B.F.A. in Art - Studio Arts Specialization

College of Arts and Humanities

The B.F.A. in Art - Studio Arts Specialization cultivates a distinct visual point of view as students prepare for careers as creative professionals. The program begins with a strong foundation in Drawing, 2D, and 3D Design, Color Theory, and Art History, and introduces students to a wide range of skills. Our students learn the value of continued experimentation and dedication to process and craft to ultimately create their best work. Upper-level courses are offered in a variety of disciplines including Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Ceramics where students advance their techniques, increase cultural awareness, and are encouraged to pursue their unique artistic visions.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Academic Foundations
First Year Experience requirement4
English Composition requirement6-7
Mathematics requirement3-4
Interdisciplinary requirement3
Diverse Communities requirement3
Ethics requirement3
Distributed Disciplinary Foundations
Science requirement6-8
Behavioral & Social Science requirement6
Humanities requirement6
Arts requirement3
ADDITIONAL BACCALAUREATE REQUIREMENTS
University Requirements
Writing Emphasis requirement9
Speaking Emphasis requirement9
Degree Requirements
Capstone requirement1-15
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Foundation Requirements 1
ART 106Drawing I3
ART 1112D Design3
ART 112Color Theory3
ART 1203D Design3
ART 206Drawing II3
ART 216Painting I3
ART 113Digital Media3
ARH 103Art History I: Paleolithic-Middle Ages3
ARH 104Art History II: Renaissance through Modern Day3
Select two art history electives at the 200-level or above6
Specialization Requirements 1
Students may select studio art (ART) courses within these disciplines: drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and ceramics. Studio art electives should be selected under advisement.36
Capstone Requirement
ART 492Senior Seminar 1,23
Total Minimum Credits Required120
1

Minimum grade of C required in ART and ARH courses.

2

This course fulfills the Capstone requirement.

To track their individual degree progress, students are advised to access their Degree Progress Report (DPR) via myWCU regularly. For more information, visit wcupa.edu/DegreeProgressReport.

The following is a sample suggested course sequence for this program; course offerings and availability are not guaranteed. Students should consult their academic advisor with any questions.

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
Semester OneCredits
ART 106 Drawing I 3
ART 111 2D Design 3
ARH 103 Art History I: Paleolithic-Middle Ages 3
WRT 120 Effective Writing I 3
FYE 100XFirst Year Experience 4
 Credits16
Semester Two
ART 112 Color Theory 3
ART 206 Drawing II 3
ART 120 3D Design 3
ARH 104 Art History II: Renaissance through Modern Day 3
Select one of the following: 3
Critical Writing and Research  
Critical Writing: Approaches to Popular Culture  
Critical Writing: Investigating Experience  
Critical Writing: Multidisciplinary Imagination  
Critical Writing: Entering Public Sphere  
Critical Writing: Special Topics  
 Credits15
Year Two
Semester Three
ART 113 Digital Media 3
ART 216 Painting I 3
MAT 103 Introduction to Mathematics 3
General Education elective 3
General Education elective 3
 Credits15
Semester Four
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
General Education elective 3
General Education elective 3
 Credits15
Year Three
Semester Five
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
General Education elective 3
General Education elective 3
 Credits15
Semester Six
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
ARH XXX elective 3
General Education elective 3
General Education elective 3
 Credits15
Year Four
Semester Seven
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
ARH XXX elective 3
General Education elective 3
General Education elective 3
 Credits15
Semester Eight
ART 492 Senior Seminar 3
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
ART elective - Professional concentration (see tables below) 3
General Education elective 3
General Education elective 3
 Credits15
 Total Credits121

One ARH elective must be at the 300 level or above.  Students must maintain a minimum grade of C in ART and ARH courses.

Focus Areas - Selected Under Advisement

Drawing/Painting

ART 217Painting II3
ART 226Water Color3
ART 241Printmaking: Graphic Forms3
ART 242Printmaking as Narrative Form3
ART 306Drawing III3
ART 307Drawing IV3
ART 317Painting III3
ART 318Painting IV3
ART 319Painting V3
ART 320Painting: Independent Projects3
ART 345Printmaking: Independent Projects3

Sculpture/Crafts

ART 221Woodworking, Welding, and Casting3
ART 222Sculpture I3
ART 230Digital Object Design-3D Printing3
ART 231Ceramics: Handbuilding3
ART 232Ceramics: Potter's Wheel3
ART 321Sculpture II3
ART 322Sculpture III3
ART 324Life Modeling3
ART 325Sculpture: Independent Projects3
ART 331Ceramics: Unconventional Methods3
ART 332Ceramics: Raw Materials3
ART 335Ceramics: Independent Projects3

General Studio

Select 12 ART electives36

Photography Electives

ART 228Digital Photography3