Degree in Art

The art program at California State University Channel Islands focuses on interdisciplinary studies in the visual arts and related media, emphasizing an innovative approach to artistic process and problem solving. The integration of traditional media with emerging digital technologies in graphic design, multimedia, fine art, art history and interdisciplinary studies focus on developing a solid foundation leading to advanced work in art media and theory.

Two-Dimensional Media

Painting and Drawing

Illustration

Mixed Media

Communication Design Technology

Graphic Design

Web Design

Interactive Multimedia

Art History

History of Art

Museum Studies

Interdisciplinary Topics

Three-Dimensional Media

Sculpture

Ceramics

Installation and New Genres

Digital Art & Time-Based Media

Digital Photography

Motion Graphics and Visual Effects

Animation and 3D Computer Animation

Digital Filmmaking and Video Art

Digital Illustration and Painting

Video Game Production

To graduate, students must complete 120 units minimum (40 units must be upper division) including all General Education (GE) and Graduation Requirements .  The following areas must be included:

Additional lower division A-E GE requirements not met within the major

Nine units of Upper Division Interdisciplinary GE (UDIGE), courses numbered 330-349 or 430-449. Six units may be within the major, 3 units must be outside the major (C or better grades)

Multicultural Requirement (C or better grade)

Language Requirement (C or better grade)

American Institutions Requirement

Free electives as needed to meet minimum units for graduation