Program Overview

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Academic Programs

The University of Alabama in Huntsville offers a variety of academic programs for students to pursue their interests and career goals.

College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences offers several programs, including:

• Fine Arts
• Digital Animation (Concentration)
• Drawing & Painting (Concentration)
• Graphic Design (Concentration)
• Photography (Concentration)
• Printmaking (Concentration)
• Sculpture (Concentration)

Art (BFA) Program

Program Description

The BFA in Fine Arts develops the skills, concepts, and professional practices to pursue a career as an artist and is the primary professional degree in Art Studio. It is also the preferred degree for students who plan to go on for a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). This major requires more studio courses than the BA and does not require a minor. Students must pass a portfolio review as rising juniors.

Number of Credit Hours

The BFA in Fine Arts requires 120 credit hours.

Degree Requirements

The degree requirements for the BFA in Fine Arts include:

• General Education (Charger Foundations) Requirements
• Area V (Pre-Professional) Requirements
• Major Requirements

Research

The University of Alabama in Huntsville proudly features 17 research centers and offices that have performed over $400 million in contracts and grants in the past 5 years. Research areas include:

• Research Centers & Institutes
• Research by College, including:
  • College of Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences
  • College of Business
  • College of Education
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Science
  • Graduate School
  • Honors College
• Research Administration and Support
• Technology Commercialization
• Research Performance
• Research News
• Undergraduate Research

Academics

The University of Alabama in Huntsville offers various academic resources, including:

• Course Listings
• General Education Requirements
• Online Learning
• Certificate Programs
• Student Success Center
• International Engagement & Support
• Disability Support Services
• Salmon Library

Campus Life

The University of Alabama in Huntsville provides a range of campus life opportunities, including:

• Student Involvement
• Student Events
• Health & Wellness
• Transition Programs
• Living at UAH
• Athletics
• News