CalArts offers a variety of unique programs at the undergraduate and graduate level within its six world-renowned Schools—Art, Critical Studies, Dance, Film/Video, Music and Theater.
Undergraduate core courses are the foundation of BFA studies at CalArts, providing a strong general education and opportunities to deepen every student's artistic practice.
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Offering innovative continuing education arts courses designed to meet the needs of both emerging artists and lifelong learners.
The assessments for CalArts' programs of study align pedagogical approaches, curricular development and administrative policies with the needs of students.
Program Assessment
The purpose of academic assessment at CalArts is to continuously enhance the educational experience of our students. This is achieved through faculty-driven methods predicated on institute values that aim to produce relevant and functional information. Information gathered is used to align pedagogical approaches, curricular development, and administrative policies with the needs of our students in the following ways:
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