Create. Explore. Express Through Visual Media.
Program Overview
The Visual Art minor at Elizabeth City State University provides students with a foundation in studio art and visual expression. This program introduces students to the principles, techniques, and creative processes used in the visual arts.
Housed within the Department of Music & Visual Arts, the minor allows students to develop artistic skills while exploring a range of media and approaches to artmaking.
Who Should Minor in Visual Art?
This minor pairs well with majors such as:
- Graphic Design
- Digital Media
- English
- Business Administration (Marketing focus)
If you are interested in creativity, design, or visual storytelling, this minor adds a strong artistic dimension to your degree.
What You’ll Learn
The Visual Art minor includes coursework in foundational and intermediate studio art.
Areas of study include:
- Drawing and visual foundations
- Art studio courses focused on technique and process
- Exploration of different artistic media
- Development of visual composition and design skills
Students engage in hands-on coursework that emphasizes both skill-building and creative exploration.
Program Structure
The Visual Art minor consists of a defined group of art courses that provide both foundational knowledge and opportunities for creative development.
- Includes required studio art coursework
- May include elective art courses to expand skills and interests
- Designed to be completed alongside a major
At Elizabeth City State University, minors typically require 18–24 credit hours, combining required and elective coursework.
Students are encouraged to work with faculty advisors to select courses that align with their artistic goals.
Career Opportunities
The Visual Art minor provides a creative foundation that can support a variety of career paths, especially when combined with a major.
Students develop skills in visual communication, design thinking, and creative production, which are valuable in fields such as:
- Graphic design and digital media
- Illustration and visual storytelling
- Photography and visual content creation
- Marketing and branding
- Arts administration or community arts programs
This minor is especially useful for students who want to incorporate creative skills into careers that require visual communication, problem-solving, and innovation.
Hands-On Learning
Emphasizing studio-based learning and creative practice.
Students will:
- Create original artwork across different media
- Develop technical skills in drawing and design
- Explore artistic concepts through applied projects
- Build a body of work that reflects their creative growth
This hands-on approach allows students to actively engage in the artistic process while refining their skills.
Interested in adding the Visual Art minor?
Connect with your academic advisor to learn how this program fits into your degree plan.
