Art history minor supports any number of majors as students learn to look carefully, analyze information, and produce original research that clarifies why art matters. Courses provide a chronological overview of the history of world art and opportunities for obtaining real-world experience.
Program Requirements
Core
NOTE: Students who declare a major in art may choose to minor in art history; however only 50% of the art history courses selected to count toward the major in art may also count toward the minor in art history
Introduction to art history from prehistoric and ancient cultures through circa 1400 CE. Includes examination of global art and architecture (1) to understand significant historical developments in human civilizations, cultural values, and creativity and (2) to explore its relevance to us today.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-06, GE-08
- Diverse Cultures:
- Purple
Lecture-based survey of the Art and Architecture of both Western and non-Western countries from the thirteenth through twentieth centuries.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-06, GE-08
Restricted Electives
Choose 12 Credit(s).
This course analyzes relationships between art and politics from ancient times through today, exploring uses of art from persuasion to overt propaganda in visual arts and architecture. It will deal with diverse cultures, covering material from a global perspective.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-06, GE-08
Introduction to the art and architecture of the ancient era in its historical and cultural frameworks. Examination of representative works of art and major styles of ancient Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Aegean, Greek, Etruscan, and Roman cultures.
- Prerequisites:
- ART 260 or consent
Examine art and architecture made between the fourth and fourteenth centuries and as informed by the cultural and religious tradition of Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. The time period begins with the disintegration of the Roman Empire and ends with the era of monumental cathedral building across Europe, integrating sociopolitical history alongside art and architectural achievements.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Origins and development of Northern and Italian Renaissance art and architecture as an expression of historical, cultural and religious issues.
- Prerequisites:
- ART 261 or consent
Historical survey of art, architecture and urban planning in Europe and America from the late sixteenth to mid-nineteenth century: Mannerism, Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism and Romanticism.
- Prerequisites:
- ART 392, ART 406
The study of art museum history, theory and practice, including ethics, collecting, and display will be addressed. Students gain on-site experience in a museum setting and work alongside museum staff in order to develop individual and group projects.
- Prerequisites:
- ART 260, ART 261
Historical survey of art, architecture and urban planning in Europe and America from the mid-nineteenth century to the present: Realism, Impressionism, Expressionism, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism, Minimalism, Op Art, Pop Art, and Post-modern issues and trends.
- Prerequisites:
- ART 261 or consent
Historical survey of art and architecture from Islam's origins through today. Course focuses on contextualizing monuments, paintings, ceramic ware and other art forms from various regions around the world through the contemporary era.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Diverse Cultures:
- Purple
Survey of Graphic Design, Industrial Design and Architecture from historical and theoretical perspectives. Design issues examined from formal and contextual points of view, using analysis strategies that consider style, composition, historical context, functional/propagandistic significance and communicative ability.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Historical survey of the art and architecture of China, Korea, Japan, and South Asia from pre-history to the present.
- Prerequisites:
- ART 260, ART 261 or consent
- Diverse Cultures:
- Purple
Investigation of developments in sacred and secular art and architecture in various regions of the world. Modern works will be understood within their socio-historical and contemporary contexts, incorporating interdisciplinary research and analysis.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Diverse Cultures:
- Purple
Specific problems in art emphasizing both individual research and contributions to the seminar group on advanced, in-depth topics.
- Prerequisites:
- Consent
Works by global artists throughout history are examined through the lens of gender in order to develop complex, multi-perspective and intersectional awareness of topics including feminism, gender nonconformity, sexuality, identity and race.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Field experience in professional settings relating to the specialization: graphic design, museum or arts administration, etc. Pre: Jr. standing with consent of advisor and department chair.
- Prerequisites:
- Jr. standing with consent of advisor and department chair.
Advanced level pursuit of special projects of research on an independent basis. Requires contractual agreement in art office for registration.
- Prerequisites:
- Consent
Degree
Minor
Total Credits
19
Locations
Mankato
Career Cluster
Arts, Audio