Art and Design (BA)
Saint Charles, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 9,550 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
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Introduction
The Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design prepares students for a range of creative careers. Beginning with strong foundational principles of design, students have a well-rounded course of study with photography, video, web design, and art history, and are then provided the flexibility to study in an area of their choosing. The degree is ideal for students who wish to double major or diversify their skills with additional minors and whose educational goal is a major in art and design that incorporates more substantive study in the liberal arts than the Bachelor of Fine Arts allows. Like the BFA program, the BA focuses on creativity, problem-solving, project development and teamwork, and mastery of technique and craftsmanship, while providing the interdisciplinary perspective necessary to succeed in today's art and design fields.
The Art and Design (BA) is offered in both traditional and online formats.
Why Art and Design?
You will be taught by some of the most enthusiastic art and design practitioners with expertise across various fields, including web design, graphic design, photography, studio and digital art, fashion design and more. Their educational and professional backgrounds in the field will provide you with the most up-to-date strategies and approaches to various media, while the facilities you have access to will allow you to use the latest in hardware and software with our various computer labs and our new Makerspace. In these spaces you will have access to 3D printing, AR/VR equipment and software, laser cutters, CNC routers, and more. Coupled with the expertise of faculty who understand the ever-changing landscape of the industry, you will be prepared for the next step after graduation, whether that is a career in your chosen field or continuing your education in graduate studies.
Required Equipment
This program has immersive reality technologies integrated throughout the curriculum and requires use of a virtual reality headset identified by the department and associated applications. Immersive realities, such as virtual reality, provide a fully immersive educational experience that leads to greater engagement and understanding of subjects covered in classes. Students are not only able to engage with the material, other students, and their instructor; they also can better understand the context of those relationships while immersed in the virtual environment. These experiences support the learning outcomes for the program and prepare students for use of these technologies in their professions.
Emphases
- Digital Art Emphasis
- Graphic Design Emphasis
- Photography Emphasis
- Web and User Experience Emphasis
- K-12 Education Certification
Career Opportunities
| 27% Higher Income | 93% Success Rate |
| Our graduates have a 27% higher income than the national median 10 years after enrolling. Source: US Department of Education's College Scorecard/ Department of Treasury 2018. | Investing in a Lindenwood education sets you up for success. 93% of Lindenwood graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate programs within 6 months of graduation. |
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Curriculum
Major Coursework
24 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- AAD 10050 Introduction to Web Design
- AAD 10600 Design I
- AAD 13000 Drawing I
- AAD 13600 Design II
- AAD 14000 Visual Storytelling
- AAD 18101 Digital Photography I
- ARTH 22200 History of Western Art to 1300
- ARTH 22400 History of Western Art from 1300
Foundation Coursework
3 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- AAD 12000 Digital Foundations
- AAD 20300 Adobe Certification in Photoshop
- AAD 20400 Adobe Certification in Illustrator
Introduction to Art/Design/Fashion Coursework
3 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- AAD 10000 Introduction to Art and Design
- FBD 20000 Introduction to Fashion Design
Art and Design Elective Coursework
12 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
Note that students pursuing 9-12 Art teaching certification must complete AAD 20000, AAD 22100, AAD 23400, and AAD 24100.
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Practical Application Coursework
3 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- AAD 30105 Applied Art and Design
- CAH 44444 Internship
Capstone Coursework
3 credit hours of coursework from the following option:
- AAD 41000 Art and Design Capstone
Seminar Coursework
Zero credit hour course in which students are required to enroll every fall and spring semester from matriculation to degree conferral.
- AAD 10200 Art and Design Seminar
No duplication of coursework is permitted within the program.
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