International Art Studies
International Art Studies
Certificate
20 hours
This program offered by Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts/
Department of Art, Design, and Art History
The International Art Studies certificate integrates focused studies
at a Webster University campus with art study abroad. The
combination of course work and cultural immersion enables
students to gain a deeper understanding of the international
nature of contemporary art. The intensity of this study may enrich
and broaden the students' global perspectives.
For information on general requirements for the certificate, see
Certificate Program Policies and Procedures.
Requirements
Study Abroad Courses:
Students must take at least 6 credit hours at a Webster University
campus located in a different country than their home campus
Art History Courses—8 credit hours including:
Certificates
• ARHS 2000 Art Forum (1 hours)
• Two ARHS 3000-level courses (6 hours)
• ARHS 4810 International Art Capstone (1 hours)
Language Courses:
• Two 1000-level foreign language courses or proficiency in
language other than student’s native language (6 hours)
Note: Students who meet this requirement by demonstrating
language proficiency must take 6 credit hours through substituted
courses approved by the department.
Two courses chosen from the following:
• INTL 1500 The World System since 1500 (3 hours)
• ISTL 2550 Topics in International Studies (with appropriate
topic) (3 hours)
• ANTH 2000 Issues in Contemporary Anthropology (with
appropriate topic) (3 hours)
Webster University 2016-2017 Undergraduate Studies Catalog DRAFT
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