Art History BA Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Art History. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BA in Art History
120
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History requires 120 credits. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required. Additionally, up to 12 credits in a foreign language may be taken.
Credits for Major in Art History
42
To complete the major, 42 credits are required. 9 credits in core courses, 18 credits in art history electives, 9 in art history seminar and 6 credits in studio art electives.
General Education Credits Required for a BA in Art History
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| ARH 0111-196 Art & The World I BA Art History/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Information Literacy Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Math, Computing & Logic Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16-17 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ARH 0111-197 Art & The World II BA Art History/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
- If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council
- Join Arts Empowered Adelphi! Explore them here and visit a few of their meetings to see how they give back and heal the community.
- Welcome to Adelphi! Attend Welcome Weekend events to learn more about your new home and the vast opportunties available to you.
- Engage in campus events and programs. Log on to Handshake and start developing your profile. Visit your professors during office hours to ask for help when you are struggling with a concept.
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Studio Art Elective Select 1 course BA Art History/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art History Elective Select 1 course BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course¹ Level I BA Art History/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Â 15-16 credits |
¹Students may elect to take language competency exam
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Studio Art Elective Select 1 course BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art History Elective Select 1 course BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level II BA Art History/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: Written BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
- If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
- Join the Artivism Club! Explore them here and find your active voice and force towards social change
- Participate in a CORE and Safe Zone Training.
- Participate in mock interviews and attend career workshops. Attend a conference. Start writing your resume.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Art History Elective Select 1 course BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art History Seminar Select 1 Course BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level III BA Art History/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Art History Elective Select 1 course BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art History Seminar Select 1 course BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level IV BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
- Time to take a bigger role! Run for an executive board position in an organization you are apart of.
- Join an honorary society in an area of interest. From transfer societies, service societies, and more, there is a place to ecognize your great achievements!
- Get involved! Join the Artivism Club. Discover Alumnifire to connect with alumni!
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| AIE 0111-401/402² Select 1 course BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art History Elective Select 1 course BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art History Seminar Select 1 course BA Art History Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
²401-Senior Thesis I; 402- Senior Thesis II.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Art History Elective Select 1 course BA Art History Requirement |
6 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you have lived on campus, apply for the National Residence Hall Honorary
- Attend the Spring Concert! Celebrate the end of your spring semester with our featured artist!
- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
- Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.
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