Art History BA Degree
BA - 120 credit, four-year program of study
Art History is the study of visual artifacts that express the values of cultures. In addition to works that have been traditionally viewed as art, such as painting, sculpture, architecture, prints, drawings, ceramics, textiles, and metalwork, art history also embraces urban planning, cinema, animation, design, photography, computer-based imaging, and many others. UMass Dartmouth's Department of Art History introduces students to a wide array of art objects and it explores ways of understanding them. Art history students learn how to treat non-verbal objects as evidence, how to use scholarly publications, and how to explain their findings and insights. The goal is critical thinking about this extraordinary and engaging subject and preparation for entry into a range of academic and professional occupations. Art History graduates have continued their studies in graduate programs and academic positions, entered professions associated with museums, galleries, and historical societies, become librarians. The field also provides a rigorous education that prepares students for employment outside the profession.
Requirements for Admission to the Bachelor of Arts in Art History Program
All applicants must follow UMass Dartmouth's admissions procedures as defined in the University Catalog.Art History Minor
Students in all fields, especially those in other humanities programs or in art and design, are encouraged to enhance their academic credentials with a Minor in Art History. They will find that it complements their majors and enriches their understanding of contemporary and historical cultures. This program requires at least 21 credits in Art History (designated by the prefix ARH or approved by the department); 12 credits must be above the 100-level and three credits must by at the 400-level or in a course meeting seminar requirements that has been approved for this purpose by the department.Students much maintain a 2.0 GPA in all Art History courses.
