What Can I Do With A Major In Art ?

Introduction

The mission of the Department of Art is to provide a comprehensive instructional program in visual art that will develop professional artists, art historians/critics, art educators, and an informed public. Visual images are a powerful means of communication and we strive to set a high standard of literacy in this dominant cultural language. Central to this mission are opportunities to create original works, critically analyze artworks and images past and present, and research the history of art /culture and the contexts in which art is produced. Through these processes our students develop critical and creative thinking skills, cultivate an informed aesthetic, and obtain the ability to make judgments about artworks and images.

The Department of Art offers professional and liberal arts education in the visual arts. Our goal is to provide comprehensive and integrated instruction in studio art, to include art history and criticism. Course work in the Bachelor of Fine Arts and the Master of Fine Arts strives to render intensive professional training for students interested in a career in the field of art. Students interested in a liberal arts education with an emphasis in the visual arts are served by our Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees. Teaching Certification is offered as an option for students seeking licensure to teach in the public schools K-12.

The Department of Art offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Studio Art, (ceramics, drawing and painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture) Art History/Criticism and a Bachelor of Fine Arts with K-12 certification in Art Education, which requires additional coursework. Secondary certification in Art Education also requires additional coursework.

A Sample of Related Occupations

Related Occupations Related Occupations Related Occupations
Studio Artists Studio Technicians Illustrator
Museum and Gallery Owners Art Director Administrators
Curators Public/Private Teachers
   
 
Types of Employers
Private and Non-profit Organizations
 

Museums

Galleries

School Districts

Art Organizations

Design Companies

Electronic Entertainment

Advertising Agencies

 
Government Agencies
 

Montana Arts Council

National Endowment for the Arts

National Endowment for the Humanities

State Government Arts Agencies

Public Schools, Colleges and Universities

Related Web Links

 

Professional Associations

For additional career information, see the Occupational Outlook Handbook