Arts (BA in the Arts) ,BA
Administrator, Art, Designer, Entertainment Industry, arts, design your own degree
Are you passionate about the cultural industries and eager to explore the breadth of art and design practices? If so, this distinct transdisciplinary program might be right for you.
The Bachelor of Arts program in the arts is an interdisciplinary offering for you if you are passionate about the arts and design, and interested in exploring multiple arts disciplines rather than specializing in one.
You gain an understanding of the theoretical, historical and cultural forces that shape the expression of arts and design. You pursue open-ended paths to explore and develop a variety of skills suitable for advanced study in multiple areas.
The major includes a common core for all students; you may choose a focus from arts administration or entertainment design, or you may design an individualized focus that's subject to approval by the institute's standards committee and the dean's office.
- College/school:
Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First
required math course:
MAT 114 - College Mathematics
OR any math course that meets the MATH designation - Math
intensity: General
This video provides an overview of the Arts (BA in the Arts) degree program at ASU.
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Students whose program of study is in the arts have the ability to further their studies around the world. Equipped with the knowledge obtained in classes, students can explore cultural aesthetic practices while studying abroad, furthering their understanding and enhancing their portfolios.
As Arizona's population grows, numerous arts organizations are being developed to provide cultural and artistic experiences for the state's residents. These organizations need individuals who understand the impact of the arts on society and who are committed to supporting the arts. This program provides the necessary skill sets, including critical thinking, for such careers as:
- arts administrator
- arts critic
- entertainment designer
- media arts author or publisher
- museum curator or director
- public art specialist
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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1.6%
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$102,030
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4.2%
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$114,850
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1.7%
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$78,620
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2.1%
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$46,080
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4.9%
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$90,360
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-1.2%
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$55,490
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-1.6%
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$72,040
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3.2%
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$83,910
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0.8%
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$71,240
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8.7%
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$82,890
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Dean, Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
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CDS 101
herbergeradvising@asu.edu
480-965-4495
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the "New Programs" option.
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
