Theatre: Design Theatre/Technology Specialization (B.F.A.)

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84 Major Hours, 120 Degree Hours

The B.F.A. Design Theatre/Technology specialization prepares students for entry into professional theatre as specialists in design and technology in a variety of areas, or for graduate study in the student’s chosen emphasis.

In addition to the regental and university general education requirements, the following courses are required:

Specialization Requirements (84 hours)

THEA 131 - Introduction to Acting (C) [SGR #4, HSDC]
Or
THEA 231 - Acting I [SGR #4, HSDC] (majors)
THEA 141 - Technical Theatre I
THEA 141L - Technical Theatre I Lab (2 concurrent sections required)
THEA 142 - Technical Theatre II
THEA 142L - Technical Theatre II Lab (2 concurrent sections required)
THEA 240 - Stage Costuming (C)
THEA 243 - Make-Up (C)
THEA 250 - Play Analysis (C)
THEA 351 - Directing (C)
THEA 403 - Design/Technical Theatre Studio (C)
THEA 441 - Scene Design (C)
THEA 443 - Costume Design (C)
THEA 445 - Lighting (C)
THEA 449 - Portfolio Preparation
THEA 494 - Internship (C) 1 credit required
THEA 495 - Practicum (C) 4 credits required
THEA 498 - Senior Project (C) 1 credit required
Select 3 courses from the following (9 cr):
THEA 442 - Advanced Scene Design
THEA 444 - Advanced Costume Design
THEA 446 - Advanced Lighting Design
THEA 490 - Seminar (C)
Select 2 courses from the following (6 cr):
THEA 461 - History of Theatre & Drama: Beginnings to 1600
THEA 462 - History of Theatre & Drama: 1600-1860
THEA 463 - Modern Drama & Theatre
THEA 464 - Contemporary Drama & Theatre
THEA Electives 18cr (Electives are used to create an area of emphasis through consultation with an advisor.)

Note:

THEA 495 Practicum (C) will be taken over 4 semesters (1cr each)

Specialization Nondepartmental Support Course Requirements-(9 hours):

Four-Year Program Guides and Costs

USD encourages students to take 15 credits per semester or 30 credits within the year in order to graduate in 4 years. To help students complete their academic degree program in four years, we provide a sample academic plan. Please work with your academic advisor to confirm your plan.

Theatre, B.F.A.-Design Theatre/Technology 4-year plan guide