COURSE CURRICULUM

The Fine Arts curriculum at Auburn University at Montgomery in Montgomery includes a wide range of courses that cover art history, music, and visual arts, giving students a comprehensive understanding of artistic traditions and creative practices. The art history courses focus on the study of important artistic periods, movements, and cultural influences. Students explore subjects such as Art History I and II, Medieval Art, Egyptian Art, Classical Art, and the Italian Renaissance, which provide knowledge of early artistic developments and historical contexts. Additional courses examine later artistic movements, including Baroque and Rococo Art, Nineteenth-Century Art, American Art, Modern Art to 1945, and Art Since 1945. Some courses also focus on specialized themes, such as Women and the Arts, Southern Art, and The Artist in Film and Fiction, helping students analyze the relationship between art, society, and cultural representation.Music courses in the program introduce students to the fundamentals of musical theory, appreciation, and performance. Courses such as Fundamentals of Music and Music Appreciation help students understand musical structure, listening techniques, and the historical development of music. Other courses, including Music in World Cultures and Music Today, explore global musical traditions and contemporary musical styles. Students can also participate in performance-based courses such as University Chorus, University Singers, and Band, which allow them to develop practical musical skills and gain experience performing in ensemble settings. Advanced options such as honors readings, special topics in music, and an honors senior thesis provide opportunities for deeper research and creative exploration for students with strong academic interests.The visual arts courses focus on developing practical studio skills and creative expression. Students begin with foundational courses such as Introduction to Visual Arts, Two-Dimensional Design, Beginning Drawing, and Three-Dimensional Design, which build basic skills in composition, form, and visual communication. As they progress, students can take more specialized studio courses such as Intermediate Drawing, Watercolor, Beginning Painting, and Beginning Sculpture. Additional courses like Digital Foundations and Introduction to World Architecture introduce students to digital media and architectural concepts, expanding their creative and technical abilities. Overall, this diverse set of courses supports the development of artistic knowledge, technical skills, and critical thinking needed for careers in the arts and creative industries.