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2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Visual Communications Major/Photography Concentration (Bachelor of Fine Arts)


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In recent years the world of still photography has gone through immense change, and methods of production and the use of imagery have become increasingly complex. The Visual Communications curriculum in photography strives to provide students with a basis for the critical understanding and production of photographs as a part of contemporary media culture. In their course of study, students are encouraged to explore photography with an emphasis on art practice and exploration of ideas, as well as on the development of imagery and skills for commercial applications.

The curriculum fosters the development of core photographic skills including digital imaging, studio lighting and production as well as the non-traditional applications of photographic media. The course of study also places an emphasis on the history of photography and criticism to better understand contemporary visual media and the use of images.

Recent Photography Internship sites include:

    Andrew Swaine Studio   
    Boston Press Photographers Association
    Diane Miller Photography
    Jason Grow Photography
    Kennealey Portraiture
    Kristen Jensen Photography
    Russ Quackenbush Photograhy
    Sean Henry Photography
    The Studio of Photographic Arts

 

Curriculum Requirements - Total Credits Required: 128-129


Sophomore - Credits: 35-36


  • General Education Elective    (Cr: 3)
  • Individual and Society General Education Requirement   (Cr: 3)
  • Quantitative Reasoning General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3)
  • Science and Technology General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3-4)

Junior - Credits: 30


  • Global Issues General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3)
  • Literary Perspectives General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3) 
  • Values and Ethical Reasoning General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3)

Senior - Credits: 30


  • General Education Electives    (Cr: 6)
  • Photogrpahy or Visual Communications Elective   (Cr: 3)
  • World Cultures General Education Requirement    (Cr: 3)

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