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Bachelor of Arts in
Visual Arts

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LEVEL

Undergraduate

DEGREE

Visual Arts (BA)

COLLEGE

College of Visual and Performing Arts

LOCATION

On Campus

Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts

Do you envision a future where your passion for the arts takes center stage? At Alabama State University, you can turn that vision into reality by pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration in Graphic Design or Fine Arts or a General Art degree.  
 
At ASU, you’ll immerse yourself in creativity with access to the Tullibody Fine Arts Center, equipped with two new advanced art computer labs, along with studios for painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, and printmaking, and lecture hall for arts education and art history courses. Your education will be enriched by courses in digital photography, filmmaking, digital art, web design, sequential art, figure drawing, printmaking, mixed media, and arts education.  
 
Expand your artistic horizons through art events, workshops, and hands-on experiences. Engage with visiting artists, attend lectures, and showcase your work at the Callie Warren and Arthur Britt Fine Art Galleries. At ASU, you will gain the skills and experiences necessary to begin your journey to becoming a thriving contemporary artist or designer.

Why Earn a Degree in Visual Arts at Alabama State University?

We’ve designed a visual arts degree program that lets you tailor your educational experience to align with your professional goals. If you’re interested in the digital side of arts, you can concentrate in Graphic Design and combine traditional art and computer design courses. Are you more interested in two- and three-dimensional art forms such as painting, sculpture and photography? We offer a concentration in Fine Arts so you can master the fundamentals of traditional arts. Be prepared for a huge variety of jobs with a visual arts degree from ASU. A traditional Art B.A. “generalist degree” is also an option for people wishing to have a minor (or two) in other areas such as Business or Communication.

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Explore Visual Arts Degree Courses at ASU

As you earn your bachelor’s degree in visual arts at Alabama State University, you’ll take courses exploring the practice and history of art. You’ll not only improve your artistic skills, but also gain a larger understanding and appreciation for art as an integral part of our diverse global society. In addition to art studio classes where you’ll practice your craft, some of the most popular courses you’ll take as you earn your degree in visual arts at ASU include:

  • 2D and 3D Design
  • Graphic Design & Typography
  • Digital Photography & Basic Filmmaking
  • Ceramics & Sculpture
  • History of African American Art
Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts – Fine Arts Major Curriculum Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts – Graphic Design Major Curriculum
 

What Can You Do With a Visual Arts Degree?

If you’re like most students considering a career in fine arts, you’re probably asking, “what can you do with a visual arts degree as a professional?” Here’s the good news: The visual arts degree program at ASU is remarkably versatile. Thanks to our focus on creating a solid liberal arts foundation, you’ll become a more confident artist, speaker and leader. Many graduates of our visual arts degree program go on to prestigious graduate programs to continue honing their craft and broadening their skills. Art majors also participate in internships and exhibitions to develop their portfolios for professional opportunities.

In addition to becoming an independent artist or graphic designer, you’ll be well-prepared to pursue advanced study and/or work in these jobs with a visual arts degree:

  • Gallery or museum curator
  • Teacher
  • App/web user experience (UX) designer
  • Production artist
  • Art historian
  • Marketing specialist
  • Animator

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for fine artists is predicted to grow by 14% over the next decade, more than double the national average for all occupations.

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Why You Should Choose ASU for Your Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts

Thanks to our caring and experienced faculty, thriving visual arts community and focus on experiential learning, you’ll have the expertise and resources to excel in a broad range of jobs with a visual arts degree from Alabama State University. Your bachelor’s degree in visual arts from ASU will deliver more benefits than just higher education. Here’s more:

Hands-on experience in your field.

Gain real-world experience marketing yourself by presenting your work at departmental exhibitions and at local community art shows and festivals. The skills you master here will help you find many exciting jobs with a visual arts degree.

Experienced, student-centered faculty.

We offer exceptionally small class sizes, which means you’ll have many opportunities to work closely with award-winning faculty mentors who bring their years of experience into their classroom to help you answer that question, “what can you do with a visual arts degree?”

Close-knit visual arts degree community.

As you earn your degree in visual arts at ASU, you’ll create lasting personal and professional relationships with fellow visual arts majors, both in class and in our student-run Art Club.

Program Callouts

8:1

The student-to-faculty ratio in our visual arts degree program

75+

The visual arts degree has existed for over 20 years

3

We offer two unique visual arts degree concentrations

What Our Visual Arts Degree Alumni Say

 

“I would advise any student to pursue their passions, as that could be the determining factor between failure and success.”

Jayla Poe
’23, Visual Arts - Fine Arts Concentration

 

“Being at Alabama State was great because I found other artists that were just like me and I didn’t feel like I was the only one anymore. My experience was a great one and the Art department was very welcoming and supportive.”

Taylor Richardson
’23, Visual Arts - Graphic Design Concentration
 

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Department of Visual Arts

Here in the Department of Visual Arts, we aim to provide a high-quality educational and artistic experience that prepares our visual arts degree students to think critically and appreciate art in all its forms. Still wondering, “what can you do with a visual arts degree?” Reach out for more information about the opportunities students have to find satisfying jobs with a visual arts degree from Alabama State University.

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