Program Overview

College of Arts & Sciences

Art, BA

The Art, BA program is designed for students who have a passion for expressing themselves through various art media. This program offers a comprehensive education in fine arts and design, providing students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in art direction, graphic design, museum curation, art conservation, and other related fields.

Program Details

• Degree Type: BA
• The program delivers most of its content via on-campus, in-person meetings.
• Students have access to the Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts and the Birmingham Museum of Art, providing intimate exposure to exhibits, displays, and special events.
• The program encourages experimentation with various styles and techniques, allowing students to develop their unique artistic voice.

Concentrations

• Graphic and Digital Design

Fast Facts

• The Visiting Artist and Scholar Series offers students access to internationally renowned artists, scholars, and designers who provide direct feedback on their work.

About the Program

The Art, BA program is designed to immerse students in the arts from the moment they step on campus. The coursework teaches multiple disciplines of fine arts and design, and students can choose to concentrate in art studio or art history. The art studio concentration encourages experimentation with various styles, while the art history concentration focuses on visual literacy and critical thinking.