Bachelor degree in Fine Arts Photography at Arcadia University

The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs combine a liberal arts education
with professional preparation for a career in art. Through courses in the humanities
and sciences, students gain an understanding of the nature of art, humankind
and society, which is essential to developing creative potential. Special attention
is given to the major visual disciplines as a foundation for art specializations.
Students are prepared for graduate study in studio art; entry-level positions
in numerous art occupations connected with business and industry, government
and social agencies, and future possibilities for careers as exhibiting artists.
During the freshman and sophomore years, all B.F.A. students take a major in
art and a common set of courses in the basic art disciplines, including art
history.

Emphasizes the exploration of the medium of photography. Courses integrate
the examination of art historical precedent, contemporary criticism, technical
process, commercial application, and the development of individual style. Individual
responsibility increases as students advance. The senior thesis provides the
opportunity to define and refine essential characteristics of the creative self.