2023-2024 BSC Catalog Updated_UG ONLY_FINAL[82]

62 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
sculpture. The other leads to the B.A. degree in studio art with emphasis in drawing,
painting, photography, printmaking, or sculpture. Tutorial or contracted courses
cannot substitute for required art history courses.
With academic advisor approval, an art major may elect a maximum of two teaching
experiences in the area of concentration. This is done in the sophomore, junior, or
senior year by enrolling in AR 298, AR 398, or AR 498. Students with a studio
concentration must demonstrate that they are competent to undertake college-level
work in the visual arts.
Upon completion of the art major, students will be able to
• demonstrate knowledge and conceptual understanding of the visual arts
• apply knowledge of the visual arts creatively
• communicate visually
• develop an analytical and interpretative approach to the visual arts
• solve problems and make decisions relevant to the visual arts
Major Requirements
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art
The following courses are required (17 units):
AR 111
AR 112
AR 150
AR 250
AR 372
AR 471
AR 472
AR 499
ARH 215
ARH 216
five units of studio art (AR) at the 300 level or above
two additional units in art history (ARH)
maintain a 3.000 grade point average in all studio art (AR) and art history (ARH)
courses
Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art
The following courses are required (13 units):
AR 111
AR 112
AR 150
AR 250
AR 372
AR 471
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2023-2024