Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre 48 months Undergraduate Programme By Florida International University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Starting Month

Jan-2000Starting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The BA program is built around a foundational curriculum designed to provide a broad understanding of every aspect of theatre. This foundational curriculum includes Acting 1, 2, 3; Theatre Movement I and Theatre Voice and Speech I; Theatre History I and II; Dramatic Literature; Playscript Analysis; Intro to Scenic and Lighting Design; Costume Techniques; Stagecraft; Directing; Technical Theatre Labs I, II, III, IV; and Senior Thesis. In addition, students must take 18 credits of theatre electives and one design course. For students interested in acting and directing there are additional courses in acting, voice, directing. For students interested in design, technical theatre, or stage management there are additional courses in available in Design and Technical Theatre. There are also classes in Playwriting and Stage Management. The BA is suggested for those who plan to teach high school, those who have a double major, or those who seek a broad liberal arts education. Career Opportunities Related Occupations: Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators Floral Designers, Store Window Designer, Interior and External Commercial Space Designer Talent Agents, Theatre and Entertainment Business Managers, Booking Agents, Box Office and Marketing Managers Music Composers and Arrangers Singers, Entertainers, Emcees, Event/Party Hosts, Impersonators, Voice-Over Artist Models Make-up Artist Costumers, Wardrobe, Personal Assistants Lighting and Scenic Riggers General Backstage Personnel for any kind of Entertainment Presentations.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The BA program is built around a foundational curriculum designed to provide a broad understanding of every aspect of theatre. This foundational curriculum includes Acting 1, 2, 3; Theatre Movement I and Theatre Voice and Speech I; Theatre History I and II; Dramatic Literature; Playscript Analysis; Intro to Scenic and Lighting Design; Costume Techniques; Stagecraft; Directing; Technical Theatre Labs I, II, III, IV; and Senior Thesis. In addition, students must take 18 credits of theatre electives and one design course. For students interested in acting and directing there are additional courses in acting, voice, directing. For students interested in design, technical theatre, or stage management there are additional courses in available in Design and Technical Theatre. There are also classes in Playwriting and Stage Management. The BA is suggested for those who plan to teach high school, those who have a double major, or those who seek a broad liberal arts education. Career Opportunities Related Occupations: Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators Floral Designers, Store Window Designer, Interior and External Commercial Space Designer Talent Agents, Theatre and Entertainment Business Managers, Booking Agents, Box Office and Marketing Managers Music Composers and Arrangers Singers, Entertainers, Emcees, Event/Party Hosts, Impersonators, Voice-Over Artist Models Make-up Artist Costumers, Wardrobe, Personal Assistants Lighting and Scenic Riggers General Backstage Personnel for any kind of Entertainment Presentations.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
110+
80+
Applicants must have completed 4 years of high school in the United States or other English-speaking countries or an international high school that is accredited by a U.S. regional accrediting body. Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL Paper-based: 550.

48 Months
Jan-2000

Tuition fees

Domestic
0 USD
International
0 USD

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