Minor in Islamic Art and Architecture
Overview
The Minor in Islamic Art & Architecture adds another layer of knowledge to the education of the student, and is open to students within the Architecture & design undergraduate program as well as to undergraduate students from the broader LAU community. The program focuses on a number of core courses and electives directed towards the investigation of a particular area of interest.
Mission
The Minor in Islamic Art &Architecture exposes students to the artistic and architectural heritage of the Islamic world. In addition, the minor offers a number of electives to non-major students who may wish to broaden their knowledge of this important aspect of the culture of the region.
Program Objectives
The Minor in Islamic Art and Architecture seeks to:
- to introduce university students to the rich traditions of Islamic Art and Architecture;
- to offer students in art, architecture and design a deeper understanding of the cultural heritage of the region; and
- to allow students an opportunity to explore this field for further studies at the graduate level.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Minor in Islamic Art & Architecture, students will acquire:
- an understanding of the role and breadth of the arts in the various Islamic cultures;
- basic knowledge of the historic development of Islamic art and architecture in the Islamic world; and
- development of basic research skills in examining Islamic art traditions, and in interpreting these rich traditions.
Curriculum
A total of 18 credits are required to complete the minor, as per the following:
- Required Courses (6 credits)
- Elective Courses (12 credits)
Required Courses (6 credits)
- IAA375 Introduction to Islamic Art (650-1650) (3 cr.)
- IAA376 Introduction to Islamic Architecture (650-1650) (3 cr.)
Elective Courses (12 credits)
- ARC371 History of Architecture I (3 cr.)
- ARC584 Architecture in the Middle East (3 cr.)
- ART331 History of Art I (3 cr.)
- IAA595 International Studio (3 cr.)
- IAA481 Contemporary Arts in the Islamic World (3 cr.)
- IAA491 Topics in Islamic Art and Architecture (3 cr.)
- IAA Elective (3 cr.)