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

Specialization Requirements (84 hours)

• THEA 131 - Introduction to Acting (C) [SGR #4, HSDC]

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• THEA 231 - Acting I [SGR #4, HSDC] (majors)

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• 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

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• 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)

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• 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

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• THEA Electives 18cr (Electives are used to create an area of emphasis through consultation with an advisor.)

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Specialization Nondepartmental Support Course Requirements-(9 hours):

• ART 111 - Drawing I (C) [SGR #4, HSDC]
• ARTH 211 - History of World Art I (C) [SGR #4, HSDC]
• ARTH 212 - History of World Art II (C) [SGR #4, HSDC]

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