BA in Fine Art
Aberdeen, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
USD 28,000 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* estimated yearly total for international students; USD 17,677 - estimated yearly total for residents
Introduction
Unleash your creative vision and hone your artistic abilities in Northern's fine art program, in which you'll develop advanced visual design skills and be trained to master the use of traditional studio media and tools. We have the resources you need to study art history, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, photography, painting, drawing, design, and mixed media.
All classes are taught by caring, supportive professors and instructors, and our fully equipped facilities include upgrades for health and safety.
Northern has one of the nicest art studios in the region, and seniors have the opportunity to work in a private studio. Student work can be showcased in one of three galleries located in modern and historic campus spaces.
Through Northern's annual Visiting Artists program, well-known artists create exciting art and work with students through critiques, lectures, and community collaborations.
You may also get the chance to travel with professors to prominent art destinations such as Minneapolis, Chicago, Omaha, Washington, D.C., New York, and Italy.
Crowning this comprehensive program is a senior capstone experience, for which fine art students complete a written thesis, solo exhibition of artwork, statement of purpose, and resume.
Program Outcome
- Students will acquire and demonstrate understanding and proficiency with fundamental concepts of visual art and design. (Cross-curricular Skills: Critical and Creative Thinking; Problem Solving)
- Students will acquire and demonstrate understanding and proficiency with fundamental precepts in art and design history. (Cross-curricular Skills: Critical and Creative Thinking; Information Literacy; Intercultural Knowledge)
- Students will acquire and demonstrate understanding and proficiency with fine art media. (Cross-curricular Skills: Critical and Creative Thinking; Problem Solving; Foundational Lifelong Learning Skills)
- Students will acquire and demonstrate understanding and proficiency with digital art media. (Cross-curricular Skills: Critical and Creative Thinking; Problem Solving; Foundational Lifelong Learning Skills)
- Students will acquire and demonstrate understanding and proficiency with professional methods of practice. (Cross-curricular Skills: Critical and Creative Thinking; Information Literacy; Problem Solving)
Curriculum
First Year Fall
- IDL 190, Freshman Seminar 2
- SPCM 101, Fundamentals of Speech* 3
- Natural Science with Lab Course 3-4
- ART 121, Design I 2D 3
- ART 111, Drawing I 3
First Year Spring
- ENGL 101, Composition I 3
- MATH 114/L, College Algebra* 3-4
- ART 112, Drawing II** 3
- ARTD 113, Introduction to Digital Media 3
- ART 123, Three Dimensional Design 3
Second Year Fall
- ENGL 201, Composition II 3
- Introductory or Intermediate Foreign Language 3-4
- Arts and Humanities Course: Literature 3
- Behavioral/Social Sciences Course 3
- 2D or 3D Fine Art Core Course 3
Second Year Spring
- HIST 121, Western Civilization I* 3
- Behavioral/Social Sciences Course 3
- Natural Science with Lab Course 3
- ART 270, Photography Techniques I** 3
- ARTH 312, History of Graphic Design 3
Third Year Fall
- Human Values Course 3
- ARTH 211, History of World Art I 3
- 2D or 3D Fine Art Core Course 3
- Fine Arts 2D or 3D Major Course 3
- Fine Arts 2D or 3D Major Course 3
Third Year Spring
- ARTH 212, History of World Art II 3
- 2D or 3D Fine Art Core Course 3
- Fine Arts 2D or 3D Major Course 3
- ART/ARTD/ARTH Elective Course 3
- Fine Arts 2D or 3D Major Course 3
Fourth Year Fall
- ARTH 311, History of World Art III 3
- ART/ARTD/ARTH Elective Course 3
- Fine Arts 2D or 3D Major Course 3
- Elective or Minor Course 3
- Elective or Minor Course 3
Fourth Year Spring
- ARTD 489, Senior Capstone 3
- Fine Arts 2D or 3D Major Course 3
- Elective or Minor Course 3
- Elective or Minor Course 3
- Elective or Minor Course 3
*Fulfills a General Education Requirement. Other course options may be available.
**Fulfills a major requirement. Other course options may be available.
***Fulfills a general elective. Other course options may be available.
This plan of study is not an official document. Depending on placement scores, developmental courses may be required. Course rotations may change. Please visit with a professional advisor at least once a semester to review appropriate course choices and plan updates.
Career Opportunities
An art degree from Northern prepares you for careers in advertising design, graphic design, visual fine arts, and art education. For graduating seniors, the senior capstone experience includes practical steps and strategies for career planning.
Northern's art students are trained in entrepreneurial thinking as self-starters, problem solvers and innovators, and career paths are varied and plentiful. Graduates are prepared to succeed in self-employment as professional artists and designers; employment with public and private galleries and museums; web-based sales and promotion; and teaching for private schools, colleges and community centers.
Internships
An internship is not required for Northern’s Fine Arts B.A.; however, students may participate in an internship for elective credits.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
The art department offers a variety of competitive, merit-based awards. Scholarship assistance requires strong academic performance, minimum GPA of 3.0, and demonstrated potential for academic and career success. Scholarships also are available for minority students and students who excel in specific art disciplines or media.
English Language Requirements
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