What if your imagination could shape the future of design, art, and innovation — and contribute to creating a better world?
Major in Art & Design
What is Art & Design?
A major in art and design gives you the freedom to explore your creativity while combining it with another passion. You'll study core visual art skills, like drawing, design, and composition, while combining this with a minor or double major in a different field. Use your creativity in a variety of settings, working in areas like animation and digital art, web or graphic design, video production, interior design, fashion, art therapy, education, entrepreneurship, and more. This flexible, liberal arts-based degree helps you prepare for creative careers across today’s most exciting hybrid industries.
The LSU School of Art offers a Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design, with an option of concentration in Art History. Bachelor of Fine Arts programs with concentrations in Digital Art, Graphic Design, and Studio art.
What You Can Do
An LSU degree opens doors to a wide range of career paths and professional opportunities. With a strong academic foundation, real-world learning, and support from a powerful alumni network, you’ll graduate prepared for success in today’s competitive job market. Whether you’re planning to work in a corporate setting, nonprofit organization, government agency, creative industry, or research lab, LSU equips you with the in-demand skills and hands-on experience employers value most.
Potential Careers
Animator
Professional Artist
Art Historian
Art Restoration & Conservation
Character Designer
Corporate Communications
Creative Director
Digital Artist
Digital Fabricator
Educator
Exhibition Designer
Game Designer
Gallery Curator
Graphic Designer
Information Designer
Illustrator
Marketing Professional
Museum Administrator
Packaging Designer
Photographer
Social Media Designer
Studio Technician
Web Designer
UI/UX Designer
Video Production Artist
Visual Effects Artist
Workplace Settings
Art Galleries
Art Studios
Production Studios
Design Firms
Museums
Visual Effects Companies
Schools
What Art & Design Looks like
The Newly Renovated Barnes Ogden Art & Design Complex
