Art Education

Location(s): On-Campus

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The BA is available in all art programs (tracks), and the BFA is available in Studio Art, Photography-Media Concentration, or Graphic and Interactive Design. The BA in art consists of 10 to 13 course units in art, depending on the track, and the the BFA requires 17 course units in Art. In all tracks, the BFA and BA, utilize a common core of four courses that emphasize the historical traditions of art, introduce the elements of design and principles of composition, and develop skills in drawing and painting. These courses are: ART 113 , ART 142 , ART 170 , and ART 180 . The student then selects one of the art tracks:

Art Education. This track is designed for students to receive Pennsylvania certification in Art Education (PreK-12).

In consultation with their advisor, students may also choose from other studio electives to meet the PA Department of Education Competencies for Art Education.

Required Courses in the Major

This track is built on the four core art courses lists above (ART 113 , ART 142 , ART 170 , and ART 180 ) and the following required courses:

Art Education students are also required to complete the following courses in Education:

Students must have an overall GPA of 2.7 in order to take education courses numbered above 200.

Note:

Also offered is the MAT (Masters of Art in Teaching) with teacher certification in art. Practicing (in-service) teachers can also earn their M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Art Education. Please see the Education Department section of the catalog for more information.