Bachelor of Arts in Art History
A Bachelor of Arts (BA) is Art with a concentration in Art History is available online. Undergraduate students and working professionals prepare for careers in traditional art history fields, like:
- curation
- collections management
- archives
- art auction houses
- art appraisal
- preservation
- arts administration
Career Opportunities
This is also solid preparation for entry into a variety of graduate and professional schools, including art history, museum science, historic preservation, art restoration, law and architecture.
Through the study of art history, you will develop transferable skills in visual literacy and observation; creative and critical thinking; research and writing, as well as refine your public speaking and problem-solving skills.
Online Program
The coursework for the online degree is the same as the traditional, in-person degree. Online students receive the same high-quality instruction as on-campus learners with the flexibility to schedule around their work and family lives. They also have the same access to art history faculty and advisors for academic and professional consultation.
There are very few online programs available for a BA in art history, and South’s is one of the most economical. In our online curriculum, you will learn to build well-supported arguments and how to communicate ideas to a variety of audiences through engaging online coursework and original research projects.
Online Benefits
Some of the benefits of an online program include flexibility for completing coursework, lower financial obligations, and the ability to remain in your current position while earning your degree, which opens up opportunities for career advancement, changing fields and gaining new skills. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts a 9% job growth for museum workers, curators and archivists between 2018 and 2028.
Contact
For more information, contact Dr. Elizabeth Rivenbark: erivenbark@southalabama.edu