Post Baccalaureate Studies in Art Certificate

Program Overview

The Post Baccalaureate Studies in Art Certificate at MSSU empowers artists with bachelor's degrees to refine their practice in a studio setting. Through critique, technical exploration, and creative research, students develop their artistic vision, prepare for graduate programs, and establish their direction in various art-related pursuits. The program culminates in an exit portfolio showcasing a cohesive body of work and an artist's statement.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Post Baccalaureate Studies in Art Certificate at MSSU is tailored for artists holding a bachelor's degree who aspire to enhance their practice within an active academic environment. It fosters critique-driven discussions, technical exploration, historical and theoretical investigations, and creative research in a studio setting. Through diverse studio art media, learners delve into their interests to define their artistic vision and direction.

Objectives:

• Facilitate transitions into, within, or out of various art-related academic pursuits.
• Prepare students' portfolios for graduate programs in art.
• Guide individuals in establishing their artistic direction through studio practice.
• Expand expertise in one or more secondary media areas.
• Provide basic credentials for teaching art in higher education settings, including dual credit courses.

Program Description:

Participants engage in critique-driven discussions, technical investigation, historical and theoretical studies, and creative research within a studio setting. They explore diverse studio art medias to achieve a personal direction within their personal studio practice.

Exit Portfolio:

Students culminate their studies by producing an exit portfolio that showcases a cohesive body of creative visual research work developed during the certificate program. They also develop an artist's statement that elucidates and expands upon this body of work.

Outline:

Courses of Study:

• Current Catalog