College of Liberal Arts

Department of Theatre Arts

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts Musical Theatre Focus

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1st year

Fall Semester

THEA 0181

MUSI 0010

THEA 1101

ENGL 1301

UNIV 1131

THEA 1310

THEA 1307

DNCE 1132

MUSI 1140

Spring Semester

THEA 0181

ENGL 1302

THEA 1303

THEA 3317

THEA 1311

DNCE 1135

MUSI 0010

MUSI 1141

Summer (Optional)

HOURS 32

2nd year

Fall Semester

THEA 1343

THEA 2309

THEA 1304/1305

DNCE 1134

THEA 4317

MUSI 2140

POLS 2311

Spring Semester

THEA 0181

THEA 2340

THEA 2352

THEA 3315

DNCE 1136

MUSI 2141

POLS 2312

Summer (Optional)

HOURS 34

3rd year

Fall Semester

THEA 3300/4311

THEA 4317

THEA 4310

DNCE 3335

MUSI 3140

LANG/PHIL/CULTURE

SOCIAL BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE

Spring Semester

THEA 0181

THEA 3311

THEA 4304

THEA/DNCE ELECTIVE

MUSI 3141

HIST 1301

CORE SCIENCE

Summer (Optional)

HOURS 31

4th year

Fall Semester

DNCE 3335

THEA 3308

THEA 4201

THEA 4240

HIST 1302

CORE SCIENCE

Spring Semester

THEA 4333

THEA 4241

CORE MATH

ADVANCED DNCE ELECTIVE

THEA/DNCE ELECTIVE

HOURS 31 

TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 128

College of Liberal Arts 502 South Cooper St., Box 19103 I 144 Fine Arts Building North P: (817) 272-2650 I F: (817) 272-2650 I uta.edu

DESIGN YOUR JOURNEY

College of Liberal Arts - Department of Theatre Arts

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts Musical Theatre Focus

Beginning the Journey

EDUCATE

Attend Academic Path mentoring with Theatre Arts Department advisor

Attend one-on-one mentoring with department mentor

Attend Theatre Arts Department sub-plan meetings to learn about program and activities

Attend and participate in Theatre Arts Department symposium and UNIV courses

Trailblazing the Path

EDUCATE

Attend various workshops and presentations on skill-building

Attend various masterclasses with industry experts

Join various groups within the department to learn about networking and lead student-led initiatives

ENGAGE

Continue to attend Academic Path mentoring with Theatre Arts Department advisor

Continue to attend one-on-one mentoring with department mentor

Attend Theatre Arts Department sub-plan meetings and participate in program and related activities

Attend and participate in University courses

Engage with theater arts majors and students across campus

ENGAGE

Continue to attend various workshops and presentations on skill-building

Continue to attend various masterclasses with industry experts

Participate in various groups within the department to network and lead student-led initiatives

EXCEL

Continue to attend academic path mentoring with Theatre Arts Department Advisor and apply for graduation

Continue to attend one-on-one mentoring with department mentor and plan for post-graduation internships and auditions

Attend Theatre Arts Department sub-plan meetings and participate in program and related activities

Attend and participate in courses toward graduation

Engage with theater arts majors and students across campus to strengthen relationships and post-graduation networks

EXCEL

Continue to attend various workshops and presentations on skill-building

Continue to attend various masterclasses with industry experts to discuss post-graduation opportunities

Participate in various groups within the department to network and lead student-led initiatives and to build a resume

Destination Graduation

EDUCATE

Explore career options with mentor

Explore employment opportunities with area head and mentor

Research industry trends

Attend career readiness workshops on and off campus

Attend skill building workshops

Attend O&As with industry representatives

ENGAGE

Refine and define career options with mentor

Explore employment opportunities for summer internships with area head and mentor

Continue to research industry trends

Continue to attend career readiness workshops on and off campus

Continue to attend skill building workshops

Continue to attend O&As with industry representatives

EXCEL

Refine and define career options with mentor

Explore employment opportunities for summer internships with area head and mentor

Continue to research industry trends

Continue to attend career readiness workshops on and off campus

Continue to attend skill-building workshops

Continue to attend O&As with industry representatives

Apply for jobs, internships, and/or graduate school

*You can ask your freshman advisor about what these requirements are

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Participate in local and national theater arts showcases

Explore internships in Dallas/Fort Worth and beyond

Attend regional, national, and international conferences

Utilize UTA's Career Development Center and theater arts job networks

GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT

Attend a study abroad program in theater arts or a related field of study

Participate in American Musical Theatre Live workshops and masterclasses in Paris

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Run for a leadership position within the Theatre Arts Department and/or University

Become a Peer Academic Leader

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Participate in a Service Learning Project

Volunteer at a local theater organization

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Participate in the Theatre Arts Emotional Robotics Living Lab

Apply for student funding to support your research ideas

What career options do I have with this major?

Actor/Actress

Dancer

Administrator

Directing

Announcer

Dramatic Coach

Director

Educator

Arts Management

Electrician

Casting Director

Employee

Choreographer

Training

Comedian

Fashion

Composer

Impersonator

Costumer

Lighting Designer

Critic

Sound Designer

Curator

Literary Agent

Model

Music Director

Musician

Narrator

Orchestra Conductor

Photographer

Playwright Producer

Public Relations

Singer

Stage Manager

Workforce Skills

Communication: Develop and articulate ideas clearly and effectively across all mediums including but not limited to written, oral, and digital communication.

Critical Thinking: Analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems by using sound reasoning before forming a strategy, decision or opinion.

Career Readiness

Collaboration

Communicate Emotions/Ideas

Concentrate and Practice Intently

Creating New Approaches

Creative Thinking

Developing Computer Graphics

Excellent Verbal Communication

Following Directions

Lighting

Operating Visual and Audio

Take Action

Explore workforce skill development through on-and-off-campus activities.

Engage with the UTA Lockheed Martin Career Development Center at uta.edu/careers.

Meet with a career consultant

Network with employers

Discover internships and co-ops

Teamwork/Collaboration: Work within a team and foster collaborative relationships with peers and supervisors. Use interpersonal skills to demonstrate respect and dignity for others while working toward a common goal.

Organizational Skills for Long Periods

Physical Stamina/Body Coordination

Professionalism

Public Speaking Skills

Self-Poise

Stage Presence

Strong Writing Ability

Using Critical Analysis

Work Productively with Others

Apply for on-campus employment

Join Handshake, our career services platform

Participate in career development programs

In addition, students often co-produce with professional theatres, obtain internship, meet with guest artists, and view portfolio and showcase presentations for industry professionals.

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