Art History
Associate in Arts
Program Details
Art History involves the analysis of form, historical context, and meaning in visual images from prehistory to today. Because humans make images to communicate the breadth and depth of the human experience, art historical inquiry can lead to a consideration of widely varied subjects, including cultural, ethnic, social, religious, economic, and political topics, in addition to artistic and aesthetic ones. The Art History AA serves students seeking to enrich their cultural backgrounds, solidify their knowledge of history, develop analytical and writing skills, sharpen critical sensibilities, and prepare for opportunities in museums, galleries, historical societies, and more. The Art History major is particularly well-suited to those students considering themselves to be visual learners.
Art History Pathways
Pathways listed below are for the catalog year 2025-2026. Maps for previous years are available on each pathway page. What is a catalog year?
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.
- Acquire a critical understanding of art in historical eras that accounts for changing cultural frameworks over time.
- Develop the ability to interpret artistic content through the analysis of subject matter and form.