Department of Art

The Nicholls Division of Art offers art history courses in ancient, medieval, renaissance/ baroque, modern and non-western art. Students who plan to enter graduate study in art history should take courses in all of these areas.

In the upper division courses, students will gain understanding of the methodology of art history and historiography. The level of study moves from the general to the more specific.

Required Skills and Abilities

• attention to detail,
• thorough knowledge of art history,
• strong interest in art,
• ability to communicate with others,
• excellent selling and negotiating skills,
• good evaluation/analysis skills,
• persistence and
• creativity.

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Career Opportunities

Antique Dealer

Arts Historian

Art Teacher

Art Manager

Arts Development Director

Collection Director

Conservation Director

Consultant

Curator

Docent Coordinator

Exhibit Designer

Gallery Director

Investment Consultant

Public Relations Director