Program Information
Links to individual program pages:
- Applied Design
- Art History
- Graphic Design
- Interior Architecture
- Multimedia
- Painting and Printmaking
- Sculpture
- Studio Arts (survey of areas above)
NOTE: Although the above emphases and specializations are ones listed in the catalogue as official degree distinctions, the School of Art + Design also has robust course work and facilities available in the following disciplines:
- Book Arts
- Illustration
- Photography (dark room and digital)
Degree Offerings
Each degree offering has a different focus and set of course requirements within the areas of study within the School of Art + Design. Please review them carefully below.
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A) and Master of Arts (M.A.)
There are two graduate degrees offered: the Master of Fine Arts (60 units) and the Master of Arts (30 units). The degree requirements for both the MFA and the MA can be found in the Current University Catalog.
MFA and MA Emphases Options:
- Applied Design
- Graphic Design
- Interior Architecture
- Multimedia and Photography
- Painting and Printmaking
- Sculpture
NOTE: Although the above emphases are ones listed in the catalogue as official degree distinctions, the School of Art + Design also has robust course work and facilities available in the following disciplines:
- Book Arts
- Illustration
- Photography (dark room and digital)
Degree Learning Outcomes:
Review our Curriculum Map
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in applied arts and sciences
Students who want to specialize in a specific studio discipline can do so within the ‘Bachelor of Arts in applied arts and sciences’ degree. The areas of emphasis below are available as official discipline focuses.
Undergraduate Emphasis Area Options:
NOTE: Although the above emphases are ones listed in the catalogue as official degree distinctions, the School of Art + Design also has robust coursework and facilities available in the following disciplines:
- Book Arts
- Illustration
- Photography (dark room and digital)
Specific Emphasis Area Degree Requirements:
To see course requirements for each emphasis, click on the below link to view the current Undergraduate Catalog.
Degree Learning Outcomes:
Review our Degree Learning Outcomes
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in liberal arts and sciences
Art History Emphasis
The Art History Major is only available for the Undergraduate BA degree. To learn more about the program requirements, please email us at artinfo@sdsu.edu.
Studio Arts Emphasis
The B.A. degree with emphasis in ‘Studio Arts’ is distinctly different from the other studio arts B.A. degree because it does not require focus on a specific discipline. To learn more about the program requirements, please email us at artinfo@sdsu.edu.
Degree Learning Outcomes:
Review our Degree Learning Outcomes
The Art Minor
Students can minor in the following:
- Art
- Art History
View the available minors here
The minor requirements for both the Art and Art History can be found in the SDSU Undergraduate Catalog.
The Art Education Single Subject Teaching Credential
This major may be used by students in teacher education as an undergraduate major for the B.A. degree in applied arts and sciences. In addition to the catalog course requirements, students must also pass the CSET examination to complete the degree. For more information, please download the Art Education Credential Checklist