Illustration (MA)

MA ILLUSTRATION DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of Final Portfolio Review.
• Minimum grade of C in all required 36 units.
• Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and the following Academic Study requirement:
  1 Art Historical Awareness & Aesthetic Sensitivity course

Additional Information

• Graduate Liberal Arts

Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Artistic Ability

• Work with appropriate skill in a chosen medium or mediums
• Create compelling images

Research and Conceptualization Skills

• Clearly identify their audience
• Conduct research for reference

Presentation Skills

• Professionally present their work

Professional Readiness

• Produce a cohesive portfolio tailored to reflect career goals

Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
2. Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual

knowledge.

3. Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skillsrelevant to their field.
4. Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
5. Use professional terminology to evaluate their work and work in the field.
6. Recognize the influence of major cultural and aesthetic trends, both historical and contemporary, on art and design products.
7. Learn the professional skills and behaviors necessary to compete in the global marketplace for art and design
8. Engage with a variety of communities beyond the classroom through internship opportunities, study abroad programs, athletics, student interest clubs, and participation in collaborative, civic, and pro bono projects.