Experiential Major Maps (Text-only)
College of Liberal Arts
Department of Theatre Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts Acting Focus
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1st year
Fall Semester
THEA 0181
THEA 1101
UNIV 1131
THEA 1307
THEA 1343
ENGL 1301
MATHEMATICS
Spring Semester
THEA 0181
THEA 1304
THEA 2337
THEA 2352
ENGL 1302
MATHEMATICS
Summer (Optional)
HOURS 31
2nd year
Fall Semester
THEA 0181
THEA 1303
THEA 2309
THEA 3317
HIST 1301
LIFE/PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Spring Semester
THEA 0181
THEA 1305
THEA 3340
THEA 3352
HIST 1302
LIFE/PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Summer (Optional)
HOURS 32
3rd year
Fall Semester
THEA 0181
THEA 3308
THEA 1315
THEA 4341
DNCE 2132 OR 2135 OR 2136
POLS 2311
LANGUAGE/PHILOSOPHY/CULTURE
Spring Semester
THEA 0181
THEA 2306
THEA 3300
THEA 3314
POLS 2312
SOCIAUBEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
ELECTIVE
Summer (Optional)
HOURS 34
4th year
Fall Semester
THEA 0181
THEA 3346
THEA 4303
THEA 4311
THEA 4340
FINE ARTS ELECTIVE
Spring Semester
THEA 0181
THEA 4301
THEA 4304
DNCE 2132 OR 2135 OR 2136
ELECTIVE
ELECTIVE
ELECTIVE
HOURS 31
TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 128
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DESIGN YOUR JOURNEY
College of Liberal Arts - Department of Theatre Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts Acting 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
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
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
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 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 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
*You can ask your freshman advisor about what these requirements are
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
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
FIND YOUR CAREER
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
Apply for on-campus employment
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
Critical Analysis
Work Productively with Others
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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