Program: Theatre: Design Theatre/Technology Specialization (B.F.A.) - The University of South Dakota

Apr 10, 2025

2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog

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] 3 cr
Or
THEA 231 - Acting I [SGR #4] 3 cr (majors)
THEA 141 - Technical Theatre I 3 cr
THEA 141L - Techincal Theatre I Lab 0 cr
THEA 142 - Technical Theatre II 3 cr
THEA 142L - Technical Theatre II Lab 0 cr
THEA 240 - Stage Costuming (C) 3 cr
THEA 243 - Make-Up (C) 3 cr
THEA 250 - Play Analysis (C) 3 cr
THEA 351 - Directing (C) 3 cr
THEA 403 - Design/Technical Theatre Studio (C) 3 cr
THEA 441 - Scene Design (C) 3 cr
THEA 443 - Costume Design (C) 3 cr
THEA 445 - Lighting (C) 3 cr
THEA 449 - Portfolio Preparation 3 cr
THEA 494 - Internship (C) 1-16 cr 1 credit required
THEA 495 - Practicum (C) 1 cr 4 credits required
THEA 498 - Senior Project (C) 1 cr 1 credit required
Select 3 courses from the following (9 cr):
THEA 442 - Advanced Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 444 - Advanced Costume Design 3 cr
THEA 446 - Advanced Lighting Design 3 cr
THEA 490 - Seminar (C) 1-3 cr
Select 2 courses from the following (6 cr):
THEA 461 - History of Theatre & Drama: Beginnings to 1600 3 cr
THEA 462 - History of Theatre & Drama: 1600-1860 3 cr
THEA 463 - Modern Drama & Theatre 3 cr
THEA 464 - Contemporary Drama & Theatre 3 cr
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):

Secondary Education/Theatre Education B.F.A.

Students who complete the B.F.A. in Theatre (any specialization: Acting, Design/Technology, Musical Theatre, Theatre) may also pursue Secondary Education Certification.

Students must have a CGPA of 2.6 to co-register for EDFN 338 and SEED 296 and to be admitted to Teacher Education. Beginning Summer 2015, students must have a CGPA of 2.7 to be admitted to the Teacher Education Program.

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