About the Program

Imagine. That is where the journey of many artists starts, and here at FDU, you will have the space and support to explore all that your imagination has to offer. The Fine Arts BA allows students to explore new techniques and materials. This major helps students refine their creativity, critical thinking, and expression through various media and formats.

The hands-on component of the major is merely the beginning: students in this major have an opportunity to study the world of art history and how art helped to shape culture. Combined, the two facets of this major prepare students to practice their craft while understanding how trends and art revolutions developed over time. 

Calling All Artists

The Fine Arts BA is designed to allow all artists to study with peers and world-renowned artists. Anyone who is curious about art, wants to gain more experience or formal training, and any art lover is welcome to apply to the program. 

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Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Technical Studio Art Production: Graduates will be able to perform the Studio Art skills required in the production of visual arts.
  • Art History: Graduates will be able to integrate historical and cultural knowledge from Art History with Studio Art practice.
  • Studio Art Language: Graduates will be able to utilize the concepts of visual language, research and development as applied to Studio Arts.
  • Writing for Studio Arts: Graduates will be able to express ideas and concepts utilizing professional Fine Art language.
  • Knowledge of Professional Practices in Studio Art: Graduates will be able to apply knowledge of professional Studio Art practices in the creation and exhibition of artworks.
  • Present Orally: Graduates will be able to express visual art concepts, principles and practices in oral form.

Professional Competencies

As a result of engaging in this major, students will gain a broad range of skills and competencies in major areas of their lives:

Procedural 

  • Gaining a broad exposure to various media and art formats
  • Perfecting artistic approaches and techniques

Communication

  • Communicating visually and verbally
  • Providing and reacting to feedback as well as critique

Critical Thinking

  • Working through constraints and limitations
  • Understanding and adapting large quantities of information

Habits of Mind

  • Working under pressure and meeting deadlines
  • Problem-solving and adapting strategies

Possible Career Paths

The world of arts careers is vast and ever-changing. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics points to several possible career paths graduates of this degree can pursue:

  • Artist/art director
  • Designer/ graphic designer
  • Interior design/fashion
  • Editor/content creator
  • Photographer
  • Technical writer/creative writer

Academic Advisor

Klemme,Michelle M.

Academic Advisor
Department: Acad Advising and Stu Supp Srv
Email: michelle_m_klemme@fdu.edu
Phone: 973-443-8579
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About the Major

The BA in Fine Arts combines includes General Education Requirements (42 credits), Major Requirements (42-45 credits), Cognate Requirements (6 credits), and Major Electives (18-18 credits). Each part of the degree is designed to ensure that you gain a broad base of knowledge that you can fine-tune through gradual specialization in an area of your choosing. 

Major Requirements (42-45 credits plus 6 cognate credits)

Studio Arts (27 credits)

Cognate Requirements – Art History (6 credits)

  • ARTH 1205: Art History: Prehistoric – Medieval (3 credits)
  • ARTH 1206: Art History: Renaissance – Today (3 credits)

Major Electives (15-18 credits)

It is suggested that electives be taken in studio arts and/or art history. See your adviser for the updated elective list.

Contact Information
Program Directors
moonelis@fdu.edu
Judy Moonelis
georgec@fdu.edu
George Cochrane