Art | Bachelor of Fine Arts: Art (Graphic Design)
Art with an emphasis in Graphic Design
Program Summary
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education | 34 | |
| Program (Major) Core | 18 | |
| Art History | 6 | |
| Studio Courses | 12 | |
| Concentration Area | 39 | |
| Open Electives 1 | 11 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
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Open electives are the credit hours required to reach a minimum of 120 total hours and 45 upper-level hours. The number listed assumes all courses are completed at FHSU as listed. This number may vary if students transfer courses, or have individual substitutions allowed. Students should speak with their advisor if either situation applies to determine if the number will vary, and to ensure they enroll in a minimum of 45 upper-level hours.
Students entering within 1 year of high school graduation will take UNIV 101 Freshman Seminar and may apply that hour in the open elective category.
Program Requirements
General Education
All undergraduate degrees require completion of the Kansas Systemwide General Education.
Courses identified with GE on this page may satisfy a general education requirement in addition to the identified degree requirement. Students who apply a degree requirement to satisfy a general education requirement will typically add an equal number of hours to the university elective category. This flexibility may allow you to complete a minor or certificate within the 120 hour degree. Transfer students and students majoring in programs with approved exceptions are especially encouraged to select these courses in completing General Education requirements to maximize the likelihood of completing the degree with 120 credit hours.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education | 34-35 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Art & Design Major Program | ||
| Core Courses: | ||
| ART 101 | Drawing I | 3 |
| ART 102 | Drawing II | 3 |
| ART 103 | 2-D Design | 3 |
| ART 104 | 3-D Design | 3 |
| Art History Requirements: | ||
| ART 201 | Survey of Art History I GE | 3 |
| ART 202 | Survey of Art History II GE | 3 |
| Select two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Ancient Art History | ||
| Non-Western Art History | ||
| Medieval Art History | ||
| Renaissance/Baroque Art History | ||
| 18th-19th Century Art History | ||
| 20th-Century Art History | ||
| Visual Culture (online only) | ||
| Late Modern and Contemporary Art History | ||
| Total Hours | 24 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Course Requirements: | ||
| ART 340 | Digital Illustration | 3 |
| ART 475 | Topics in Art II (Photography and Culture) | 3 |
| Select 6 credits of the following: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Painting | ||
| Sculpture I | ||
| Architectural Drafting | ||
| Black and White Photography I | ||
| Printmaking I | ||
| Ceramics I | ||
| Figure Drawing | ||
| Book Design | ||
| Topics in Art II (Digital Photography) | ||
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Additional studio courses are occasionally offered. They may be counted with permission. Students transferring studio courses not offered at FHSU also should speak with the advisor or department to determine if those courses will be accepted.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Concentration: | ||
| ART 243 | Graphic Design I | 3 |
| ART 245 | Computer-Assisted Graphics Design I | 3 |
| ART 347 | Graphic Design II | 3 |
| ART 348 | Typography I | 3 |
| ART 349 | Video Storytelling | 3 |
| ART 447 | Graphic Design III | 3 |
| ART 651 | Motion Design I | 3 |
| ART 490 | History of Graphic Design | 3 |
| ART 652 | 3D Motion Design | 3 |
| or ART 443 | Analog Animation | |
| ART 648 | Graphic Design IV | 3 |
| ART 649 | Portfolio | 3 |
| ART 650 | Professional Development in Graphic Design | 3 |
| ART 600 | Exhibition | 3 |
| Total Hours | 39 | |
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| All bachelor degrees require: | ||
| GPA of 2.0 on FHSU courses & 2.0 on all coursework (Higher program requirements prevail over the 2.0 when set) | ||
| A minimum of 30 hours earned from FHSU with a grade of D, C, B, or A | ||
| Successful completion of an upper division Writing and Information Literacy course (Most majors contain a course designated) | ||
| A minimum of 45 hours of recognized upper division credit | ||
| A minimum of 120 hours of recognized college credit | ||
Academic Degree Maps are term-by-term sample course plans that specify milestones, courses, and special requirements that are necessary for facilitating on-time completion. Degree Maps are examples and are not prescriptive. Individualized choices such as concentration options, transfer credits, optional minors, advisory programs (certificates), etc. can alter the recommended coursework. Course offerings are subject to change. Students should consult with their academic advisors for additional guidance on course planning.
To determine courses to take in the directed choices (often listed as Program Elective Course) and directed elective course blocks see the overview tab for courses. To locate approved courses in General Education areas (Undergraduate Programs) see the general education section of the catalog.
The undergraduate course maps typically advise the most efficient route for students to complete the general education requirements. Courses that are required in the major may be listed as fulfilling relevant general education requirements. This will result in more open elective course hours in some maps than is listed on the degree overview page.