Prerequisites
Prerequisites may be satisfied through appropriate coursework or equivalent knowledge demonstrated by examination. The following prerequisites are minimal and can be satisfied in Azusa Pacific University’s classes or other transferrable classes:
- Students must demonstrate reading level equivalency in French or complete ART 560 Reading and Translating French.
Course Requirements
A minimum of 36 semester units are required to complete this program. All units of credit offered at Azusa Pacific University are semester units.
| Modern Art History, Theory, and Criticism, M.A. (online) Requirements | 36 units | |
|---|---|---|
ART 550 History of 19th-Century Art, Criticism, and Theory | 3 | |
ART 555 History of 20th-Century Art, Criticism, and Theory | 3 | |
ART 565 Methodologies of Art History | 3 | |
ART 570 Theories and Practices of Abstraction | 3 | |
ART 575 Writing Art Criticism | 3 | |
ART 576 The Modern Object | 3 | |
ART 577 Visual Culture | 3 | |
ART 600 Regional Modernism | 3 | |
ART 605 Modernism and the Museum | 3 | |
ART 615 Modernism and Religion | 3 | |
ART 618 MA Thesis I: Research | 3 | |
ART 625 MA Thesis II: Writing | 3 | |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of graduate art history program does APU offer?
APU’s Modern Art History program is an online degree that focuses on modern and contemporary art.
How many units are in this program?
The program requires 36 semester units.
Is financial aid available?
Several types of financial aid, ranging from federal loans and state grants, to fellowships and scholarships, are available. Learn more about the financial aid opportunities available to you.
How often will I need to be online for this program?
You must be online sufficiently throughout each week to participate in threaded discussions and to complete all assignments by their designated deadlines. However, there is no prescribed amount of time or designated time that you will be required to be online because assignments and their deadlines will vary throughout each course.
Will I have to complete any part of my Online Master of Arts in Modern Art History program at an APU campus location?
No. You can complete your degree entirely online. No campus visits or meetings are required.
How soon can I finish this program?
This program can be completed in 24 months.
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