I. ASCRC Symbolic Systems Request (Date Approved)
Use to request the general Group III Exception: Symbolic Systems for degree programs
or options. Please complete a separate form for each degree requesting the exception.
Degree or Degree Option*
Bachelors of Fine Arts in Theatre
Dept/Program
Approved Symbolic System(s)
*For options include all degree requirements followed by
the option requirements.
SchoolofTheatre&Dance
Acting– THTR210,211,and310
Design/Technology– THTR255and345or355
II. Endorsement/Approvals
Complete the form and obtain signatures before submitting to Faculty Senate Office
Please type / print name Signature
Date
Requestor
John DeBoer
Phone / Email john.deboer@umontana.edu
Program Chair Mike Monsos
Dean
StephenKalm
III: Justification: Please explain why the program of study requires over 48 credits for a
first baccalaureate degree:
The professional BFA training programs in the School of Theatre and Dance require a heavy
credit load of the students to meet accreditation standards set by the National Association for
School of Theatre. Students take a total of 62-66 credits depending on their emphasis. This load
meets the Board of Regents benchmark of an extended Major.
IV. Degree Requirements: (1) List all courses required for the major and the credits
earned. Courses that apply toward the 48-credit threshold include all requirements for the
primary major and designated pre-requisite courses (2) Subtract general education credits
fulfilled by these requirements. Example: If a major requires PHSX 205N-208N (totaling 10
credits), only 4 credits apply towards the 48 credit threshold since 6 credits are needed to fulfill
general education group XI (Natural Sciences).
Core Requirements
THTR 103 Introduction to House Management
1
THTR 106A Theatre Production I: Running Crew
1
THTR 107A Theatre Production I: Construction Crew
3
THTR 202 Stagecraft I: Lighting/Costumes
3
THTR 203 Stagecraft II: Scenery/Props
3
THTR 206 Theatre Production II: Running Crew
1
THTR 220 Acting I
3
THTR 235L Dramatic Literature
3
THTR 330H-331Y Theatre History I, II
6
THTR 375 Directing I
3
Subtotal
15
Acting Requirements
THTR 210 Voice and Speech I
2
THTR 211 Voice and Speech II
2
THTR 221 Acting II
3
THTR 229A Production Acting I
1
THTR 249 Stage Makeup
2
THTR 310 Voice and Speech III
3
THTR 315 Physical Performance Skills I
2
THTR 316 Physical Performance Skills II
2
THTR 320 Acting III
3
THTR 321 Acting IV
3
THTR 329 Production Acting II
1
THTR 415 Physical Performance Skills III
3
THTR 420 Acting V
3
THTR 421 Acting VI
3
THTR 425 Acting VII: Studio
3
THTR 429 Production Acting III
1
THTR 481 Advanced Acting: Personal Performance
3
THTR 484 Advanced Acting: Professional Skills
3
THTR 499 Senior Project
1
Subtotal
44
Design/Technology Requirements
THTR 102A Introduction to Theatre Design
3
THTR 106A Theatre Production I: Running Crew
1
THTR 107A Theatre Production I: Construction Crew (repeat once)
6
THTR 155 Drawing Fundamentals for Theatre
3
THTR 206 Theatre Production II: Running Crew
1
THTR 255 Drafting for the Theatre I
3
THTR 307 Production Construction I
3
THTR 370 Stage Management
2
Junior Project: THTR 308 Production Team I or 309 Production Design I 2
THTR 345 Flat Pattern Design & Drafting or 355 Computer Aided Drafting & Application
3
Senior Project: THTR 408 Production Team II or 409 Production Design II 3
Electives (minimum of 12 upper-division; by advisement)
18
Subtotal
48
Total Credits (Excluding General Education Credits): 59-63
V. Option Requirements:
Total Credits (Excluding General Education Credits):
Please note: Programs granted a symbolic-systems exception to the general education modern
and classical languages requirement will have to reapply every four years to keep the
exception. The application will require an up-to-date accounting showing that the 48-credit
threshold is exceeded.