OUR CURRICULUM

The Art Department curriculum at NGU is designed to produce artists who employ a high level of integrity and responsibility in relation to their artistic freedom. This awareness stems from the primary acknowledgement that art is a visual language. As such, the coursework is geared to help foster an understanding of how to use art to express ideas spanning the critical, philosophical, or poetic scope.

As you continue through the program, you will be guided to develop as an artist in three main areas:

Foundational - Applying composition, rendering, and historical knowledge

Technical - Acquiring intermediate and advanced skills, especially as related to your chosen area of emphasis

Conceptual - Studying syntactical strategies and practicing your command of the curriculum to create work that serves the purpose of self-expression

Purpose Statement

The mission of the NGU Art Department is to prepare students for the professional practice of art while enriching the cultural experiences of the university's general student body. Included is the desire to develop artists who uphold Christian values and possess the knowledge, skills and behavior that foster competence in the field.

The goals of the Art Department at North Greenville University are:
- To provide the student with the basic information in the field of visual art.
- To acquaint the student with rudimentary knowledge of art in preparation for graduate school to obtain graduate level degrees in art.
- To assist students in developing cognitive skills in order to be successful artists in their professional fields or in graduate school.
- To install in the student a strong work ethic which is vital for success in the student's professional field.

- To train the student to be a vital, contributing member of the local and campus communities.

Foundational Skills and Admittance into the Art Program

Admission to North Greenville University does not guarantee admission into the BA in Studio Art degree program. Students who wish to enter the BA in Studio Art degree program must first take the following foundational courses:
ARTS 1310 Drawing I
ARTS 1320 Drawing Il
ARTS 1330 Design I
ARTS 1340 Design Il
ARTS 1360 Digital Imagery

ARTS 1361 Digital Photography
ARTS 2310 Art History I
ARTS 2320 Art History Il

Students who have taken the previously listed courses and have earned a "C" or better are eligible to take part in the Sophomore Review. Students must pass the Sophomore Review before being admitted into the BA in Studio Art degree program. If a student fails to complete the Sophomore Review then they may continue to take 2000 level, general education and supporting courses but they will need to repeat the Sophomore Review the following fall or spring semester. Students will not be allowed to enter into 3000 and 4000 level art courses until they have successfully completed the Sophomore Review process.

Our Courses

The Bachelor of Arts degree at North Greenville University is composed of 112 credit hours with the following breakdown:
1. General Education: 60 hours
2. Major Requirements: 28 hours
3. Art Electives: 24 hours

In order to be accepted into the studio art program you must pass a Sophomore Review. Studio arts students must choose a concentration: Ceramics, Graphic Design, Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, or Sculpture. In order to graduate you must complete all required classes and also pass a Senior Review. Read below to learn about available classes or view a full listing:

Major Course Requirements
ARTS 1310 Drawing I
ARTS 1320 Drawing Il
ARTS 1330 Design I
ARTS 1340 Design Il
ARTS 1360 Digital Imagery

ARTS 1361 Digital Photography
ARTS 2310 Art History I
ARTS 2320 Art History Il
ARTS 3300 Contemporary Art History
ARTS 4190 Art Seminar
ARTS 4370 Exhibition and Portfolio Procedures

Art Electives
ARTS 2340 Ceramics I
ARTS 3330 Ceramics Il
ARTS 4340 Ceramics IlI
ARTS 3390 Graphic Design I
ARTS 4310 Graphic Design Il
ARTS 2390 Typography
ARTS 4330 Drawing Ill
ARTS 2360 Painting I
ARTS 3310 Painting Il
ARTS 4350 Painting Ill
ARTS 2330 Photography I
ARTS 3370 Photography Il
ARTS 4360 Photography Ill
ARTS 2350 Printmaking I
ARTS 3360 Printmaking Il
ARTS 4380 Printmaking Ill
ARTS 2300 Sculpture I
ARTS 3380 Sculpture Il
ARTS 4390 Sculpture Ill