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Art History and Museum Studies (Minor)

Study the rich tradition of artistic expression through time and across cultures.

The history of art is the story of humanity. A minor in Art History and Museum Studies from UND gives you a new perspective on our rich artistic traditions — and on society itself.

Program Snapshot
Program type:
Minor
Format:
On-campus
Est. time to complete:
2 years
Credit hours:
24

Why Study Art History and Museum Studies at UND?

Combine your passion for art with a deep dive into our shared cultural history. The minor in Art History and Museum Studies introduces you to art through time, with coursework ranging from the Renaissance to modern and non-Western art.

The minor in Art History and Museum Studies is an excellent complement to any major, including:

  • Business Economics
  • Communication
  • English
  • Education
  • History
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Priority Application Deadlines

FALL: Feb. 1* (freshmen) | April 15* (transfer students)

SPRING: Dec. 1

SUMMER: April 1

*academic scholarship priority deadline

Program Highlights


  • Enjoy access to a world-class art collection on campus


  • Gain experience through internships in local museums


  • Study abroad in significant cultural destinations

Outcomes

 
89K
Median annual salary for art directors*
58K
Median annual salary for high school teachers**

 

*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Art Directors
** U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: High School Teachers

An Art History and Museum Studies minor gives you skills that are valuable in any career — skills like critical thinking and the ability to synthesize information. Art History and Museum Studies minors go on to graduate study and to careers in a variety of settings, including:

  • Art education
  • Museums and galleries
  • History education
  • Higher education

Courses You Could Take

 

ART 230. Intro to Drawing. 3 Credits.

Study and application of different drawing media, methods and techniques. Appropriate art safety instruction will be included. F,S.

ART 417. History of Art: Museum Studies Practicum. 3-6 Credits.

Experience working in an art exhibition setting involving practical experience, research, a written paper and presentation. Prerequisites: ART 210 and ART 211. Repeatable to 36 credits. F,S.

ART 210. History of Art I. 3 Credits.

Introductory survey of art history from Paleolithic to Renaissance. F.

ART 211. History of Art II. 3 Credits.

Introductory survey of art history from Renaissance to present. S.

ART 480. Advanced Graphic Design. 3-6 Credits.

Study and application of abstract representation in graphic design. Design methods and genres are examined during the production of promotional material including identity and business systems and campaigns. Ability to work metaphorically with image and design will be stressed. Focus will be on layout and composition. Continuing students will focus on application of graphic design principles to environmental and three-dimensional material including packaging, showroom graphics, display and electronic media applications. Appropriate art safety instruction will be included. Repeatable. Prerequisite: ART 273. Repeatable. F,S.

ART 112. Two & Three Dimensional Design. 3 Credits.

This is a foundation studio course which introduces design principles, aesthetic considerations, and basic techniques of working as they relate to the creation of two-dimensional and three-dimensional art. Appropriate art safety instruction will be included. F,S.

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