Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art

University of Arizona

Engage in the process of making art, and also in the critical dialogue that explores how art communicates important messages to the rest of the world. The Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art embraces a workshop-structured approach to coursework, which is designed as an experiential initiation into professional artistic practice, creative methodology and studio work ethic. Students make art, discuss how and what art communicates to others, and learn strategies to sharpen the connection been an art object and its meanings. Faculty members work closely with students from the generation of an idea through the realization of the object. Integrated projects, rather than isolated design exercises, encourage personal investment. The focus of the program is to foster inventive and resourceful students who can express complicated ideas in a manner that is technically and conceptually sophisticated.LEARNING OUTCOMESArtistic Inquiry Students will demonstrate the ability to utilize artistic inquiry as a mode of thinking and discoveryContext Students will demonstrate a breadth of knowledge concerning the history of art as well as contemporary art practices.Engagement Students will demonstrate cultural awareness and problem-solving skills to engage with society in meaningful ways.Process Students will demonstrate a familiarity with a range of technical processes and media.Professional Practice Students will

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