Art History, Theory, and Criticism Minor

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About the Program

Students in the Art History, Theory, and Criticism minor study art and visual culture from a variety of cultures and time periods. Students gain research and critical thinking skills as well as learn to do close visual analysis, which are all useful in a variety of career applications and creative industries. The Department of Art and MSU Denver are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.

Art History, Theory, and Criticism is a distinct academic discipline from Art or Communication Design, although all reside within the Department of Art and share common foundational requirements.

Program Requirements

This minor is a total of 24 credits.
A grade of “C-” or better is required in each required course before progressing to subsequent courses. Students should note that programs differ in the minimum grade required.
A minimum of nine upper division art history hours is required.

Required Courses: 12 credits

ARTH 1600 - Art of the Ancient World Credits: 3
ARTH 1700 - Art of the Medieval and Early Modern World Credits: 3
ARTH 1800 - Art of the Modern and Contemporary World Credits: 3
ARTH 2600 - Reading and Writing Visual Culture Credits: 3
OR
ARTH 4480 - Art Theory and Criticism Credits: 3

Elective Courses: 12 credits

Select 12 credits of art history (ARTH) electives.

Summary of Requirements

Required Courses	12 credits
Elective Courses	12 credits
Total for the Art History, Theory, and Criticism Minor	24 credits