History of Art and Design, MA
The graduate studies in the History of Art and Design provide students with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers as art and design historians and professionals in museums, galleries, and libraries, or to pursue graduate work at the doctoral level. Through comprehensive study of global art and design within historical and cultural contexts and intensive research and scholarship in specialized areas, students develop a critical understanding of the field as well as research and analytical skills. Graduates demonstrate excellence in independent and critical thinking and understanding of the historical roles and responsibilities of art and design. Internships at museums, libraries, nonprofit art organizations, and galleries provide opportunities for students to work in professional areas of their interests and prepare for future careers.
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| HAD-602 | Art Historical Theory and Methodology | 3 |
| History of Art and Design Elective (20th-21st Century Electives) | 3 | |
| History of Art and Design Elective (Non-Western Electives) | 3 | |
| History of Art and Design Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| History of Art and Design Elective (Ancient-Premodern)) | 3 | |
| History of Art and Design Elective (15th-17th Century) | 3 | |
| History of Art and Design Electives | 6 | |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| History of Art and Design Elective (18th-19th Century) | 3 | |
| History of Art and Design Elective | 3 | |
| Elective Credits | 3 | |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| HAD-605 | Thesis | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 36 | |