Art Education (M.Ed.)

Degree Requirements

The 33-unit program consists of 15 units of required course work and 18 units of electives. The required courses are taken in a specified sequence culminating in the writing of a Master’s Project similar in scope to a traditional thesis.

Required Courses (15 units)

Elective Tracks (18 units)

In an effort to provide for diverse interests and ensure flexibility, the program offers three elective tracks. Students select one track from among the following:

1. Broad-based Studio Track

This track is designed to enhance K-12 art teaching. Students select a variety of courses drawn from studio, art history and art education areas.

This track is designed for those concentrating their electives in a studio area.

This track is designed for those interested in pursuing cultural/historical aspects of art and art education. Students concentrate electives in art history. Courses at the 600 to 800 level should ordinarily be selected; however, a maximum of 9 units in 500-level courses may be taken with the approval of the student’s adviser. Six units may be taken in departments other than art with prior approval.