Electives
Did you know that creative thinking is one of the top traits employers are seeking?
Add creativity to your college experience!
Art, dance, design, digital culture, film, music, theatre and more classes are available to all ASU students. Several courses fulfill general studies designations and awareness area requirements.
Whatever your interests, the Herberger Institute has the classes that fit your needs!
Herberger Institute courses are offered across four locations–ASU Tempe campus, ASU at Mesa City Center, ASU Downtown Phoenix campus and the ASU California Center in Los Angeles–and online. On-campus students interested in online classes should search for iCourses, and ASU Online courses are available for ASU Online students who are earning degrees 100% online.
Search the course subject and number listed below in the ASU Class Search to find all the course information.
Featured Fall 2026 Courses
| Course | Location | Add to your class schedule. | General studies |
|---|---|---|---|
| FSH 209: Fashion Analytics Tool | DTPHX, LOSAN, iCourse, ASU Online | Enroll | Gold QTRS |
| DCE 303: The Body Condition(ed) | iCourse | Enroll | Gold SOBE |
| ARS 202: Art of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas | iCourse, ASU Online | Enroll | Gold GCSI |
| HDA 294: Designing Leadership: Practice for a Resilient World | Tempe | Enroll Watch short video | Gold CIVI |
School of Art
Design and the Arts
The GAME School
The Design School
The Sidney Poitier New American Film School
School of Music, Dance and Theatre
Frequently asked questions
- Do I have to be a Herberger Institute major? No.
- Are class overrides available? Yes, depending on the class. Contact the instructor for more info.
- Are the non-major classes studios or lectures? Both are available.
- Will I be graded against the same standards as an art major? No. As a non-major your knowledge and incoming ability will be considered in the grading process.
- Do these classes meet general studies requirements? Many classes meet C, CS, H, HU, G, L or SB requirements.