Art History Specialization

The art history specialization is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the art works, artists and movements that have shaped Western visual culture from prehistory to the present, and the leading theories and methods of the discipline. The program prepares students for careers in art museums, commercial galleries, professional art writing and art consulting, and for advanced graduate training for careers in secondary and college teaching and art conservation and restoration.

For students seriously considering graduate study in art history or pursuing a professional position, a minor in either French or History is strongly recommended. Graduate schools typically require demonstrated proficiency in reading French and German.

* not available if taken as a core course

Cognate Courses

Six credits are required for students not completing a minor or a second major. For art history students completing a minor, the following courses are also highly recommended as general University electives.