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Fine Arts

Program Outcomes

The specialization in Fine Arts focuses on developing:

  • A foundational studio practice in drawing and painting, grounded in direct observation, visual exploration, and the development of a personal artistic language

  • An understanding of art history and cultural theory within international and intercultural contexts, including the social, historical, and aesthetic dimensions of artistic production

  • The capacity for critical reflection on artistic practice through engagement with contemporary artists, exhibitions, and the cultural environment of Florence

Community and Professional Involvement

  • Engagement through cultural programming for the community alongside foundational drawing and art history

  • Community based service learning involvement alongside foundational painting and intermediate drawing

Career Opportunities

Studio assistant or art technician; junior art handler or gallery assistant; entry-level role in arts administration or community arts programming.


A.A. CURRICULUM

Additional General Education Requirements (minimum 21 credits )

English CompositionENGWR101 Fundamentals of Academic Writing and Digital Literacy
MathematicsMATFM150 Finite Mathematics
MATIC190 Introduction to Calculus
Physical and Biological SciencesDININ200 Introduction to Nutrition
Social and Behavioral SciencesFOCLW200 Food, Culture, and Lifestyle Walks
Italian LanguageITAIB101 Italian Language Beginner
HumanitiesPHIPS215 Philosophy and Science in Early Modern Italy
Total credits 61 credits