Fine Arts & Humanities Focus Area| Freshman Focus Program | BYU-Idaho

# Languages, Humanities, and Political Science Focus Area

Majors, Possible Careers, and the Course list for Fine Arts and Humanities Focus Area.

About the Languages, Humanities, and Political Science Area

Do you enjoy art, music, theater, or dance? If exploring your contribution to artistic fields as a career seems exciting, the Fine Arts focus area could be for you. Take classes that teach you about music, communication, theater, and the visual arts as you explore your definition of art and learn to appreciate many art forms. Experience and participate in fine arts as you explore creative expression and the history of art. Learn about the different careers an artist can follow and where you can contribute your talents to the world!

## Course Requirements

Semester One (12 Total Credits)

Complete all of the following 

- Take the following: 
 - BYUI101 - Experience BYU-Idaho (1)
- Take the following: 
 - BYUI153 - The Heroic Journey (3) ******(This course will not be available until Fall 2026)******
- Take 1 of the following: 
 - REL200C - The Eternal Family (2)
 - REL225C - Foundations of the Restoration (2)
 - REL250C - Jesus Christ and His Everlasting Gospel (2)
 - REL275C - The Teachings and Doctrine of the Book of Mormon (2)
- Take 1 of the following: 
 - MATH108X - Math for the Real World (3)
 - ENG150 - Writing and Reasoning Foundations (3)
- Take at least 3 credits from any eligible University credits.

Semester Two (12 Total Credits)

Complete all of the following 

- Take the following: 
 - GS100 - Career and Self Discovery (1)
- Take 1 of the following: 
 - REL200C - The Eternal Family (2)
 - REL225C - Foundations of the Restoration (2)
 - REL250C - Jesus Christ and His Everlasting Gospel (2)
 - REL275C - The Teachings and Doctrine of the Book of Mormon (2)
- Take 1 of the following: 
 - MATH108X - Math for the Real World (3)
 - ENG150 - Writing and Reasoning Foundations (3)
- Take 1 of the following: 
 - ENG151 - Introduction to Literature (3)
 - ENG218 - Creative Writing (3)
 - HIST120 - US History to 1877 (3)
 - HIST121 - U.S. History Since 1877 (3)
 - HIST201 - World History to 1500 (3)
 - HIST202 - Modern World History (3)
 - POLSC110 - American Government (3)
 - POLSC150 - Introduction to Comparative Politics (3)
 - POLSC170 - International Politics (3)
 - HUM110 - Discovery and Discernment Through the Arts (3)
 - INTST100 - Introduction to International Studies (1)
- Take at least 3 credits from any eligible University credits.

## Majors and Careers

- Art
- Art Education
- Art Education Composite
- Communications
- Dance
- Design
- Fine Arts
- Floral Design
- Humanities
- Music
- Music Education Composite
- Musical Arts
- Philosophy
- Theatre Education
- Theatre Studies
- Virtual Design and Construction

- Architect
- Art Gallery Curator
- Art Therapist
- Choreographer
- Commercial and Residential Design
- Costume Designer
- Craft Artist
- Dance Medicine Specialist
- Dance Photographer
- Director
- Event Coordinator
- Fundraising and Development
- Graphic Designer
- Higher Education Student Support
- Human Resources
- Illustrator
- Music editing, production, and composing
- Musician
- Non-Profit Administration
- Performer (Vocal, Music, Dance, Acting)
- Photographer
- Primary Education (Art Drama, and Music Teacher)
- Private Lessons Teacher
- Professor
- Project Manager
- Real Estate
- Retail Sales
- Sales/Marketing
- Secondary Education (Art Drama, and Music Teacher)
- Set and Exhibit Design
- Sound Technician
- Stage Hand
- Training and Development
- Writing/Editing
- Product Designer