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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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ARH - Art History
ARH 175 ES Leonardo da Vinci: Art, Science, and Myth (1)
An exploration of the works of Leonardo da Vinci, with emphasis on his interdisciplinary
approach to creative and scientific endeavors, and his place in the broader “myth” of
artistic genius. An Explorations in Scholarship designated course.
ARH 177, 277, 377, 477 Special Topics in Art History (1)
An exploration of a selected topic or problem in art history. This course may be repeated
for credit provided that the topics explored in each course are different. Prerequisite:
ARH 215 or ARH 216 for ARH 277, ARH 377, and ARH 477.
ARH 215 GP, IA Introduction to Art History: Ancient to Medieval (1)
A digital-slide course that provides the general student as well as the art and art history
major with an introduction to the language and methodology of art history. Focus is
placed on stylistic development and its relation to cultural and historical contexts. Objects
studied include prehistoric cave paintings, Egyptian pyramids, ancient Greek sculpture,
and the cathedrals of medieval Europe. A Global Perspectives and Interpretation or
Analysis designated course.
ARH 216 GP, IA Introduction to Art History: Renaissance to the Present (1)
A digital-slide course that provides the general student as well as the art and art history
major with an introduction to the language and methodology of art history. Focus is
placed on stylistic development and its relation to cultural and historical contexts. Artists
studied include Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Monet, Picasso, Dali, and O’Keeffe. A Global
Perspectives and Interpretation or Analysis designated course.
ARH 250 WR The Art of Art History (1)
A discussion course designed for beginning students in art and art history. Students are
introduced to the language and methods of verbal and written visual analysis, and to
political and social issues surrounding the production and consumption of art today. A
Writing Reinforcement designated course.
ARH 293, 393, 493 Independent Study in Art History (½ or 1)
Directed study for advanced students in the major. Specific guidelines concerning
independent study projects appear in the “Exploration Term and Contract Learning”
section of this catalog.
ARH 297, 397, 497 Internship in Art History (½ or 1)
An internship opportunity allowing students to practice career skills and/or further
develop abilities beneficial for graduate study. Specific guidelines concerning internships
appear in the “Exploration Term and Contract Learning” section of this catalog.
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2023-2024