The Bachelor of Visual and Performing Arts (BA) program helps students develop the skills necessary to become practicing artists by creating an environment that nurtures creativity and intellectual curiosity, while preparing them to contribute to society as artists, citizens, and innovators. The Bachelor of Visual and Performing Arts (BA) program is offered online via distance learning. After evaluating both academic record and life experience, (CSUNY) staff working in conjunction with Faculty and Academic Advisors will assist students in setting up a custom-made program, designed on an individual basis. This flexibility to meet student needs is seldom found in other distance learning programs. Our online program does not require all students to take the same subjects/courses, use the same books, or learning materials. Instead, the online Bachelor of Visual and Performing Arts (BA) curriculum is designed individually by the student and academic advisor. It specifically addresses strengths and weaknesses with respect to market opportunities in the student’s major and intended field of work. Understanding that industry and geographic factors should influence the content of the curriculum instead of a standardized one-fits-all design is the hallmark of (CSUNY)’s unique approach to adult education. This philosophy addresses the dynamic and constantly changing environment of working professionals by helping adult students in reaching their professional and personal goals within the scope of the degree program.
Important: Below is an example of the topics or areas you may develop and work on during your studies. By no means is it a complete or required list as (CSUNY) programs do not follow a standardized curriculum. It is meant solely as a reference point and example. Want to learn more about the curriculum design at (CSUNY)? (Course and Curriculum)
Core Courses and Topics in Visual and Performing Arts:
Digital Arts
Video
Multimedia
Multimedia Design
Graphic Information Design
Painting
Printmaking
Photography
Sculpture
Drawing
Graphic Information Design
Music’s of the World
Cultural Anthropology
Western Art
Aesthetics
Writing for Artists
Orientation Courses:
Communication & Investigation (Comprehensive Resume)
Organization Theory (Portfolio)
Experiential Learning (Autobiography)
Seminar Administrative Development (Book Summary)
Seminar Cultural Development (Practical Experience)
Seminar International Development (Publications)
Research Project in Visual and Performing Arts:
Bachelor Thesis Project
MBM300 Thesis Proposal
MBM302 Bachelor Thesis (5,000 words)
Publication: Each Bachelor ofVisual and Performing Arts graduate is encouraged to publish their research papers either online in the public domain or through professional journals and periodicals worldwide.
Professional Associations
A-N Artists Information Company
Association of British Orchestras (ABO)
Resources and Tools
Performing Arts Journal
ISC website
