May 04, 2024  
Spring 2023 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
Spring 2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Studio, BFA


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The 75 credit hour Studio major engages with Two-Dimensional and Three-Dimensional disciplines: ceramics, drawing/painting, glass, jewelry/metals, photography, printmaking and sculpture. The association of multiple studio environments to earn the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree reflects contemporary art practices and affords students the opportunity to experience a variety of studios while supporting students who wish to focus in one area. The required course work offers a selection of five core courses from the seven areas, followed by seven electives at the intermediate and advanced level and three capstone courses. Four required courses in Art History contextualize the various studio experiences. Students are also encouraged to enroll in Digital Arts, Graphic Design or additional Studio courses as they consider options for the four remaining electives required for the Bachelor of Fine Arts Studio Degree.

Learning Outcomes for the Studio BFA Degree:

BFA graduates from the Studio Division of the BGSU School of Art will:

  • Apply studio and scholarly skills, both technically and discursively, at a level to be competitive in their chosen field
  • Demonstrate breadth and complexity of thought through creative problem solving in the studio, involving art historical and contemporary solutions
  • Reflect on and communicate ideas and concepts coherently and convincingly
  • Engage with community activities, projects and exhibitions where art practices are central to content and expression
  • Invest in the practice of professional attitudes and behavior

BG Perspective (BGP) Requirements


Must complete at least 1 course in each of the following:

   English Composition and Oral Communication
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   Quantitative Literacy
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Must Complete at least 2 courses in each of the following:

   Humanities and the Arts
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   _____________________________    ________    

   Natural Sciences - at least one Lab Science required
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   _____________________________    ________                                                                                      

   Social and Behavioral Sciences
   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________                                                                        

Complete total required BGP credit hours by selecting courses from any of the above categories:

   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________                                                                                    

University Requirements

Designated courses in Humanities and the Arts and the Social and Behavioral Sciences domains may be used to fulfill both the BGP requirement and one of the following university requirements:

Cultural Diversity in the US    ____________
International Perspective       ____________

Composition Requirement:
WRIT 1120                              

Total BGP Credits: Must be at least 36                      

Arts & Sciences Requirements


Foreign Language (_____ yrs of HS_______)

   ________1010_________________    ________ 
​   ________1020_________________    ________ 

Lab Science  

   _____________________________    ________ 

Multidisciplinary Component

Select from approved offerings, in consultation with an advisor and a faculty mentor. Four courses total, each with a different subject prefix. At least two courses at 3000/4000 level. Courses applied to the Arts & Sciences MDC may not be used to fulfill other Arts and Sciences degree requirements, nor may they be used to fulfill major, minor, BGP or other program requirements.   
   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________ 
   _____________________________    ________ 
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Major Requirements


Studio Core


(6 Courses)

Advanced Studios


(7 Courses)

Choose Seven Courses


*Repeatable up to 6 hours.
†Repeatable up to 9 hours
**Repeatable without restriction.
Each semester some but not all selections will be offered.

Art Electives


(3 Courses)

Choose three additional courses from ARTS, ARTC, ARTD or ART courses that are not already being used to fulfill Studio Core or Advanced Studios as listed on page two. At least one course must be at the 3000- or 4000-level. 

Studio Capstone


(3 Courses)

Art History


(4 Courses)

Choose Any Two 3000- or 4000-Level ARTH Courses


Optional Additional Art, Artc, Artd, Arte, Arth, Arts Courses To Reach A Minimum Of 75 Credit Hours In Major Requirements.


Total Hours: 75


Additional Art Electives


For Graduation You Will Need:


  1. 122 credit hours minimum.
  2. Minimum GPA 2.00.
  3. At least 30 credit hours of BGSU course work.
  4. 40 credit hours at the 3000/4000 level.
  5. Completion of all degree requirements, including the BG Perspective Core.
  6. A major, and if required, a minor, specialization or emphasis.

Any substitution or waiver of courses required for your major or minor program must originate in the department/school offering the major or minor and must be approved by the College Office.

To ensure a timely graduation, see a College Advisor during the semester prior to your intended graduation.

Remember to complete an Application for Graduation by the end of the second week of classes during the fall semester or spring regular session, or by the end of the first week of the summer semester. For the specific dates, check your DARS. You may log onto MyBGSU to complete the online application. After the deadlines, you will need to complete an application in person in the College Office.

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