The B.F.A. specializations in art and B.A. specializations in design are professional programs. With a B.F.A. degree, students are prepared to practice as studio artists, go on to advanced study, or enter careers in their studio specializations. The B.A. in design prepares students with the intellectual, technological, and practical knowledge required in the professional world of design. With a specialization in visual communication, students are accustomed to the discipline practiced in the various fields of application for graphic design. With a specialization in product design, students are prepared to practice in the industrial field of contemporary product development.
Some specializations require portfolio review upon declaring a major.
The review will be conducted no later than upon completion of the foundation studio courses. Transfer students seeking admission from another program at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale must meet the same requirements as those seeking admission from another institution. Most prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or better before a student may advance into the next course. Students should refer to individual course descriptions for specific information. Minor A total of 21 hours is required for the minor.