Other students may choose the BA in ?at Oklahoma City University?because it provides prerequisite coursework for careers or academic work outside the art discipline.
The Studio Art program requires a total of 124 credit hours of coursework: 49 credit hours of GenEd courses + 48 credit hours of Studio Art courses + 27 credit hours of electives. Required courses for the major are listed below.
The School of Visual Arts fosters growth of mind through the practice and appreciation of art-making. Studio-based classes and workshops nurture creative expression in the traditional studio arts as well as in digitally-based graphic design and film practices. At the same time, coursework in art history, film culture, and theory provide perspective for students as they develop their skills and learn to recognize and describe the impact of art in society.
SVA students are welcomed into a community of practicing artists where they gain access to a variety of specialized facilities in the Norick Art Center including studio space for printmaking, ceramics, graphic design, sculpture, and analog and digital photography. There?s also a dedicated screening room and specialized facilities for digital film production and post-production in the Dawson-Loeffler building.?
The Hulsey Gallery complements these facilities by offering dedicated space to showing varied exhibitions throughout the year, including shows that feature student and faculty work, and a series of visiting artists. In addition, SVA students are strongly encouraged to make connections in the Oklahoma City art scene through internships and group exhibitions.