The MFA degree provides advanced study for students pursuing a career in Photography. Studio courses focus on the techniques necessary to develop and master technical skills as well as a high level of concept and critical thinking. Graduate Liberal Arts courses promote the expression of ideas and effective communication utilizing visual, oral and written presentation skills. The program culminates with an independent Thesis Project. Students will graduate from the program equipped with a portfolio of work and prepared for professional opportunities in the field of Photography.
MIDPOINT PRESENTATION
Studio
Studio
Graduate Liberal Arts
__________ 9 units
Directed Study
Directed Study
Graduate Liberal Arts
__________ 9 units
WINTER Intersession
SPRING
Studio
Studio
Studio
__________ 9 units
Directed Study
Directed Study
Elective
__________ 9 units
FINAL PRESENTATION
Directed Study
Directed Study
__________ 6 units
JUNE Intersession
SUMMER
Studio
Graduate Liberal Arts
__________ 6 units
Elective
Graduate Liberal Arts
__________ 6 units
Totals
24 units
24 units
15 units
Master of Fine Arts Degree
NOTES
Graduation plans may vary by individual degree progress
Graduate Academic Advisor approval is required for course loads exceeding 12 units for Fall or Spring semesters and exceeding 6 units in Summer semesters