Also in close proximity is The Carnegie, with its museum and library providing access for research and study. Credit by exam is generally not available. Students who earn a 3.50 QPA in the major and an overall 3.25 QPA receive departmental honors. Seniors are expected to exhibit their work in University of Pittsburgh Art Gallery. In addition to required courses, focus in a particular medium is possible through directed study.
Internships are also available in art-related fields.
Majors may take special workshops and courses when offered, but only if they have fulfilled the prerequisites, or by departmental permission. The department recommends that a student take no more than two studio arts courses in one term. A related area in studio arts requires 12 credits. Nonmajors may take special workshops and advanced courses when offered, but only if they have fulfilled the prerequisites, or by departmental permission.