Our Curriculum

All incoming undergraduate students first complete the Core Design Program, then apply for admission to the professional Bachelor of Fine Arts in Integrated Studio Arts degree program.

Our curriculum emphasizes breadth in technique with a focus on conceptual development and problem solving. The art studio is the fundamental structure for BFA students to develop an understanding and ability to apply the design process through diverse media.

In the sophomore year, students explore a wide variety of media areas that include ceramics, textiles, jewelry/metalsmithing, furniture design, painting, printmaking, digital media and photography. Classes in color theory and intermediate drawing round out the year. Junior- and senior-level studios provide focused investigation in specific media areas and help prepare students for professional practice and/or graduate study toward a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree. Art history courses enhance the studio environment by providing a strong context as students develop their ideas and technical abilities.

Interdisciplinary opportunities are encouraged, and independent study options — where you can work one-on-one with a faculty member of your choice — are available following the completion of regular course offerings. A required seminar/exhibition serves as a capstone experience in the final year.

Curriculum Sheet (PDF) for the BFA in Integrated Studio Arts
This includes number of required credits, list of courses, and a suggested four-year plan with courses broken into semesters and years. Download 2012-2013 BFA in Integrated Studio Arts Curriculum Sheet