Minor in Art History

Units required for Minor: 21, all of which must be taken in Art History

Program Description

The Minor in Art History will allow students to explore historical and contemporary art in a globally-oriented curriculum. The 21-unit degree includes a solid grounding in lower-division art history courses, where students will learn to identify major artists and art movements and begin to interpret and analyze art within various historical contexts.  At the upper-division level, students select nine units of coursework, which allows them to focus on a particular area of art history and/or supplement their study with hands-on skills in curatorial studies courses or internships. The Minor in Art History provides students with skills and knowledge that will complement many other majors; these skills include visual literacy, research skills, writing, and critical thinking.

Minimum Grade Requirement

A grade of "C" or better is required for all courses applied to the Minor in Art History.

Note: Students are strongly encouraged to select the four lower division courses and three upper division courses in consultation with an Art History faculty advisor.

Program Requirements