Art Practices (B.A.) Academic Course Map

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Academic Course Map for Art Practices (B.A.)


ÌýÌýProgram OverviewÌý

The Bachelor of Arts in Art PracticesÌý(ARTS) at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ allows students to explore their interests and refine their skills in ceramics, Integrated Media Arts Practices/ IMAP (photography, digital media, video, integrated arts), painting and drawing, printmaking, and sculpture and post-studio practice. Students gain a broad understanding of the field of contemporary art and experience in contemporary art practices while pursuing a liberal arts degree at the university.

The Department of Art and Art History affirms the power of art to transform individuals and society. We are committed to the practice, production, critical and historical study of art within a liberal arts education that encourages experimentation and independence of thought. Our faculty offers a rigorous curriculum that crosses disciplines and invites inquisitive, dedicated students with wide-ranging interests, encouraging creative investigation as an essential skill informed by the highest standards of critical thought. Our diverse faculty, students, and staff are committed to ongoing engagement with communities locally and globally.


Admission Requirements

Students who begin at a Colorado Community College can transfer directly to CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ to finish their degree in any of the programs offered by the College of Arts and Sciences.ÌýPlease see the CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College of Arts & Sciences’ÌýColorado Community College webpageÌýfor more information detailed information admissionsÌýrequirements for students transferingÌýfrom a Colorado Community College.Ìý


Transfer Recommendations

To graduate in a 4-year time frame, it is important that students follow the recommended schedule. Students who wish to continue their education at the community college beyond the number of credits specified below should explore with both community college and CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ staff how their graduation timeline, COF stipend, and financial aid will be affected.


Suggested Four-Year Course Plan for the Art Practices (ARTS) major

This is a suggested guide of coursework only and is subject to change. Always consult your academic advisor for graduation planning purposes. Depending on a student’s situation, a different plan might be more applicable.

Your community college must offer an Associate of Arts degree with Designation (DwD) in Studio Art to use this transfer guide.Ìý

Portfolio submission is NOT required to declare Art Practices as a Bachleor of Arts major, but a portfolio and other materials would be required to be admitted to the Bachleor of Fine Arts program.

Community College (first two years)

Fall Semester 1

CourseCourse TitleCredits
ENG 1021English Composition I (GT-CO1)3
ART 1111Art History: Ancient to MedievalÌý (GT-AH1)3
MAT 1240Mathematics for the Liberal Arts (GT-MA1)3
ART 1201Drawing I3
ÌýTransfer Elective3
ÌýTotal Credits15

Spring Semester 1

CourseCourse TitleCredits
ENG 1022English Composition II (GT-CO2)3
ART 1112Art History: Renaissance to Modern (GT-AH1)3
ART 1002Visual Concepts 2-D Design3
ÌýGuaranteed Transfer Arts & Humanities course (GT-AH2, GT-AH3, GT-AH4)
Not GT-AH1
3
ÌýTransfer Elective3
ÌýTotal Credits15

Fall Semester 2

CourseCourse TitleCredits
ART 1003Visual Concepts 3-D Design3
ÌýGuaranteed Transfer History Course (GT-HI1)3
ÌýGuaranteed Transfer Social & Behavioral Sciences Course (GT-SS1, GT-SS2 or GT-SS3)3
ÌýGuaranteed Transfer Natural & Physical Sciences Course (GT-SC1)4
ÌýTransfer Elective2
ÌýTotal Credits15

Spring Semester 2

CourseCourse TitleCredits
ART 1202 OR
ART 1203
Drawing II OR
Figure Drawing I
3
ÌýAny three-credit STUDIO ART course3
ÌýGuaranteed Transfer Social & Behavioral Sciences Course (GT-SS1, GT-SS2 or GT-SS3)3
ÌýGuaranteed Transfer Natural & Physical Sciences Course (GT-SC1 or GT-SC2)3
ÌýGuaranteed Transfer Arts & Humanities Course (GT-AH2, GT-AH3, GT-AH4)
Not GT-AH1
3
ÌýTotal Credits15

Total credits at your community college: 60

Completion of the four semesters of coursework above fulfills the requirements for an Associatesof Arts Degree with a Designation in Studio Art at Colorado community colleges that offer this degree and will fulfill the General Education requirements at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.

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CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ (last two years)

Fall Semester 3

Course TitleCredits
2000-level ARTS course in Studio Area of Emphasis3
Upper-Division ARTS Major Elective3
Non-Major Elective3
Non-Major Elective3
Non-Major Elective3
Total Credits15

Spring Semester 3

Course TitleCredits
Upper-Division ARTS Course in Studio Area of Emphasis3
Upper-Division ARTS Major Elective3
Non-Major Elective3
Upper-Division Non-Major Elective3
Upper-Division Elective3
Total Credits15

Fall Semester 4

Course TitleCredits
Upper-Division ARTS Course in Studio Area of Emphasis3
Upper-Division ARTS Course in Studio Area of Emphasis3
Upper-Division Elective3
Upper-Division Non-Major Elective3
Upper-Division Non-Major Elective3
Total Credits15

Spring Semester 4

Course TitleCredits
Upper-Division ARTS Course in Studio Area of Emphasis3
Upper-Division Elective3
Upper-Division Elective3
Upper-Division Non-Major Elective3
Upper-Division Non-Major Elective3
Total Credits15

Total credits at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½: 60

Completion of all eight semesters of coursework listed above fulfills the requirements for a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Art Practices at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.


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