Studio Arts College International (SACI) is more than an opportunity to study abroad in the birthplace of the Renaissance: it’s an experience you will carry with you, in your career and throughout your life.
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Surrounded by the great masterpieces of another age and a lively community of contemporary artists, studying at SACI is not only an opportunity to discover what came before you, but to be part of a vibrant culture that is overflowing with artistic life.
Begin a creative journey that will prepare you to succeed in the competitive art world. Many partial scholarships are available for undergraduate and graduate study at SACI. We offer an easy online application process that you can use to submit and check on the status of your application.MFA in Communication Design: History & Theory Seminar II (First Year)
Graduate
ART548 MFA in Communication Design: History & Theory Seminar II (First Year)3
Term: Spring
Prerequisites: MFA in Communication Design: History & Theory Seminar I
This seminar focuses on contemporary practices with an emphasis upon the role of the emerging designer within new and established art and design communities. It consists of readings and discussions that address a variety of topics. Readings provide students with an exposure to particular designers, art and design theories, and art and design institutions within a loose chronological/historical context. In addition to discussions based on assigned readings, this course includes visits to design events and designers’ studios. Field trips vary from and include travel throughout Italy and elsewhere in Europe.
(See syllabus below. An updated syllabus will be posted at the beginning of each term.)
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