The BA Art Education degree at Concordia University Chicago (CUC) is designed for aspiring educators passionate about fostering creativity and visual literacy in students. You will gain a strong foundation in art history, studio practices, and pedagogical theories essential for effective art instruction. This program prepares you to address the diverse needs of learners and to advocate for the importance of the arts within educational settings. Concordia University Chicago offers a rich learning environment to develop your skills as a confident and capable art educator.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelor of Arts program spans four years, immersing you in a comprehensive curriculum. You will engage in foundational studio courses like Two-Dimensional and Three-Dimensional Basic Studio, alongside drawing and figure drawing electives. The program includes essential art history surveys and culminates in ART-4700: Professional Strategies for the Visual Artist. You will gain practical experience through field placements and a rigorous 16-week student teaching internship, preparing you for a career as a certified art teacher in K-12 schools.