Studio Art 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 studio art. 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 Studio Art
120
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Studio Art 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 may be taken in a foreign language.
Credits for Major in Studio Art
57
To complete the major, 57 credits are required. 30 credits are in studio art and 9 credits in art history. 15 elective credits are taken in studio and 3 elective credits in art history.
General Education Credits Required for a BA in Studio Art
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 |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-101/126¹ Select 1 course from above BA Studio Art/General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| ART 0104-105 Drawing I BA Studio Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-190² Introduction Art Seminar BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Information Literacy Elective 1 of 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
¹101-Fundamentals of 2D design; 126-3D Design
²Also offered in the spring semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-101/126¹ Select 1 course from above BA Studio Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-106 Drawing II BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-117/241³ Select 1 course from above BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
¹101-Fundamentals of 2D design; 126-3D Design
³117- Printmaking I; 241-Intro Digital Imaging
- Join Arts Empowered Adelphi! Explore them here and visit a few of their meetings to see how they give back and heal the community.
- Attend Spirit Weekend! Enjoy the annual celebration of Adelphi Pride with your family.
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Foreign Language Course⁴ Level I BA Studio Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Course 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| ARH 0111-196 Art & The World I BA Studio Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-275/256⁵ Select 1 course from above BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-117/241³ Select 1 course from above BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
³117- Printmaking I; 241-Intro Digital Imaging
⁴Students may elect to take language competency exam.
⁵275-Color:Theory & Practice; 256- Intro Photography
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Foreign Language Course Level II BA Studio Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Math, Computing & Logic Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| ARH 0111-197 Art & The World II BA Studio Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART 0104-275/256⁵ Select 1 course from above BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credirs |
⁵275-Color:Theory & Practice; 256- Intro Photography
- Attend and Explore New York event! Check out MyAULife for events from the SCE, SAB, and more trips into the city
- Apply to be an Resident Assistant!
- Participate in mock interviews and attend career workshops. Attend a conference. Start writing your resume.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ARH 0111-252 Modern Art BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Studio Art Elective Select 1 course BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level III BA Studio Art/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Art History Elective Select 1 course BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Studio Art Elective Select 1 course BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level IV BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Science Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART Elective Sculpture I /Painting I BA Studio Art Recommendation |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- Apply to be a Peer Assistant Leader (PAL) or FCAP leader!
- Volunteer in the Panther Pantry! Give back to the Adelphi community and address food insecurity needs, learn more here!
- Get involved! Join the Arts Empower Adelphi organization and/or the Artivism Club. Discover Alumnifire to connect with alumni!
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART 0104-499 Senior Portfolio (Capstone) BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| ART Elective Sculpture I /Painting I BA Studio Art Recommendation |
3 credits |
| Social Science Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: Written General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART 0104-402 Senior Thesis II BA Studio Art Recommendation |
3 credits |
| Studio Art Elective Select 1 course BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| Studio Art Elective Select 1 course BA Studio Art Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- Attend the Panther Day of Service to join the Adelphi community in giving back!
- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
- 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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