Fine Arts, B.F.A with Graphic Design Emphasis, Four-Year Plan

Below is a sample degree plan that can be used as a guide to identify courses required to fulfill the major and other requirements needed for degree completion. The following is only an example and represents a possible course sequence for first-year students entering UW-Platteville in the fall term.  The major requirements do not add up to the 120 credits needed for graduation.  See your advisor for additional guidance.  A student's actual degree plan may differ depending on the course of study selected (emphasis, second major, minor, etc.), placement scores, and incoming credits (transfer, AP, etc.).  Students should consult their program advisor(s) to ensure that they have the most accurate and up-to-date information available about a particular four-year degree option.

This sample plan assumes readiness for each course and/or major plan.  Some courses may not be offered every term.  All courses may not be available at all campuses and/or in all formats.

Students should use the Academic Advisement Report (AAR) in PASS and work closely with their advisor(s) to ensure completion of all requirements in a timely manner.

Year 1
First SemesterCredits
ART 14203
ART 10103
ART 14103
ENGLISH 11303
POLISCI 12303
SPEECH 10603
World Language General Education Course1 
 18
Total Credits: 18
Year 1
Second SemesterCredits
ART 15203
ART 23103
ART 24103
ENGLISH 12303
PSYCHLGY 11303
Math General Education Course23
 18
Total Credits: 18
Year 2
First SemesterCredits
ART 27103
ART 22403
ART 21403
ART 17403
HISTORY 20203
HHP 10001
 16
Total Credits: 16
Year 2
Second SemesterCredits
ART 27403
ART 30503
ART 22103
Minor Course or 3-D Studio Elective3
GEOGRPHY 10404
Pass Sophomore Art Portfolio Review 
 16
Total Credits: 16
Year 3
First SemesterCredits
ART 39103
ART Elective (3000-level or above)3
HHP 1XXX (Physical Activity)1
ENGLISH 13303
Minor Course or Advanced Drawing/Painting3
ART 2220 (or Minor Course)3
 16
Total Credits: 16
Year 3
Second SemesterCredits
ART 40303
ART 42303
ART 3320 (or Minor Course)3
Minor Course or MEDIA/ART Elective3
Humanities or Historical Perspectives General Education Course (2000-level or above)3
 15
Total Credits: 15
Year 4
First SemesterCredits
Minor Course or 3-D ART Elective3
ART 35303
ART 33103
Ethnic Studies/Gender Studies General Education Course3
 12
Total Credits: 12
Year 4
Second SemesterCredits
ART 37403
ART 49501
Minor Course or MEDIA/ART Elective3
ART Electives (3000-level or above)6
 13
Total Credits: 13
1

If needed.

2

MATH 1830 or MATH 1720 are recommended.