Area of Study Overview
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The Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree program in Art prepares adults for career change or advancement, or graduate education, while providing personal enrichment. The program focuses on the fundamental elements and principles of art, explores the techniques of various art media and creates an awareness of the value of art by presenting the proper historical and cultural background. Students develop a broad general knowledge of the traditional liberal arts disciplines while developing a greater depth of knowledge in art.
Degree Requirements
- A minimum of 18 credits must be upper level 300 level or above within the area of study.
NOTE:
Courses that are devoid of a course code can be accepted in transfer if completed at colleges and universities accredited by the six regional accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
In addition, the University offers a host of ways to earn credit for knowledge obtained in non-collegiate settings. Examples include:
- Courses and examinations approved through National College Credit Recommendation Service National CCRS and the American Council on Education ACE College Credit Recommendation Service.
- Military service
- License and certifications
- Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
Credit Distribution
I. General Education Featured Courses (45 Credits)
A. Intellectual and Practical Skills (15 Credits)
B. Civic and Global Leadership (9 Credits)
| SOC-101 | Our Changing World An Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| ETH-230 | Ethics in the Digital Age | 3 |
| POS-110 | American Government | 3 |
C. Knowledge of Human Cultures (15 Credits)
Select two featured courses from the list below
| SOC-291 | Criminology | 3 |
| HIS-114 | American History II | 3 |
| HIS-121 | Introduction to World History I | 3 |
| HUM-103 | Introduction to the Humanities III: Music | 3 |
| PHI-130 | Introduction to Critical Reasoning | 3 |
D. Scientific Knowledge (6 Credits)
For additional TESU course options that will satisfy this area of the degree, go to
Scientific Knowledge.
Il. Area of Study (45 Credits)
Required Courses (15 Credits)
| -TRSFR REQ. | Art History Survey I | 3 |
| -TRSFR REQ. | Art History Survey II | 3 |
At least one course in each of the following areas is required:
| -TRSFR REQ. | Two-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| -TRSFR REQ. | Drawing | 3 |
| -TRSFR REQ. | Painting | 3 |
Art Electives (15 Credits)
Complete 15 credits total in one or both of the following areas:
| -TRSFR REQ. | Studio Art Electives | 15 |
| -TRSFR REQ. | Art History Electives | 15 |
Humanities Electives
Capstone
III. Electives (30 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.
| TRANSFER REQUIREMENT: TESU accepts credits in transfer from accredited institutions as well as non-collegiate providers. View information and resources on where you may find additional learning experiences. |
Total Credit Hours: 120