary study is highly encouraged. For example, students studying chemistry and art history might focus on pursuing an advanced degree in art conservation and restoration. Similarly, a business major minoring in art history might pursue entrepreneurship opportunities in the commercial art world, including employment in galleries or auction houses, or work in museum leadership, including development and directorial positions.

The art history minor also provides students with options to continue their education in a variety of graduate art programs and/or careers in the visual arts.

Students are required to complete 19 credits for the art history minor.

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Art History Minor (19 credits)

Foundational Courses

  • SAVC 141 Art History I: Pyramids to Cathedrals (3 credits)
  • SAVC 142 Art History II: Renaissance to Contemporary (3 credits)
  • SAVC 255 Writing and Criticism in Art History (3 credits)
  • SAVC 320 Art History Methods, Theory and Practice (3 credits)

Elective Courses

Choose One:

  • SAVC 230 Global Foundations of Modern Art (3 credits)
  • SAVC 305 Seminar in Curatorial Practice (3 credits)
  • SAVC 306 Mining the Museum (3 credits)

Choose One:

  • SAVC 143 African American Art (4 credits)
  • SAVC 312 Unmasked: African Art Past and Present (4 credits)

Global Experience, Internships, Directed/Independent Studies

Study Abroad [Global Experience], Internships & Directed/Independent Studies are strongly encouraged.

Common Career Paths

  • Art direction
  • Administration
  • Advertising
  • Curatorial
  • Conservation
  • Graphic Artist
  • Restoration
  • Collections Management
  • Exhibit Design/Preparation
  • Archive Management
  • Public Relations
  • Story Boards
  • Web Design

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