May 08, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Art Major, BA


Contact specific program area faculty for review of schedules and details. It should not be assumed that a high grade point average in the major itself assures fulfilling progression requirements.

Transfer students are advised that a minimum of 20 hours in studio courses must be earned at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Students should be cautioned that art courses taken at another institution may not apply toward their major. 

No grade below C (2.0) in art courses may be applied to the Bachelor of Arts major. A minimum of 42 credit hours, 300-level or above, must be earned prior to graduation.

College Requirements


Arts and Sciences  

I. Prerequisites (15 hours)


A. Complete (grade of C or better): (9 Credit Hours)


B. Select 3 hours (grade of C or better):


C. Select 3 additional hours (grade of C or better):


II. Major Requirements


The Art Major, BA requires 33 credit hours.

A. Select 12 hours 200-level studio courses (covering three of the following four areas):


 

B. Select 15 hours 300-400 level studio courses:


 

C. Select 3 hours:


  • 300-400 level Art History courses

D. Professional Practice (3 hours)