The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art is a four-year program that prepares students for successful careers as artists. It is the professional degree for an artist and provides the foundation for the master's program in studio art. While the B.F.A. program provides students with a broad overview of the fine art areas of ceramics, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, interdisciplinary and new media art, it is designed to develop in-depth skills in one of these areas of the visual arts. The studio curriculum in the program emphasizes technical mastery, individuality, creative experimentation and prepares students for a variety of post-graduate pursuits. The curriculum also provides a thorough grounding in visual art thinking, contemporary art history and critical theory. The degree is designed for undergraduate students who want to combine intensive and innovative studio art practice with an outstanding education in the liberal arts.

Minimum Grade Requirements
A minimum grade of "C" is required in all lower division courses and upper division non-studio courses applied to the Studio Art program.

A minimum grade of "B" is required in all upper division studio courses.

The BA in Fine and Creative Arts (Art Education) prepares students to be resourceful, creative, and socially engaged artist-educators. Students develop expertise in a breadth of studio practices and depth of teaching, preparing students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive as teachers in school, museum, and community organizations. The curriculum prepares students through a variety of instruction, including studies in artistic perception; historical and cultural foundations in art; connections, relationships, and applications in art; critical art education theories and methodologies; and visual culture art education.

Minimum Grade Requirement
Courses applied toward the Subject Matter program must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher.

The Art History BA provides a full range of courses in Western and non-Western art, criticism, and visual culture from pre-history to the present and from many perspectives. Lecture/discussion classes, seminars, independent studies, fieldwork, and studio courses produce college-level visual literacy, global perspectives, art historical skills, and understanding of curatorial and art-making practices. Students focus on one of four areas of interest: Early Modern European Art, Asian Art, Art of the Americas, or Modern and Contemporary Art. The art history degree affords a broad education as well as practical preparation for a range of vocations and advanced professional studies. Students who wish to pursue advanced degrees in Art History after finishing the Bachelor of Arts will benefit from the close supervision of a mentor-professor who helps prepare them for graduate studies.

Fieldwork experiences can be arranged with the Crocker Art Museum, Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission, and other public and private art institutions and galleries in the Capital region. Opportunities to study art history abroad are available through the Office of International Programs and Global Engagement at Sacramento State and the California State University International Program. University credit can be obtained for a semester to a year of study at college and international centers in Britain, Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Minimum Grade Requirement
All lower division art history requirements and demonstrated writing proficiency as prescribed by California State University, Sacramento must be completed prior to enrollment in upper division courses. A minimum grade of “C” is required in all courses applied to the Art History concentration. Art History students are required to meet the Sacramento State Foreign Language Requirement by completing the second semester (1B) of a college-level foreign language course with a grade of C- or better (or equivalent foreign language study, as described in the current University catalog). Students who plan to pursue further graduate study in art history are encouraged to learn a foreign language relevant to their art historical interests through the second semester intermediate level (2B).

Courses in Art Education provide students with the knowledge and tools necessary to thrive as teachers in both K-12 and community settings. The Art Education program includes instruction in artistic perception; creative expression; historical and cultural foundations in art; aesthetic valuing; connections, relationships, and applications in art; visual art and education theories; and visual culture art education.

Art majors wishing to pursue a Single Subject Teaching Credential in Art in the College of Education must contact the Art Department's Credential Coordinator to have their transcripts evaluated for courses required for admission to the credential program and to have their single subject competency assessed.

Minimum Grade Requirement
Courses applied toward the Subject Matter program must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher.

The Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art is a four-year program that gives students a foundation to pursue graduate study and/or a broad range of careers in the arts. The B.A. program provides students with an overview of the fine art areas of ceramics, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, interdisciplinary and new media art. The studio curriculum of the B.A. program emphasizes breadth of experience alongside technical competence and creative experimentation. The curriculum also provides a foundation in visual art thinking, contemporary art history and critical theory through a global lens. The degree is designed for undergraduate students who want to combine broad and innovative studio art practice with an outstanding education in the liberal arts.

Minimum Grade Requirements
A minimum grade of "C" is required in all courses applied to the BA in Studio Art.

