Art History

All coursework required for the major must be completed with minimum grades of C.

Students pursuing the BA in Art History take 14 courses (42 credits) in the School of Art + Art History:

ARH 3000/4000 Electives Distribution Requirements

The ARH courses at the 3000 /4000 level must be distributed chronologically:

• at least 3 credits, Art before 1300
• at least 3 credits, Art from 1300 to 1750
• at least 3 credits, Art after 1750

If a course applies to two chronological categories; a student may use it to fulfill the requirement for only one chronological category.

The ARH courses at the 3000/4000 level must also be distributed in the following ways:

• at least 3 credits, Art of the ancient Mediterranean basin and/or ancient Near East and/or the art of Europe and/or the United States
• at least 3 credits, Art of Africa, Asia, and/or Latin America and/or the art of Native Americans, Aboriginal Australians, and/or Pacific Islanders

If a course applies to both of these categories; a student can use it to fulfill the requirement for only one category.

Beyond the required courses in the SA+AH, students must take 5 of their electives (15 credits) at the 3000/4000 level in any discipline.

Majors also need to demonstrate college-level foreign language proficiency. Foreign language skills prepare students for art historical research and greater international engagement. You may already be proficient in a foreign language or you may need additional study to demonstrate proficiency. The art history program requires the same level of proficiency as the majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. See CLAS Foreign Language Requirement for ways to demonstrate proficiency by exam, college-level credit from another institution, or taking coursework at UF.

Students planning to attend graduate school in art history should develop foreign language skills beyond the minimum requirement. Advanced art historical research requires reading complex primary and secondary sources in multiple foreign languages. The faculty will gladly advise students on foreign language study.

The Bachelor of Arts in art history enables students to achieve proficiency in historical theory and criticism of art, to communicate independent, critical perspectives and to employ research methodology effectively. Through study of literature, social forces, ideology, cultural history and visual representation students will develop knowledge of the ancient, medieval, Renaissance/Baroque and modern world arts. Students will also develop the ability to construct arguments and engage in advanced thought and analysis, in speech and in writing.

Before Graduating Students Must

• Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Students in the Major Will Learn to

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Content

1. Identify, describe and interpret works of art and other materials about art's cultural and historical context.

Critical Thinking

1. Examine and assess an art historical topic by applying appropriate research practices.
2. Examine and assess scholarly literature, including scholarly methodology.

Communication

1. Formulate oral analysis of works of art in their historical or cultural context.
2. Produce written analysis of works of art in their historical or cultural context.

Curriculum Map

I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

Assessment Types

• Research paper
• Oral presentation

Applicants who should complete the SSAR:

• Attended a high school regionally accredited in the United States for at least three years.
• Attended a DODEA (Department of Defense Education Activity) school.

Applicants who should not complete the SSAR:

• Attended a secondary school located outside the United States for more than one semester.
• Studied a curriculum that did not follow the standard U.S. system.

Required: At least three full years of your most recent secondary school transcripts, including courses in progress (grades 9, 10 and 11 + senior schedule) in both the native language of instruction and a word for word certified English translation (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts are accepted electronically via the status Check Status page for the review process, while official transcripts and translations are required upon enrollment.

All applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate English proficiency. English proficiency examination results, such as TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test, are encouraged for non-native English speakers, but are not required for freshman admission. SAT or ACT results are required for all freshman applicants.

• A copy of your transcript for any school you have attended with the grades you have earned
• A list of your high school activities including jobs, clubs, sports, community service, etc.
• Information about your parent(s) or guardian(s), such as educational background, occupation and employer information

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