Visual Arts (Complementary Major)
Department: Art and Design
If you definitely want Art and Design to be a big part of your life but you’re not sure if you want it to be your career focus, this program offers you the opportunity to combine Art and Design with your main* major. After six hours of prerequisite art core courses, this complementary major will allow you to focus the remaining 18 hours on a specific area of art and design to ensure you get the most out of your learning pathway alongside your main degree, and to strengthen your skillset, and your resume.
*Students must be already registered with a 120-credit hour ‘primary’ degree to be eligible to register for an Art and Design Studio Complementary Major.
Why a Complementary Major in Visual Arts?
In today’s world, art and design are integral components of industry, contributing to innovation, branding, communication, and cultural enrichment. They enhance the human experience, drive economic growth, and shape the world around us in meaningful ways. The career opportunities for the dual degree program are endless. Whatever your main degree major is consider adding the Art and Design Studio Complementary Major.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Prerequisite Art Courses | 6 | |
| Drawing I | ||
or ART 102 | Drawing II | |
| Two-Dimensional Design | ||
or ART 106 | Three-Dimensional Design | |
| Choose courses on a specific area of art and design to ensure you get the most out of your learning pathway | 18 | |
| Total Hours | 24 | |
12 hours of studio electives must be at 300 level or above.