Fine Arts: Photography
| College: | Arts and Sciences |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Bachelor of Fine Arts |
| Major: | Fine Arts |
| Concentration: | Photography |
| Effective Term: | Fall 2023 |
The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the University of North Florida. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.
The Photography program is designed for the serious student who is interested in exploring the expressive potential of photography. Students are challenged to pursue their own direction through a curriculum that emphasizes technical instruction, critical thinking, and experimentation. Course selection includes: analog and digital practice; studio fundamentals focused upon technique and the aesthetics of portraiture and still life; historical processes; history, criticism and professional practice. Visit the Photography webpage for more information.
Career Planning
Engaging in career planning activities is significant to student success. UNF offers customized career centers to deliver targeted programs, events, services and resources. First-Year students should visit the Career Services webpage and Sophomore or higher level students with a declared COAS major should visit the College of Arts and Sciences Career Success Center.
Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.
Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.
- Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection is contingent upon appropriate placement score, the student's major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc).
- Photography majors and minors are required to have or purchase selected camera equipment and materials. Visit the Required Materials link on the Photography webpage for details.
- Independent study courses in any fine arts area require approval of the department chairperson.
- Students will complete PGY4944C Photo Practicum for a total of 12 semester hours. Some course content/titles for PGY4944C Photo Practicum include: Public Places/Urban Spaces; Fabrication/Manipulation; Alternative Camera; and Personal Documents. Prerequisites for the Photo Practicum courses will vary. Consult the course schedule or an academic advisor.
- ARH4710 History of Photography (Offered Fall Term only) is listed on the map in Term 5, but it may be completed in Term 3. PGY4205C Studio Fundamentals (Offered Spring Term only) is listed on the map in Term 6, but it may be completed in Term 4.
- Ideally, all Photography Major Requirement courses should be completed prior to PGY4476C Photography Portfolio. Faculty advise no more than one 3000 or 4000 level PGY course be taken in the last semester with PGY4476C Photography Portfolio.
- Department of Art and Design first day attendance rule: any student absent the first day without advanced notice to a department representative, will be administratively dropped from the course.
- Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2020 or POS 2041) and by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
- A minimum of 120 hours (48 hours at the upper 3000/4000 level) is required for the bachelor's degree. Students may need to complete Free Elective credit at the upper level (3000/4000) to satisfy the minimum 48 semester hours of upper level hours for graduation. For additional information, visit the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Office webpage.
Term 1: Attempted Hours 0-15
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose | 3 |
| ART1300C Drawing I (Program Prerequisite) | 3 |
| ART1201C Two-Dimensional Design (Program Prerequisite) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Total Hours: | 15 |
Term 2: Attempted Hours 16-30
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| ENC1143 (GW) Evidence and Style OR IDS1932 First Year IDS Writing Seminar | 3 |
| PGY2401C Introduction to Photography | 3 |
| ART2301C Drawing II (Program Prerequisite) | 3 |
| ART2203C Three-Dimensional Design (Program Prerequisite) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Total Hours: | 15 |
| Mile Marker(s) ART1300C Drawing I Minimum Grade C ART1201C Two-Dimensional Design Minimum Grade C PGY2401C Introduction to Photography Minimum Grade C ART2301C Drawing II Minimum Grade C ART2203C Three-Dimensional Design Minimum Grade C |
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Term 3: Attempted Hours 31-45
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Select a third Gen Ed Written Communication Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| PGY3820C Intro to Digital Imaging | 3 | |
| PGY3410C Intermediate Photography | 3 | |
| ARH2050 Art History Survey I (Program Prerequisite) | 3 | |
| Select one: Intro Media course at 1000/2000 Level with ART, GRA or PGY Prefix (Program Prerequisite) | 3 | |
| NOTE: ARH4710 History of Photography (offered Fall Term only), may be taken in Term 3 | ||
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
| Mile Marker(s) ARH2050 Art History Survey I Minimum Grade C PGY3820C Intro to Digital Imaging Minimum Grade C |
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Term 4: Attempted Hours 46-60
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ARH2051 Art History Survey II (Program Prerequisite) | 3 | |
| Select one: Intro Media course at 1000/2000 Level with ART, GRA or PGY Prefix (Program Prerequisite) | 3 | |
| PGY4944C Photo Practicum (Course titles and course prerequisites vary by term. Review Class Schedule) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| NOTE: PGY4205C Studio Fundamentals (offered Spring Term only, may be taken in Term 4) | ||
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
| Mile Marker(s) PGY3410C Intermediate Photography Minimum Grade C ARH2051 Art History Survey II Minimum Grade C Two Intro to Media courses Minimum Grade of C |
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Term 5: Attempted Hours 61-75
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PGY3824C Color Photography (Offered Fall term only) | 3 | |
| ARH4710 History of Photography (If not taken previously. Offered Fall Term only.) | 3 | |
| PGY4944C Photo Practicum (Course titles and course prerequisites vary by term. Review Class Schedule) | 3 | |
| Select a Major Elective (See options in university catalog, or Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a Major Elective (See options in university catalog, or Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
| Mile Marker(s) PGY3824C Color Photography Minimum Grade C |
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Term 6: Attempted Hours 76-90
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| PGY4443C Alternative Photo Processes (Offered Spring term only) | 3 | |
| PGY4944C Photo Practicum (Course titles and course prerequisites vary by term. Review Class Schedule) | 3 | |
| PGY4205C Studio Fundamentals (If not taken previously. Offered Spring Term only.) | 3 | |
| NOTE: Faculty recommend that no more than one 3000 or 4000 level PGY course be taken in the last term with PGY4476C Photography Portfolio | ||
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
| Mile Marker(s) PGY4205C Studio Fundamentals Minimum Grade C General Education Requirements Civic Literacy Requirement |
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Term 7: Attempted Hours 91-105
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PGY3276C Professional Practices OR ART4965C Professional Practices Must be completed before enrolling in PGY4476C Photography Portfolio (Term 8) |
3 | |
| PGY4218C Advanced Studio Practice (Offered Fall term only) | 3 | |
| PGY4944C Photo Practicum (Course titles and course prerequisites vary by term. Review Class Schedule) | 3 | |
| Select a Major Elective (See options in university catalog, or Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 3 | |
| NOTE: Faculty recommend that no more than one 3000 or 4000 level PGY course be taken in the last term with PGY4476C Photography Portfolio | ||
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
| Mile Marker(s) PGY3276C OR ART4965C Prof Practices Minimum Grade C |
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Term 8: Attempted Hours 106-120
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| PGY4476C Photography Portfolio (Offered Spring term only) | 3 |
| Select a Major Elective (See options in university catalog, or Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective(If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
| Total Hours: | 15 |
Total Program Hours: |
120 |