Art and Design
Programs in the TROY Department of Art and Design provide students with personalized education, that engage in problem-solving and inspire creative thinking.
Programs in the TROY Department of Art and Design provide students with personalized education, that engage in problem-solving and inspire creative thinking.
Students in Art and Design learn ways to develop and adapt their skills by merging
traditional methods with current trends and technologies. Innovation and collaboration
are key components in the preparation of artists, designers and educators of tomorrow.
If you have the same sense of anticipation for the future of visual arts and communication
as we do, you may be excited to discover our fresh approach to an arts/design education
at TROY. At TROY, we are realizing the future. At TROY, your future can be realized.
A wide range of programs are available for the artist/designer of the future. In an
age when critical thinking and creative problem solving skills are needed more than
ever before, the Department of Art and Design is committed to developing relevant
academic programs and initiatives. These programs are designed to better prepare students
for a career as well as meet the increasing visual demands of a multisensory and multicultural
world.
Turn your passion for art and visual design into a profession. In Troy University's distinguished Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design program, you'll develop the creative talent you need to stand out in this competitive field. Build brand identities. Design imaginative websites.
Graphic Design (Bachelor's)
Building a successful portfolio is vitally important to the artist or graphic designer entering the workforce or graduate school. Troy University's Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Studio will help you to develop a compilation of work that expresses your innovation, mastery of skills, and ability to research and complete projects.
Studio Art (Bachelor's)
By now, you've seen first-hand how art transforms lives and culture. In fact, you can probably think of at least one teacher who has helped you find and hone your artistic voice. You can be that influence for someone else! Working together, TROY's Department of Art and Design and College of Education will prepare you to teach and influence promising young artists.
Art Education (Master's)
Prepare for fulfilling arts administration jobs with the only program of its kind in Alabama — the Master of Arts in Arts Administration at Troy University. You'll build the skills to lead nonprofit arts organizations like museums, galleries, performing arts centers, theatres and groups such as symphonies, choral societies, arts councils and dance companies.
Arts Administration (Master's)3D Printing, also known as Additive Manufacturing, is constructively disrupting manufacturing sectors bringing digital design and fabrication technologies to an array of industries.
This program offers students the opportunity to learn the skills required to design and be productive with 3D printing. The courses begin with the fundamentals then continue with a range of applied learning projects, practical design and printing experience, and general industry knowledge. Learn more about 3D Printing.
TROY is a leader in distance education and international education. With locations
in multiple countries around the world, it stands to reason that TROY would lead in
this area. The University-at-large offers a growing number of study abroad opportunities
for students and faculty. These opportunities can be learned about through the Office of International Programsand through various Departments throughout the University.
The Department of Art and Design along with the College of Communication and Fine
Arts offers unique travel opportunities emphasizing communication and the arts. Over
the past several years, Art and Design has sponsored or co-sponsored study abroad
initiatives to Kenya, Tanzania, England, Denmark, Sweden, France, Italy and more.
These international experiences are far more than extensive field trips: they are
life-changing. By clicking on the links in the right sidebar, you can discover more
about study abroad opportunities that are engaged by the Department of Art and Design.
The Department of Art and Design also has established a Departmental Study Abroad
Scholarship Fund. For more information in regards to applying for study abroad assistance
as an art/design major, please contact the Departmental Office.
Since 2004, TROY and Halmstad University of Sweden have enjoyed a maturing partnership
in design education. Students from Halmstad have come to TROY to study art and design
as well as other subject areas. In turn, TROY students have studied multimedia design
and Scandinavian culture by attending school in Halmstad.
This partnership has opened the door to many exciting possibilities to cooperate with
other disciplines as well as other countries. iC3 has been instrumental in setting up both short-term and long-term collaborations for
academic and cultural purposes.
For more information about study opportunities in both Denmark and Sweden, please
contact the Office of the Department of Art and Design.
Troy University's online graphic design program has been ranked first in the nation
by Forbes Advisor. A division of Forbes magazine, Forbes Advisor recently issued a
ranking of the top 10 accredited, nonprofit universities that offer an online graphic
design program. Using the categories of credibility, affordability, student outcomes,
student experience and the application process, TROY's program ranked the highest.
The program core consists of 41 credits and includes studies in motion graphics, typography,
user interface, concept and process and the business of art and design. Students must
complete a client-focused design studio course and a thesis exhibition showcasing
their original work and research.
External, Forbes Ranking
Trojan Art Day offers workshops, demonstrations, and mini competitions led by students
and faculty from the Department of Art and Design. The morning's activities precede
the District II Visual Arts Achievement Program awards ceremony, which concludes the
week-long art competition sponsored by the Alabama State Council on the Arts and exhibited
in the International Arts Center. A grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts
partially funds both Trojan Art Day & VAAP.
Learn more about Trojan Art Day
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Eight Troy University design student projects were named winners in the 46th annual Telly Awards, which honor excellence in video and television across all screens and are judged by leaders from video platforms, television, streaming networks and production companies.
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