Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art, Art History

Students at 成人直播 may choose to concentrate in Art History within the BFA in Art, or to complete a minor in Art History. The Art History concentration will introduce you to visual culture from a broad range of historical periods, regions, and contexts: from the ancient world to contemporary art; and from Africa to Asia.

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You鈥檒l learn how to analyze both objects and texts as historical evidence and examine all aspects of art and the art world, including techniques, makers, patrons, viewers, and collectors. Art History students are encouraged to study at least one ancient or modern language associated with your main area of interest.

Our Art History program provides marketable skills in critical thinking, in-depth research, and oral and written communication. Kennesaw State alumni have continued their studies in graduate school, or gone on to careers in museums, galleries, and teaching. A concentration or minor in Art History is also useful for students who plan to enter careers such as business, law, non-profit organizations, professional writing, or publishing. 

Program Snapshot

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Number of Credit Hours: 120 Total Hours

Time to Complete: Four-year Program

Primary Campus: Kennesaw

Program Format: Face-to-Face*

*A limited selection of courses may be available in an online or hybrid format.

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What can you do with a BFA in Art, Art History degree?

There are numerous careers for graduates with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Art History. Below are a few paths that you can pursue in your career:

  • Archaeologist
  • Archivist
  • Art Consultant
  • Art Historian
  • Art History Teacher
  • Art Manager
  • Art Framer
  • Auction Specialist
  • Author
  • Business 
  • College/University Instructor*
  • Heritage Manager
  • Gallery Manager
  • Librarian
  • Law*
  • Museum Conservator
  • Museum Curator*
  • Museum Educator/Tours
  • Publication

* May require additional advanced education

Our Other Degrees and Programs

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art:

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art is a professional degree program with concentrations in Art Education, Art History, Ceramics, Comics and Sequential Art, Graphic Communications, Illustration, Painting and Drawing, Photography and Video, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Textile and Surface Design. 

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Animation:

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Animation prepares students for careers in animation and animation-related industries, or graduate school with a rigorous program in digital animation. This degree focuses on intensive work in digital animation supported by a program of general studies. 

Minor in Art History

Minor in Classical Studies