PH 4150 - Photography BFA Senior Thesis

Credits: 3

This capstone course focuses on preparing students for the transition from an academic context to one of professional practice in photography. Students will examine goals, objectives, and photographic work as they apply to the Graduation Exhibition and professional practice opportunities. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have produced a body of work that addresses their degree focus as well as preparations for professional practice.

Prerequisites: PH 4250 - Special Topics in Photo Media or CP 3720 - Conceptual Projects

Corequisites: PH 4000 - Senior Portfolio Review

Notes: Must be taken in one of the last two terms.

Course Learning Outcomes:

Create a well-developed body of work that synthesizes students degree focus.
Prepare a marketing plan.
Produce a professional portfolio meeting industry standards.
Develop advanced methods of ideation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.