Art History majors are required to take FA 101 Art from Prehistoric Times to the High Middle Ages with FA 103 Art History Workshop. First Year Studio Art majors are advised to select two studio courses from FS 100, FS 101, FS 102, or FS 161 and one Art History course from FA 102, FA 257, FA 258, FA 285. Back to top of document Information for Study Abroad Art History Students normally come to a Fine Arts Major in sophomore or even junior year, hoping to complete the coursework within a short period. The department tries to assist them in doing so with close supervision as well as encouragement to take several Art History courses in approved programs abroad. An extensive survey abroad would serve as a substitute.
Students are limited to one or two semesters abroad but prior to senior year.
Since our department would like to offer its own stamp on the Art History major, Fine Arts prefers that the student take no more than three courses abroad. Most often courses taken abroad are used as major electives. These courses should not be taken in senior year, since the Senior Seminar is crucial to the completion of the major. In selective programs, e.g., in Florence, the students would be allowed to take an additional course or two with the prior approval of the department. The department believes strongly that the study of Art History in a location here there are first-class museums and programs will greatly enhance the student's understanding of the works of art in context.