Cert in Fine and Studio Arts

This certificate lets students outside the BFA ceramics emphasis build clay skills alongside their main degree. It is offered by the Department of Art, Design and Art History at the St. Louis campus. Students work in handbuilding and wheel throwing, glaze application and formulation, and learn the theory behind kiln firing. They use clay and three-dimensional design to make both functional and sculptural pieces, and aim to produce original work. The core covers two studio ceramics courses and one art history course, followed by six credits of electives such as investigations in ceramics, materials and technology, or a focused studio course. Webster University lists this program in its 2026-2027 catalog. Prospective students should read the catalog page for the full course list, special requirements and campus locations, and then apply online through the university's admission office.