Studio Art BFA Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Studio Art. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BFA in Studio Art
Credits for Major in Studio Art
General Education Credits Required for a BFA in Studio Art
First Year
| Course | Credits | 
|---|---|
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement  | 
4 credits | 
| ART 0104-101/126¹ Select 1 course from above BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| ART 0104-105  Drawing I BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| ART 0104-190² Intro Art Seminar BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Information Literacy Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| 16 credits | 
¹101-Fundamentals of 2D design; 126-3D Design
²Also offered in the spring semester
| Course | Credits | 
|---|---|
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| ART 0104-101/126¹ Select 1 course from above BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| ART 0104-106 Drawing II BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Quant Reasoning Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement  | 
3-4 credits | 
| 15-16 credits | 
¹101-Fundamentals of 2D design; 126-3D Design
- If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council
 - Join Arts Empowered Adelphi! Explore them here and visit a few of their meetings to see how they give back and heal the community.
 - Welcome to Adelphi! Attend Welcome Weekend events to learn more about your new home and the vast opportunties available to you.
 - Engage in campus events and programs. Log on to Handshake and start developing your profile. Visit your professors during office hours to ask for help when you are struggling with a concept.
 
Second Year
| Course | Credits | 
|---|---|
| ARH 0111-196 Art & The World I BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| ART 0104-241/117³ Select 1 course from above BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| ART 0104-275/256⁴ Select 1 course from above BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Quant Reasoning Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement  | 
3-4 credits | 
| 15-16 credits | 
³241-Intro Digital Imaging; 117- Printmaking I
⁴275-Color:Theory & Practice; 256- Intro Photography
| Course | Credits | 
|---|---|
| ARH 0111-197 Art & The World II BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| ART 0104-241/117³ Select 1 course from above BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| ART 0104-275/256⁴ Select 1 course from above BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Social Science Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement  | 
3-4 credits | 
| 15 credirs | 
³241-Intro Digital Imaging; 117- Printmaking I
⁴275-Color:Theory & Practice; 256- Intro Photography
- If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
 - Join a Greek Life or Social Fellowship organization! Learn how you can find your home here.
 - Participate in a CORE and Safe Zone Training.
 - Participate in mock interviews and attend career workshops. Attend a conference. Start writing your resume.
 
Third Year
| Course | Credits | 
|---|---|
| ARH 0111-252 Modern Art BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Studio Electives¹ Sculpture I/Painting I BFA Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Art History Elective Select 1 course BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: WrittenGeneral Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Math, Computing & Logic Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement  | 
3-4 credits | 
| 15-16 credits | 
¹Suggested optional studio electives.
| Course | Credits | 
|---|---|
| AIE 0111-253 Contemporary Art BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| ART 0104-353 Art Criticism Today & Its Issues BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Studio Electives¹ Sculpture I/Painting I BFA Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: OralGeneral Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Social Science Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| 15 credits | 
¹Suggested optional studio electives.
- If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
 - Apply to be a Peer Assistant Leader (PAL) or FCAP leader!
 - Time to take a bigger role! Run for an executive board position in an organization you are apart of.
 - Get involved! Join the Arts Empower Adelphi organization and/or the Artivism Club.
 
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits | 
|---|---|
| ART 0104-401 Senior Thesis Project I BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Studio Electives Select 1 course BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Studio Electives Select 1 course BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Studio Electives Select 1 course BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| General Elective | 3 credits | 
| 15 credits | 
| Course | Credits | 
|---|---|
| ART 0104-402 Senior Thesis II BFA Studio Art Recommendation  | 
3 credits | 
| Studio Electives  Strategies for Emerging Artists BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| Studio Electives Select 1 Course BFA Studio Art Requirement  | 
3 credits | 
| General Elective | 3 credits | 
| General Elective | 3 credits | 
| 15 credits | 
- If you have lived on campus, apply for the National Residence Hall Honorary
 - Attend the Spring Concert! Celebrate the end of your spring semester with our featured artist!
 - You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
 - Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.
 
Top Job Titles
- Artist
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 - Illustrator
 - Painter
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 - Jewelry Designer
 - Textile Designer
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 - Conservator/Restorer