Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Art History Undergraduate Program By James Madison University |Top Universities

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Art History

Main Subject Area

Art and DesignMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The Bachelor of Arts in art history is intended for students who wish to study the history of the visual arts, including the cultural and social context in which they were created. It is the mission of the art history program to educate students with a global perspective on the arts. Western art history is emphasized, coupled with opportunities to study the art of select non-Western traditions. Students majoring in art history will develop a general knowledge of the principle monuments and artists of all major historical art periods. Students also will: Become acquainted with the art history of non-Western cultures. Locate unfamiliar works within major style periods and cultures. Describe, analyze and interpret the form and content of individual works of art in relation to the cultures from which they originate. Recognize major art media. Understand at least three major historical periods of art in detail. Become familiar with art history theory and methods of analysis and criticism. Research and write about significant artists, artistic events, periods and artistic concepts. The art history program encourages majors and minors to participate in internship opportunities at museums, galleries and other art related settings, and it provides up-to-date information about jobs and graduate programs in art history and related fields. Visiting scholars, campus art exhibitions, trips to major museums and the JMU Study Abroad program provide students with opportunities to study and apply their art history knowledge outside the classroom. Upon completion of the art history major, students will have been exposed to a broad background and knowledge of the opportunities for graduate school and employment. The art history program also advocates cross disciplinary education and actively supports students who double major with other disciplines.

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The Bachelor of Arts in art history is intended for students who wish to study the history of the visual arts, including the cultural and social context in which they were created. It is the mission of the art history program to educate students with a global perspective on the arts. Western art history is emphasized, coupled with opportunities to study the art of select non-Western traditions. Students majoring in art history will develop a general knowledge of the principle monuments and artists of all major historical art periods. Students also will: Become acquainted with the art history of non-Western cultures. Locate unfamiliar works within major style periods and cultures. Describe, analyze and interpret the form and content of individual works of art in relation to the cultures from which they originate. Recognize major art media. Understand at least three major historical periods of art in detail. Become familiar with art history theory and methods of analysis and criticism. Research and write about significant artists, artistic events, periods and artistic concepts. The art history program encourages majors and minors to participate in internship opportunities at museums, galleries and other art related settings, and it provides up-to-date information about jobs and graduate programs in art history and related fields. Visiting scholars, campus art exhibitions, trips to major museums and the JMU Study Abroad program provide students with opportunities to study and apply their art history knowledge outside the classroom. Upon completion of the art history major, students will have been exposed to a broad background and knowledge of the opportunities for graduate school and employment. The art history program also advocates cross disciplinary education and actively supports students who double major with other disciplines.

Admission requirements

6+

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Tuition fees

For international students, tuition, insurance and ISS fees for 2019-2020 are $31,600, with living expenses approximately $13,640.

Scholarships are available to qualified applicants.


Admissions process

If you’re an international student who’s interested in applying to study at James Madison University, you will need to visit the university’s website for specific information relating to the admissions process as admission requirements for international students may vary for each individual nation.

You will also need to ensure you have proven proficiency in English language. For more information about this click here.

Please note there is a one-off orientation fee of $180 and an internet fee of $60.

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