Undergraduate programs Undergraduate programs embrace a wide range of disciplines and are designed to challenge students to perform at a high level, preparing them for professional careers. A well-rounded curriculum provides students with core courses in foundation studies and general education leading to focused major programs emphasizing development of academic knowledge, technical and analytical skills, aesthetic sensibility, and the ability to express ideas visually and verbally. Bachelor of Arts degree The Bachelor of Arts degree program is a four-year course of study requiring 180 quarter credit hours (equivalent to 120 semester credit hours). The Bachelor of Arts degree begins with foundation studies coursework and a comprehensive general education curriculum that focuses on the humanities/ fine arts, natural sciences/mathematics, social/behavioral sciences, written and oral communication, and computer literacy, which provide a breadth of knowledge for lifelong learning. Students then complete a series of courses in an area of concentration to develop knowledge and skill in a particular discipline. Students are also required to take several free electives to broaden their experience and interests.
SCAD Core The SCAD Core of foundation studies and general education courses is designed to provide undergraduate students with the essential skills necessary for success at SCAD. Foundation studies provide students with a studio foundation that builds visual, conceptual and creative abilities essential to their development as professionals. General education courses in liberal arts are designed to develop students as critical thinkers by providing an intellectual foundation and breadth of knowledge for lifelong learning. Students should complete SCAD Core coursework within their first 90 hours of study. The organization of these courses into a two-year sequence allows students to complete necessary prerequisites for future study and prepares them for the work of the major. The SCAD Core may consist of a combination of the following courses or other courses that fall within the areas of foundation studies and general education. Students should consult their faculty or staff adviser for specific course requirements and sequencing.
General education courses ARTH 100 Survey of Western Art I ARTH 110 Survey of Western Art II CMPA 100 Survey of Computer Art Applications  -ORCMPA 110 Advanced Survey of Computer Art Applications COMM 105 Speaking of Ideas ENGL 123 Composition Mathematics/natural sciences (choose one of the following):
ANAT ASTR BIOL MATH MATH MATH MATH MATH MATH PHYS
100 General Anatomy 101 Introduction to Astronomy 100 Environmental Science 100 College Mathematics* 101 Intermediate Mathematics* 110 Evidence and Inference: The Power of Statistics* 140 The Geometry of Physical Space* 160 Contemporary Mathematics in Real-world Phenomena* 201 Applied Mathematics* 201 Applied Physics
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Social/behavioral sciences (choose one of the following):
ANTH 101 Introduction to Anthropology BUSI 180 Introduction to Economics BUSI 250 Macroeconomics COMM 205 Intercultural Communication POLS 100 Politics in America: Freedom, Equality and Power POLS 110 Ideology and Controversy in American Life: Left, Right and Wrong POLS 120 Global Political Issues: From Genocide to Globalization PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology PSYC 126 A Psychology of Self PSYC 260 Creative Thinking Theories and Processes PSYC 280 Psychology of Group Processes Students should consult with their faculty or staff adviser when selecting or registering for any general education or elective course to ensure that the course meets the requirements of the program. Students must meet prerequisites in order to register in any course.
Undergraduate certificate SCAD offers an undergraduate certificate program in digital publishing, which can be earned in combination with any undergraduate degree, except the B.F.A. in graphic design, the B.A. in visual communication with a concentration in graphic design or the graphic design minor. Current students may pursue the certificate by contacting their staff adviser. Degree-seeking students must complete certificate coursework prior to or within the final quarter of registration in degree coursework. New students may apply for admission to a certificate program by following the undergraduate admission requirements.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts degree The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program is a four-year course of study requiring 180 quarter credit hours (equivalent to 120 semester credit hours) and incorporating a foundation studies curriculum, general education curriculum, major program curriculum and electives. The Bachelor of Fine Arts curriculum is designed to focus intently on acquiring knowledge and skill in the arts and design. In the foundation studies curriculum, students receive instruction in the fundamental principles, elements and techniques of art and design. In the general education curriculum, students are exposed to a broad base of knowledge through courses in humanities/fine arts, natural sciences/mathematics, social/ behavioral sciences, written and oral communication, and computer literacy. In the curriculum of their chosen major, students work toward developing knowledge, skills and a level of mastery in a specific discipline. Students are required to take electives to broaden their experience and interests.
Foundation studies courses DRAW 100 Drawing I: Form and Space DRAW 101 Drawing II: Composition and Media DSGN 100 Design I: Elements and Organization DSGN 101 Color: Theory and Application DSGN 102 Design II: 3-D Form in Space DSGN 204 Design III: Time