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Art History (Minor)

Build a strong foundation in global art from ancient to contemporary times. Students gain critical skills in visual analysis, historical context and cultural understanding, complementing majors across the humanities and arts.
Type: Minor
Format: In-Person
Credit Hours: 18
College: College of Arts and Sciences
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Offers study of global visual culture across periods and regions, from Pre-1750, After 1750 and to Non-Western traditions. Students take foundational courses and advanced electives at the 300- and 500-levels, developing skills in research, analysis and critical thinking. This minor enhances understanding of art’s cultural and historical contexts and complements majors in humanities, arts and related fields.

This program was approved for students entering the university in the Summer 2025-Spring 2026 catalog year. For more information about catalog year, go to Catalog Year Information.

Minor in Art History
Unit: College of Arts and Sciences (AS)
Department: Art and Design
Academic Plan Code(s): ARTHMINOR

Program Requirements

Admission to the minor in Art History requires a minimum GPA of at least 2.5. 

Select two of the following courses: 6
ARTH 250
Ancient Through Medieval Art - AH
ARTH 270
Renaissance Through Modern Art - AH
ARTH 290
Survey of Asian Art - AH, P2
ARTH electives at 300 level, including no more than one from each of these areas: Pre-1750, After 1750, Non-Western9
Art History elective at 500 level3
Minimum Total Hours18

At least three (3) semester hours of the requirements for a minor must be successfully completed while enrolled in the University of Louisville.