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Bachelor of Arts: Studio Art

Studio Art Curriculum

The offerings in studio are divided into four general classifications:
  • Foundation studio (100-200)
  • Intermediate studio (300)
  • Advanced studio (400)
  • Graduate studio (5500)
The foundation studio courses are required for all studio majors. They consist of introductory courses in two-dimensional and three-dimensional design and drawing. Additional courses are considered basic preparation for intermediate-level work in some areas of studio art. Normally a student is required to complete 100-level courses before 200-level work. These two levels are completed in the first two years unless a student has received advanced placement through a portfolio review.

The intermediate level consists of courses in specific studio areas such as drawing, painting, printmaking, graphic design, photography, digital imaging and computer multimedia. These courses have a 300 designation, and they are generally taken in the junior year.

The advanced level consists of courses with a 400 designation. Above-average performance in 300-level prerequisite courses is usually required for enrollment in an advanced course. Frequently the specific permission of the instructor is also required. Courses below the 400 level may not be taken for graduate credit, except with special permission from the Department of Art and Art History.

Degree Requirements

  1. The foundation studio program or its approved equivalents: Art 112, 121, 131.
  2. A minimum of 24 studio credit hours in order to include courses from at least three different studio areas (drawing, painting, printmaking, graphic design, photography, digital imaging and computer multimedia). At least 12 credit hours must be on the 300 or 400 level.
  3. College-mandated capstone course Art 499WI.
  4. Art history: three courses from the survey sequence Art 301, 302, or 303, or 315, or 319 and one 400-level Art History elective course. Total Art History requirements: 12 credit hours. Up to six additional credit hours in Art History can be counted toward the 24 studio credit hours mentioned in requirement number two.

Grade-point Average Requirements

All studio art majors are required to maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA in studio art courses.

Suggested Plan of Study - Studio Art

The foundation studio program should be completed in the first two years along with at least two of the required art history courses and as many general education requirements as possible.

In the third year, emphasis should be on intermediate studio courses and intermediate art history courses. Arts and sciences general degree requirements should be completed.

The senior year should consist of advanced studio courses, advanced art history courses and electives.

Teacher Certification in Art

Developed with the School of Education, this curriculum provides students with extensive studio training and a strong foundation in aesthetics and art history. The final portion of the program involves courses in education and field experience, including student teaching. Students graduate with dual degrees in studio art and secondary education.

In addition to art courses required for the studio degree, students should be aware that state requirements for certification in art require art courses in specific areas. The following degree requirements illustrate the curriculum that students can expect to design with approval of the department of Art and Art History and the School of Education.

Degree Requirements

Part One: Studio Art

  1. Foundation courses (18 hrs.): Art 112, 121, 131, 212, 221 and 224.
  2. Four intermediate-level courses (12 hrs.): Ceramics/Clay Sculpture and Fiber Arts/Sculpture (courses available, by agreement, through the Kansas City Art Institute; plus two courses from the following: Art 114, 206, 308 or 309, 311 and 322.
  3. Three upper-level courses (9 hrs.).
  4. College-mandated capstone course Art 499WI.
  5. Art history: three courses from the survey sequence Art 301, 302, or 303, or 315, or 319 and one 400-level Art History elective course. Total Art History requirements: 12 credit hours.

Part Two: Professional Education

Certification as an Art teacher (K-12) in either Kansas or Missouri requires that a student complete specific additional requirements in the School of Education. A separate application for teacher education is required. For further information, consult the School of Education section of this catalog or contact the Education Student Services Office at (816) 235-2234.

Grade-point Average Requirements

Art education majors must maintain a 2.5 GPA in studio art courses.

Minor in Studio Art Requirements

A minor in studio art may be earned by completing 21 hours of studio art taken in consultation with a faculty adviser.

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