Art History—B.A./B.S.

The study of the history of art is intended to enable the student to analyze diverse works of painting, sculpture, architecture, and new media and to relate artistic production to historical, cultural, and philosophical factors. We offer three distinct tracks for the art history B.A/B.S. The first provides a critical analysis focus and is intended for those students whose goals require more advanced writing and analytical skills. The second track offers the opportunity to combine art history with art practices, and is well suited to those entering professions that engage directly with the physical artwork, such as in art galleries or conservation. The third possibility combines art history with graphic design. All three options within art history begin with the lower-division History of Western Art sequence, and advance to upper-division art history courses investigating Western and non-Western traditions.