Scientific Illustration, B.A.

About the B.A. in Scientific Illustration

• Provides preparation for professional careers in biological illustration
• Provides preparation for graduate study in medical illustration (premedical illustration emphasis)
• Allows students to take advantage of a well-respected and innovative biology department
• Internships at studios, research institutions, hospitals and zoos
• Opportunities to study at some of the top universities around the world

The Scientific Illustration program combines study in sciences and studio art. Two emphases exist: Scientific Illustration and Pre-Medical Illustration. The former prepares students for a number of possible careers in biological illustration, graphic design or laboratory research. The latter prepares students for graduate study in medical illustration.

Prospective students must present evidence of capability in science and a portfolio demonstrating skill in representational drawing.

Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Scientific Illustration

(93–99 credits as listed below, with Undergraduate Curriculum requirements and electives to total 128 credits)

Adjustments in the requirements for the major in Scientific Illustration can be made with the approval of the program Adviser. A maximum of 96 credits in art and science can be counted toward the degree. Additional coursework is required for an emphasis in pre-medical illustration.