Design and Technology for Theatre (B.F.A.)

Location(s): Gainesville

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120 hours

The BFA in Design & Technology for Theatre degree program consists of a one hundred twenty (120) semester hour sequence designed to meet the educational employment requirements of workers in theatrical design and the entertainment technology industry (film, dance, TV, etc.). It is a comprehensive degree with 72 credits in Theatre Core (18), Design/Tech Core (30), Concentration (24), and 6 elective credits. An additional 42 credits are taken in Areas A-E core curriculum coursework. The concentrations of study for this degree are Lighting and Sound Design, Costume and Scenic Design, and Technical Direction and Stage Management.

Core Curriculum (Areas A-E) - 42 hours

Refer to Core Curriculum (Areas A-E)

Area A1: No exceptions

Area A2: No exceptions

Area B: No exceptions

Area C: MUSC 1100, ART 1100, or MDST 1110 recommended

Area D: No exceptions

Area E: No exceptions

Area F: Courses Appropriate to the Major - 18 hours

Major Requirements - 60 hours

Design and Technology Core - 30 hours

Concentration - 24 hours

Costume and Scenic Design

Lighting and Sound Design

Technical Direction and Stage Management

Electives - 6 hours

Electives must be taken at the 3000-level or higher and can be taken within any discipline offered at UNG.