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The
California State University Channel Islands Art major focuses on
interdisciplinary studies in fine art, digital art technology, graphic
design and art history, emphasizing an innovative approach to artistic
process, technique and problem solving. Through the integration of
traditional media and digital technologies, courses in studio art,
art history and interdisciplinary studies focus on developing a solid
artistic foundation, leading to advanced work in art media and theory.
In-depth study is available in the areas of two-dimensional art,
three-dimensional art, digital media/time-based art, communication
design technology (graphic design) and art history. CSUCI
is located in Ventura County, California, six miles from the Pacific
Ocean and one hour from Los Angeles, world class museums, international
art galleries and major Hollywood film, animation and entertainment
studios.
Q.
Please send me a CSUCI catalog?
A. The ART Program does not mail Catalogs. However, you can download
the entire catalog in PDF format. You may also purchase a CSUCI catalog for
$7.00 at the the CSUCI Bookstore.
Q. How do I apply to CSUCI and become
an ART Major.
A. First apply
to the University Declare yourself an ART Major (10021).
After you are accepted to CSUCI, you can take any courses offered
in the ART Program once you have fulfilled the prerequisites
or have taken an equivalent prerequisite at another accredited
institution.
1. Apply to the University. Click here for
application.
2. Declare yourself as an ART Major (10021).
3. Upon acceptance to CSUCI get advisement from the CSUCI Advisement Center.
4. Get specific advisement
regarding ART courses, options and specializations from the ART
Program Advisor.
5. Register for courses.
6. Start making art.
Q. Does the CSUCI ART Program require a portfolio review before admitting students?
A.
No, at this time there is not a portfolio requirement to be amitted
to the CSUCI ART Major, BA degree Program.
Q.
Would you please send me more information about the CSUCI ART
Program?
A.
Information on this comprehensive Website covers numerous specifics
related to the ART Major. It is designed to provide maximum information.
If you need further information regarding the CSUCI ART Program,
call: (805) 437-8863 or E-Mail
the CSUCI ART Program.
Q.
How many units is the CSUCI Art Major?
A. The CSUCI ART Major is 57 (Semester Units) of ART
course, (24 Lower Division and 33 Upper Division Units). These are in addition
to University requirements for General Education: (48 units), Title 5 U.S. Government
Courses: (6 units), and Additional University Electives: (9 units) . A total
of 120 units are required for the BA Degree in ART.
Q.
What ART courses are you offering this semester?
A.
The list of ART courses to be offered during the Fall 2003 semester
can be found on this website on the ART
Schedule webpage.
Q. How do I apply to the University ?
A. Contact the Office of Admission and Records, Address:
California State University Channel Islands, One University Drive,
Camarillo, CA 93012, USA. Telephone: 805 437-8500 or E-mail CSUCI
Admission and Records and request application forms and information.
You may also complete an on-line
electronic application .
Q. Does CSUCI offer an MFA degree in
ART or Design or an MA degree in Art History?
A. CSUCI is the newest campus
of the California State University system, having recently opened
in Fall 2003. At this time, CSUCI does not offer graduate programs
in Art or Art History. We anticipate beginning
the MFA degree program in Fall 2008.
Q.
What are the CSUCI registration fees / tuition?
A. California Resident overall full-time
fees/tuition are: $2980 (Academic Year); Nonresident (U.S. and foriegn)
fees: $339 per unit. This does not include books, supplies, food or
housing.
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Q. What kind of computers & software do you use?
A. The CSUCI ART Program courses are conducted on state-of-the-art Macintosh G5 computers
loaded with dual 2.5 gig processors, CD-DVD read-write superdrives and 17 inch
flat-screen monitors all connected to the dedicated ART server with storage files
for each student. Software includes the latest versions of: Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Adobe AfterEffects, Painter, Final Cut Pro,
Flash MX, Dreamweaver MX, Director MX, Quark Express, Vectorworks, Cinema 4D,
Alias Wavefront MAYA, DVD Studio Pro, and numerous others. The CSUCI Digital
Art lab is also equipped with audio production equipment including MIDI digital
audio system with a Midiman Oxygen keyboard, Reason, Pro Tools, M-Box, The ART
Program also has Nikon and Cannon digital still cameras and Sony GL2 mini DV
cameras as well as Bogen tripods, Steadycam, Fishpole Booms and Shotgun Mics
and light
kits
that may be checked out by ART students enrolled in specific courses that utilize
the equipment for student projects.
Q. What kind of job can I expect get
after graduation?
A.
Study in ART leads to a wide range of opportunities in today's
professional and academic fields. Careers include positions in
the visual arts in painting, sculpture, graphic design, Web design,
interactive multimedia, computer graphics, digital photography,
video art, digital film and visual effects, animation and 3D
computer animation, broadcast graphics, video game design, work
in galleries, museums, teaching professions and numerous other
opportunities in the fine arts, commercial arts or entertainment
industry. If you are a motivated, creative, focused artist, and
you work hard, you will achieve your goal. CSUCI is located only
an hour away from some of the world's best museums, art galleries
and major Hollywood entertainment studios. Numerous opportunities
await the educated/skilled artist. Of course computer skills
are important, and with time and practice almost anyone can learn
just about any computer platform and software program. It is
the artist with unique creative vision, technical competency
and the portfolio to back it up that attains their goal. CSUCI's
excellent faculty, all practicing artists and designers, do their
best to facilitate your education and professiona lpreparation.
When you graduate from CSUCI you will not only have artistic
and technical skills, you will have explored numerous methods
and concepts as well as the means to put them to use.
Q. Please send me a CSUCI catalog?
A. The University does not mail Catalogs. However,
you can download
the entire catalog in PDF format. You may also purchase a
catalog for $7.00 at the the CSUCI Bookstore.
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