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37 courses with the subject ART, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

ART 100Art Appreciation (GE)3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 101First Year Experience0

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 0
Credits (max): 0
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: For art majors only - All incoming art students (both First Years and Transfers) Introduction of first-year students to the Department of Art, its faculty, and its programs. The course will feature presentations from faculty members, professional guests, and student leaders; cover programmatic expectations and opportunities; use creative and critical exercises; and sponsor field trips to regional museums. The course will offer a blend of lecture, studio, and experiential learning.

ART 201Professional Writing in and About Art (WI)3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Open to all art majors. The focus will be on the various types of writing that emerging artists engage in as part of their careers; variations in assignments will reflect different practice goals and concentrations. Cornerstone WI

ART 202Ethical Inquiry in the Visual Arts and Museums (WI) (GE)3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: CORE 201 or its equivalent. T his class provides a focus on ethical theories and methods of ethical reasoning and their application to ethical dilemmas in art and museums. It also provides further development of skills used in the development, analysis, and evaluation of written and oral arguments and the development of skills used in group work. REAL Area L Cornerstone WI

ART 215Art History Survey: Prehistory to Gothic (GE)3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 216Art History Survey: Renaissance to Contemporary (GE)3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 366Art History Travel Study3-6

(3-6) An academic course involving domestic and/or international travel. Students will participate in the discussion of works of art and architecture. One of the goals of the course is to allow students to understand better and relate to another culture by experiencing it firsthand.

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Repeatable: May be taken again for credit with different topics or areas of study.
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 429History of Graphic Design (WI)3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: ARTG 280 and ARTG 281 or permission of instructor. A one-semester survey of key points in the historical development of the graphic design field. REAL Area A Cornerstone WI

ART 437Technology, Art, and Vision3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 488Final Honors Project3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, major in art, senior standing at beginning of semester in which project is to be completed, a minimum 3.5 GPA overall and in art. This project and the topic to be explored will be determined by the student, the faculty member with whom the student works and the student’s major program area. (Honors project may be a written or performance-based project.) In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final project.

ART 492Museum Practicum3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: ARTH 401 with a “C” or better. Academic knowledge with hands-on field experience in an on-campus museum facility and to put into practice knowledge and theories essential for competency in museum work.

ART 493Museum Internship3-6

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Repeatable: May be repeated for credit.
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: ARTH 401 . Integrates academic knowledge with hands-on field experience in an off-campus museum facility and puts into practice knowledge and theories essential for competency in museum work.

ART 494Internship3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Junior standing, 3.0 GPA in concentration, and permission of instructor. In close collaboration with a supervising professor the student will arrange outside employment working in their field concentration, such as Graphic Design or Jewelry. By working in an actual job situation, the student will gain valuable real world experience, portfolio work, and possible future job contacts.

ART 498Independent Studies1-6

(1-6) See “Independent Study.” For descriptions of graduate art courses, please consult the Radford University Graduate Catalog.

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 500Intro to Graduate Studio3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 522Ancient Art3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 524Medieval Art3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 527Special Topics in Art History3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Repeatable: May be taken again for credit.
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 528Twentieth Century Art3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 529The History of Graphic Design3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in Art or permission of instructor. A one semester survey of the key points in the historical development of the graphic design field.

ART 550International Art History I3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in MFA, either Studio Art or Design Thinking. Cross-Listed: DSN 550 Students will investigate key moments and movements in contemporary art and design. The first of two online art history courses in the MFA core, this course will focus on contemporary practices in the Europe and North America.

ART 551History of Photographic Media and Camera Arts3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 555International Art History II3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in MFA, either Studio Art or Design Thinking; DSN 550 . Cross-Listed: DSN 555 . Students will investigate key moments and movements in contemporary art and design. The first of two online art history courses in the MFA core, this course will focus on contemporary practices from around the globe.

ART 562Renaissance Art3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 582Baroque and Rococo Art3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 594Art Museum Education3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 600Graduate Studio Experimentation3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Repeatable: May be taken again for credit.
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 601Seminar in Art History3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Repeatable: May be taken again for credit.
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Graduate status and 12 hours of art history at the undergraduate level or approval of the instructor. Study and critical interpretation of a period/movement in art history with particular emphasis on contemporary social, political and technological influences.

ART 605Graduate Concept Lab3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Repeatable: May be taken again for credit.
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 610Graduate Research Seminar3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Repeatable: May be taken again for credit.
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 611Writing as an Artist3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: MFA status. In this course, students will practice writing about their art, applying for grants, and crafting criticism. Students will receive preparation for writing a thesis, including researching, organizing, and formatting.

ART 615Critique and Colloquium1

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 1
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Repeatable: May be taken again for credit.
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 666Graduate Art History Travel6

(6) On-site art history course designed around actual works of art and architecture found in museums and historical sites in the countries visited.

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 6
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

ART 694Internship

Variable credit, (3-6)

Subject: ART
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Graduate level standing and permission of instructor. In close collaboration with a supervising professor the student will arrange outside employment working in their field concentration, such as Graphic Design or Jewelry. By working in an actual job situation, the student will gain valuable real world experience, portfolio work and possible future job contacts.

ART 698Directed Study

Variable credit, (1-4)

Subject: ART
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Approval of the advisor, department chair and Directed Study form submitted to the Graduate College. Hours and credit to be arranged. See Directed Study .

ART 699Thesis and Exhibition1-6

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 6
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu
Prerequisite: Prior to enrollment, student must submit and receive approval from committee members and Dean of the Graduate College on their thesis proposal. This course allow students to work on their written thesis and exhibition. Hours and credits to be arranged with the approval of the chair of the student’s thesis committee and the Dean of the Graduate College.

ART 702Professional Practices as an Artist3

Subject: ART
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Catalog: 2026-2027 University Academic Catalog
Source: catalog.radford.edu

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