The Vietnamese / English Interpretation and Translation certificate program provides proper bilingual skills training by professional interpreters and translators. Learn about careers that employ bilingual skills and how to provide interpreting and translating services for a variety of industries including business, medical, education, government, and legal. Bilingual employment requires language proficiency in both Vietnamese and English (written and verbal), knowledge of industry terminology, technology skills for in-person and remote services, customer service skills, and an understanding of cultural and social communication. Must be fluent in Vietnamese and English to successfully complete this program.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Identify interpreter and translator career opportunities and the requirements to succeed in related careers.
✓ Demonstrate proper grammatical use of business, legal, medical,
education, and government terminology in both English and
Vietnamese interpretations and translations.
✓ Understand and identify the responsibilities of interpreters and translators related to conduct, civic duties, and code of ethics.

The Spanish / English Interpretation and Translation certificate program provides proper bilingual skills training by professional interpreters and translators. Learn about careers that employ bilingual skills and how to provide interpreting and translating services for a variety of industries including business, medical, education, government, and legal. Bilingual employment requires language proficiency in both Spanish and English(written and verbal), knowledge of industry terminology, technology skills for in-person and remote services, customer service skills, and an understanding of cultural and social communication. Must be fluent in Spanish and English to successfully complete this program.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Identify interpreter and translator career opportunities and the requirements to succeed in related careers.
✓ Demonstrate proper grammatical use of business, legal, medical,
education, and government terminology in both English and Spanish interpretations and translations.
✓ Understand and identify the responsibilities of interpreters and translators related to conduct, civic duties, and code of ethics.

The Office Management program is designed to prepare a student for employment and career advancement in a business office as an administrative professional. Course content includes business technology training, administrative office management, office procedures, job search and advancement, professional image, business writing and verbal communication skills, business math, leadership skills, and effective meetings using current business standards. This program prepares students for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exams for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook to earn industry-recognized certifications.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Demonstrate a professional business image and determine what ethical behavior means in an office situation and ways for dealing ethically with various situations.

✓ Understand employer expectations and employer/employee responsibilities in today’s workforce.

✓ Understand the importance of leadership skills, setting goals, organizational skills, and time management.

✓ Demonstrate proficiency in written and verbal communication skills appropriate for business situations.

✓ Demonstrate technology skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook for professional business documents,
spreadsheets, presentations, and personal management (email, calendars, contacts, tasks).

✓ Understand the applications of math in business, financial management, labor laws, and payroll practices.

The Microsoft Office Professional program provides technical skills training in Microsoft Office applications based on current business standards to enhance business projects, improve business communication, and increase productivity. This program prepares students for Microsoft Office Specialist certification exams including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.

Learning Outcome(s):

✓ Demonstrate technology skills using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook for professional business documents,
spreadsheets, presentations, communications, and projects.

✓ Demonstrate technical skills in integrating multiple Microsoft applications for a single business project.

✓ Demonstrate proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications properly and efficiently based on current standards.

✓ Demonstrate proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Acrobat Pro application to export, convert, edit, merge, and organize PDF documents for business.

✓ Demonstrate business technology skills using the Microsoft Windows operating system to customize the interface.

The Theatre Arts (Drama) Associate in Arts Degree is designed to prepare students to acquire basic theatrical knowledge and academic skills to either transfer to a four-year academic institution or lead to employment in the specific areas of theater production as well as related areas in television, film, theme parks, education, and management. Related career opportunities include but are not limited to actor, director, costumer, makeup designer, playwright, drama coach, set designer, scenic artist, sound designer, lighting designer, stage hand, technician, wardrobe, stage manager, production manager, and educator. This degree requires a total of 19-25.5 units.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

🗸 Analyze, interpret and evaluate dramatic literature and theatrical productions for the purpose of creating culturally responsive storytelling through the dramatic arts.

🗸 Demonstrate the ability to coordinate and implement collaborative, critical thinking, creative, and organizational skills through the theatrical production process to establish leadership, artistry, ensemble, and confidence.

🗸 Create and contribute artistically to the areas of performance, technical theatre, and production to gain experience and portfolio material.


🗸 Determine, evaluate, and articulate personal and career goals in preparation for further professional/academic training.