Bachelor of Arts in Applied Humanities with Emphasis in Business Administration

at INTO Group- The University of Arizona USA

Be an integral part of the most influential media of our time in film and television ?with a degree that helps shape tomorrow's cultural leaders. The Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television prepares students for creative, business, legal and academic careers in film and television. The program integrates historical and critical analysis with industry studies to cultivate informed and responsible media consumers and creators. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the contemporary media landscape through courses in film and television, including history and aesthetic analysis; industry practices; producing; representations of race, class and gender; global movements; genres; and artists. Students have numerous opportunities to intern with media professionals locally, regionally and in major production centers such as Los Angeles and New York.

Learning Outcomes

• At the completion of the degree Students will be able to understand the historical development of contemporary aesthetic, narrative, and industry practices of film and television
• At the completion of the degree Students will be able to conduct textual analysis of film and television formats and genres
• At the completion of the degree Students will be able to gather and interpret research from primary and secondary sources, such as trade journals, databases, and academic essays
• At the completion of the degree Students will be able to Demonstrate comprehension of how film and television are shaped by the global media economy (production, distribution, and exhibition) and by artistic and cultural forces.
• At the completion of the degree Students will be able to understand the working practices, standards, and collaboration necessary to the creative process of film and television
• At the completion of the degree Students will be able to participate in and contribute to a real world professional environment

Integrate your love of art, passion for social justice and belief in the power of education to help change the world. Students in the Community and Museums emphasis of the Art and Visual Culture Education major gain theoretical knowledge along with practical experience. The course of study for the Bachelor of Fine Arts introduces students to community-based arts education, design pedagogy, civic engagement and social practice - and how those work together. Students interact with practitioners in the field through hands-on experiences, guest lectures, internships and real-life projects. Students learn to design curriculum, facilitate arts programming, fundraise and lead program management. Upon graduation, students embark on careers in arts and education organizations as program coordinators, directors, outreach managers, teaching artists, and advocates in education and social work.

If you thrill when the houselights dim and the curtain opens, then a career in the world of theatre is for you. Get the broad-based skills necessary to find professional work on and off the stage. Students earning a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts receive a broad-based education of the theatrical arts. Students learn to appreciate the relationship of dramatic text to theatrical production; understand the working practices and standards of the professional theatre; communicate artistic intent through acting, directing, design and research; and learn how to organize resources to facilitate the theatrical production process. Coursework stresses critical thinking in verbal and written communication; employs theatre as a lens through which to examine cultural trends; encourages students to develop projects that merge theory and practical applications; and explores the vitality of theatre as a communal expression of gender and cultural diversity.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate an understanding the relationship of dramatic text to theatrical production, the history of theatre and theatre's role in community.
• Know and understand the working practices and standards in the historical, contemporary, and global theatre endeavor
• Communicate artistic intent through acting, directing, design, and/or research and collaborate within a production team.
• Organize time, human and financial resources to facilitate the theatrical production process.

Queer and trans issues stand at the forefront of modern feminist politics. Learn how intersectional dynamics play into the complex societal systems that keep inequality alive. Gender and Women's Studies is an interdisciplinary program that works to contest historical, ongoing and pervasive oppression based on gender, race, sexuality, class, ability and citizenship. Students can opt for an emphasis in Queer, Trans and Sexuality Studies, which focuses on the intersectionality of discrimination. The department, founded in 1975 and led by a renowned faculty, stands at the forefront of feminist research and curriculum, helping students build critical thinking, reading, writing and research skills. This Bachelor of Arts relies heavily on both collaborative engagement and independent study, and students are encouraged to get involved in community organizations.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, theories, histories, and/or methods used in the field Gender & Women¿s Studies.
• Chicana and Latina Studies Concentration in B.A. Major Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, theories, histories, and/or methods in Chicana and Latina Studies as they inform the field of Gender & Women¿s Studies.
• Queer, Transgender, and Sexuality Studies Concentration in B.A. Major Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, theories, histories, and/or methods in Queer, Transgender, and Sexuality Studies as they inform the field of Gender & Women¿s Studies.
• Think critically as demonstrated by the use of synthetic, analytic, or computational/quantitative reasoning in written, spoken or visual form.
• Understand how differences among humans, or between humans and non-humans, have been constructed and organized and why those difference are important.
• Identify, evaluate, and use evidence from information sources following scholarly standards of ethical conduct.
• Write clearly and grammatically.

This math degree provides a solid base for graduate studies in finance and beyond. Students earning a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with an Economics and Business emphasis develop a deep theoretical knowledge of the mathematics underlying economics and finance. They will choose a related minor; options include Finance, Economics, or Personal and Family Financial Planning. Undergraduates gain a foundation in mathematical concepts that can be applied across a variety of industries. Whether students aim to address broader economic issues or prefer to focus on banking, finance or economic forecasting, their skill set will be in high demand.

Deepen your understanding of native communities in North America. In addition to studying languages, traditions and cultures, you'll learn about current issues facing these communities today. The study of American Indians and Alaska Natives establishes an understanding of the relationship between these communities and the U.S., and it sets the groundwork for a career in public policy, government and private business. Students in the Bachelor of Arts in American Indian Studies program explore history, cultural traditions (oral histories, literature, arts) and tribal governments. Students also learn the languages and examine the critical social and political issues in these communities. This holistic approach to studying the diverse native cultures in North America helps students develop a broad-reaching perspective of these important groups. Community service-oriented internships enhance coursework.