Scientific Illustration Minor

The minor consists of classes totaling 22 credits. Students who want to minor in Scientific Illustration should consult with the Department of Art and Design Chair. Students majoring in Scientific Illustration are ineligible to minor in Scientific Illustration; 50% of the courses representing the minor must be completed in the Department.

Note: Courses must be taken in order. 

• BI 101 General Biology I
• BI 102 General Biology II

• FA 104 Drawing I 
• FA 105 Drawing II
• SI 301 Scientific Illustration I (may be taken before or after SI 302)
• SI 302 Scientific Illustration II (may be taken before or after SI 301)

• BI 205 Human Anatomy (4 Credits)
• FA 378 Entrepreneurship/Gallery Apprenticeship (2 or 4 Credits)
• FA 270 Digital Imaging I (4 Credits)
• FA 387 Internship (2 or 4 Credits)

Required Course

Learn how to visually communicate science through illustration. This course explores traditional and digital techniques, with a focus on black-and-white artwork suitable for publication. You’ll study biological specimens and practice applying scientific terminology through hands-on lab and studio work.

Required Course

Explore the science of life at the molecular and cellular level. Topics include genetics, cell structure, reproduction, and how living organisms process energy.

Elective Course

Study the structure of the human body from cells to systems. You’ll focus on the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, and nervous systems through lectures and detailed dissection labs using mammalian models.