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OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2010-12 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2010-12 [Archived Catalog]

Photography Major (B.F.A.)


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Major code BF5143

All students enter the School of Art as Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) art majors, and must complete requirements in studio foundations and art history before applying for admission into the B.F.A degree during their second year of study. This application also requires a portfolio review, a minimum accumulative GPA of 2.75, and an in-major GPA of 3.0.

Minimum credit hours required for graduation: 192

Studio Majors

The B.F.A. degree program with a major in one studio area provides extensive study in a single discipline. Studio majors find success as professional artists or graphic designers, enter graduate schools, or work in related art and design fields.

All B.F.A. studio areas require an exhibition of each student’s artwork as the crowning event in achieving the degree. Student achievements are acknowledged through awards presented at student exhibitions, as well as through talent and academic scholarships. These scholarships are available to both incoming and continuing students.

All students enter the program as Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) art majors and share common requirements in general academics, studio foundations, and art history. To become a major in ceramics, graphic design, painting, photography, printmaking, or sculpture, a portfolio of studio work must be submitted for review at the end of the sophomore year. Students may apply to more than one area, but are encouraged to dedicate their studies to only one, after passing review. Some major areas have portfolio reviews only in the spring, while others have them each quarter. Consult area faculty for specific dates and criteria for review.

Universitywide Graduation Requirements


To complete this program, students must meet all Universitywide graduation requirements .

College-Level Requirements for the College of Fine Arts


View the College-Level Requirements for the College of Fine Arts. 

General Academics


Years One-Four


 

  • Tier I English Composition Credit Hours: 5
  • Tier I Quantitative Skills Credit Hours: 4-5
  • Tier I Junior Composition Credit Hours: 4
  • Tier II Electives Credit Hours: 32
  • Tier III Elective or Tier III Equivalent Credit Hours: 4-5
    (not needed before portfolio review)

     

Studio Foundations


Select one of the following two courses:


Art History


Select three courses from:

B.F.A. Studio Requirements


Complete the following:

  • Five 200 level Studio Courses (25 credit hours). Some of these credits will apply toward the 35 hours of required studio electives.
  • Seven Studio Courses (35 credit hours) from at least two areas outside the major, with at least 15 hours from the 300-400 level.
  • See your DARS for a comprehensive listing of courses.

Photography Studio Courses


Year Two


(10 of the 15 hours required must be taken before the portfolio review.)

Year Four


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