Musical Resources - 2 hrs. Dance - 3 hrs. History DNCE 40l7 History and Philosophy of Dance - 3 hrs. Philosophy DNCE l029 Dance as a Universal Language - 3 hrs. This program is designed to meet the needs of highly talented students interested in preparing for a professional dance career while in an academic setting.
Emphasis is on performance and choreography with daily studio work in modern and ballet.
Additional classes in technique, anatomy, composition, music, history, performance and pedagogy help prepare students for careers as performers, choreographers and teachers. BFA students are required to present a senior concert which includes a minimum of 2 dance pieces and a supporting paper. Those students wishing to pursue the BFA should declare their intention by the end of the first semester. The basic dance requirements consist of 67 credit hours in dance and l5 in theatre. Students should be advised that the BFA degree plan may take l0 semesters to complete.