PHOT, BFA, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography
Sample Plan for New Students
The example below assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have successfully completed an equivalent to the following:
| Seattle University Course Number and Title | Washington State Community College Common Course Number |
|---|---|
| Language 1150, 1250, and 1350 | Foreign Language or ASL 121, 122 and 123 or demonstrated proficiency |
| HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310 | HIST& 126, 127, 128, 136, 137, 146, 147 or 148 |
| ART 1200 Drawing I | ART 120 (BC), ART 111 (Seattle) |
| PHOT 1600 Black and White Photography Seminar I | ART 150 (Bellevue), ART 163 and 170 (Seattle) |
| PHOT 2600 Black and White Photography Seminar II | See Department |
| ARTH 2120 Survey of Western Art II | ART 203 (Bellevue), ART 253 (Seattle) |
| ARTD 2710 Digital Imaging | See Department |
Visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide for more information. Some courses not listed on the Transfer Equivalency Guide may still transfer to SU.
For courses not found on this tool, compare course descriptions with SU’s course catalog to determine equivalent courses at your college/university:
http://catalog.seattleu.edu/
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required for Degree: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated
proficiency - Credits in major: 87
- GPA cumulative minimum: 2.0
- GPA major minimum: 2.0
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module II * (5) | FILM 3100 Filmmaking II * (5) | ARTH 3410 History of Modernism* or ARTH 3400 Art Since 1945* (5) |
| Course 2 | PHOT 4800 Documentary Photography Social Change * (5) |
ARTH 3420 History of Photography * (5) | PHOT 3600 Light Control for Photography * (3) |
| Course 3 | FILM 2100 Filmmaking I (5) | 3000/4000 Level Major Elective (3) | FILM 2000 Intro to Film & Media (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
- Submit Course Plan for approval via mySeattleU
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module II * (5) | UCOR Module II * (5) | UCOR Module III * (5) |
| Course 2 | 3000/4000 Level Major Elective (3) | PHOT 4120 Theory and Methods in Photography* (5) | ART 4850 Contemporary Practices In Portfolio (5) |
| Course 3 | PHOT 3650 Business of Photo (3) | 3000/4000 Level Major Elective (3) | PHOT 4950 Internship (2) |
| Course 4 | PHOT 3780 Photography Production Seminar (5) |
General Elective (5) | General Elective (3) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with Advisor for Senior Graduation Check
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III.
See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See
my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for
course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have
different Core requirements.
Satisfied in Major: Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges OR
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- 9 credits of 3000/4000 level ART/ARTD/ARTH/PHOT electives
required. May include 5 credits from the following: FILM 3110* or
3107. - Documentary Emphasis: Students who wish to pursue an
emphasis in documentary photography will satisfy the
9 credit major elective requirement by completing documentary
photography/film classes as approved by the student’s advisor for
The photography major. - Faculty will review the student portfolio upon completion of
sophomore year, or equivalent, to determine eligibility to continue
in the photography major.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Find the perfect spot to study at the Lemieux Library.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degre plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.