An Applied Arts concentration is a combination of the theoretical and technical mastery of a subject with an emphasis on application.

Requirements for some specific concentrations in Applied Arts are detailed below. Other areas such as dance, cinema, interior design, and architectural design may also be proposed.

A concentration in applied arts entails more than performance ability and experience. It also attests to a student's understanding of the art performed, both technically and contextually; the ability to engage in informed discourse about content, style, and meaning; and the insight necessary to devise independent and effective interpretations of the art through applied activities. This concentration requires a minimum of 36 credits.

Concentration Requirements:

Requirement	Credits
History, Theory and /or Literature of Art	9 credits including 3 upper level
Studio Credits	21 credits, including 9 upper level
An appropriate related art area	3 upper level credits
Capstone – FAR 499 (culminating course in concentration)	3 credits
TOTAL	36

Note: Only grades of C of higher may be included in the concentration.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who graduate with a concentration in Studio Arts will be able to:

1. demonstrate evidence of a broad knowledge of theory and technique in conjunction with the ability to articulate concepts and ideas in visual form;
2. demonstrate foundational knowledge of contemporary and historical art and artists;
3. create a body of work that is provocative and demonstrates higher levels of proficiency in the area of specialization;
4. articulate the concepts, techniques and influences inherent in this body of work;
5. engage in objective and prescriptive critical analysis of their own art and of the work created by other visual artists; and
6. demonstrate a foundational knowledge of contemporary and historical art and artists.

Concentration Plan of Study Forms

The concentration plan of study (CPS) is the tool you will use to plan your degree completion program. The CPS form offers information on how subject requirements can be met. You may download the form below as a Microsoft Word document (form will open in a new window). To request a course subsitution in a CPS, use the Request for Substitution Form. Additional information on the concentration is also available in the Official Catalog.

• Applied Arts - Studio Arts CPS Form

Please Note: for prospective students this form should simply serve as a guide. Once you have matriculated (enrolled), you will receive personalized degree planning advice from your Academic Counselor.