BA: Theater and Performance Studies 2023-2024

*previously Performing Arts, Theater

Whether your interest is theatre, music or dance, the Performing Arts program at California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) offers a creative, collaborative and nurturing environment where you can learn from experienced professional artists and grow as an artist yourself.

Visit the program website: https://performingarts.csuci.edu/index.htm
Review the Theatre and Performance Studies Major Requirements

Four Year Academic Roadmap

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  • Fall Freshman

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    THTR100Theatre and Performance Studies in our Communities3Only offered in Fall of odd-numbered years, alternating with THTR 281.MajorC1
    THTR180Acting I: Foundations3Major & GEC1
    GEStudent's ChoiceA2 – Written Communication3Please check English Milestone via your Student Center to verify if you need an additional support course.
    See catalog for course titles & descriptions    		GEA2
    GEStudent's ChoiceA3 - Critical Thinking3See catalog for course titles & descriptionsGEA3
    GEStudent's ChoiceF – Ethnic Studies3Also fulfills Multicultural Perspectives RequirementGE & GraduationF/Multicultural Perspectives

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    Milestones

    • Enroll in at least 30 units a year (average 15 units a semester) to graduate in 4 years
    • Schedule an appointment with a Peer Advisor or Academic Advisor in the Academic Advising Center
    • Attend Major Fair (First Week of October)
    • Audition for the Fall Production
    • Meet with Theatre Faculty Advisor
    • Go to at least one faculty office hour
    • Attend or participate in at least one extra-curricular Performing Arts event on or off campus

    Spring Freshman

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    PA191Production3Major
    THTR181Vocal Empowerment on Stage and Screen3Major & GEA1
    POLS150American Political Institutions3Double-counts as GE:D and American Institutions RequirementsGE & GraduationD/AIR:CA Local & State Govt
    GEStudent's ChoiceB4 – Mathematics-
    Quantitative Reasoning    		3MATH 108 is the recommended Math courses by major or any other B4 course. Please check Math Milestone via your Student Center to verify if you need an additional support course.
    See catalog for course titles & descriptions    		GEB4
    GE/LanguageStudent's ChoiceWill vary3Units may vary between 3-4 units depending on language chosen. Also, double-counts with GE:C2.GE & GraduationC2/Language

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    Milestones

    • Complete Golden 4 GE (A1, A2, A3, and B4)
    • Join a Student Group/Club
    • Audition for the Spring Production
    • Attend Capstone Presentations
    • Meet with Performing Arts Theatre Faculty Advisor prior to enrolling

  • Fall Sophomore

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    THTR238Global Theatre and Performance in History I3Major & GEC1
    THTR281Only offered in Fall of even-numbered years, alternating with THTR 100.3Major
    GEStudent's ChoiceB1 - Physical Science4Take a B1 with B3 (lab) if missing lab requirement
    See catalog for course titles & descriptions    		GEB1/B3
    GEStudent's ChoiceE - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development3See catalog for course titles & descriptionsGEE
    GEStudent's ChoiceD - Social Sciences3See catalog for course titles & descriptions. Course must be a different subject than Political Science.GED

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    Milestones

    • Audition for the Fall Production
    • Meet with Theatre Faculty Advisor
    • Attend or participate in at least one extra-curricular Performing Arts event on or off campus

    Spring Sophomore

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    THTR280Acting II3Major
    GEStudent's ChoiceB2 - Life Science3Take B2 with B3 (lab) if missing lab requirement
    See catalog for course titles & descriptions    		GEB2/B3
    HISTStudent's ChoiceUS History3Choose one: HIST 270, 271, 272, 275. CHS 350 is an option, however, will need to be taken in semester 5 or laterGraduationUS History
    Free ElectiveStudent's Choice Will vary3Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.Graduation
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceWill vary3Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.Graduation

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    Milestones

    • Seek a leadership position in a student organization
    • Apply for internships, study abroad, or a research opportunity (depending on interests)
    • Consider adding a minor
    • Audition for the Spring Production
    • Meet with Performing Arts Theatre Faculty Advisor prior to enrolling
    • Attend Capstone Presentations

  • Fall Junior

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    THTR333Topics in Theatre & Performance Studies3Repeat twice in two different topics.Major & GEUDGE C
    THTR382Directing3Only offered in Fall of odd-numbered years, alternating with THTR 380.Major
    PA391Advanced Production3Major
    UDGEStudent's ChoiceUDGE D - Social Sciences3See catalog for course titles & descriptionsGEUDGE D
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceWill vary3Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.GraduationUnit Requirement

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    Milestones

    • Meet w/Graduate Studies Center
    • Meet w/Career Development Services
    • Audition for the Fall Production
    • Meet with Theatre Faculty Advisor

    Spring Junior

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    THTR338Global Theatre and Performance in History II3Major & GEUDGE C
    THTR333Topics in Theatre & Performance Studies3Repeat twice in two different topics.Major & GEUDGE C
    THTR381Performance and Presence on Stage and Screen3Major
    UDGEStudent's ChoiceUDGE B - Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning3See catalog for course titles & descriptionsGEUDGE B
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceWill vary3Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.Other

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    Milestones

    • Meet w/Graduate Studies Center
    • Meet w/Career Development & Alumni Engagement
    • Audition for the Spring Production
    • Attend Capstone presentations

  • Fall Senior

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    THTR344Global Theatre and Performance Literatures3Also fulfills Multicultural Perspectives RequirementMajor & GraduationMulticultural Perspectives
    THTR380Acting III: Performance Styles3Only offered in Fall of even-numbered years, alternating with THTR 382.Major
    PA391Production3Recommended for a second semester, otherwise this can be a free elective.Major
    THTR481Research Methods for Stage and Screen3Major & GWAR
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceWill vary3Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.GraduationUnit Requirement

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    Milestones

    • Apply for Graduation (Priority deadline – October 1st)
    • Meet w/Academic Advisor for Grad Check
    • Meet w/Graduate Studies Center
    • Meet w/Career Development Services

    Spring Senior

    Course AreaCourse NumberCourse TitleUnitsNotesRequirements MetGE Categories
    THTR480Acting IV: Preparation for Professional Performance3Major
    THTR499Capstone: Community Collaboration in Theatre & Performance Studies3Major
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceWill vary3Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.GraduationUnit Requirement
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceWill vary3Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.GraduationUnit Requirement
    Free ElectiveStudent's ChoiceWill vary3Needed for 120 Unit Requirement - Can be any class, any major, any level 100-299 or 100-499 that you have not earned previous credit for.GraduationUnit Requirement

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    Milestones

    • Attend Grad Fest
    • Invest time in your Capstone project
    • Attend the Career Fair
    • Join a professional organization at a student rate
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