Academic
Catalog August 2009 - August 2010 Undergraduate
and Graduate
To earn this degree, you must complete at least 120 units of coursework, which we describe in the sections that follow:
at least 35 units of liberal studies requirements. Be aware that you may not use courses with a TH prefix to satisfy these liberal studies requirements. Contact your department for information about liberal studies courses that are specific to this major.
at least 50 units of major requirements
at least 18 units of minor requirements
elective courses, if needed, to reach an overall total of at least 120 units
Be aware that some courses required for your degree may have prerequisites that you must also take. Check the courses in the appropriate subject. (You may be able to count these prerequisites toward your liberal studies or general elective credit.)
Please note that you must complete NAU’s diversity requirements by taking two 3-unit courses, one in U.S. ethnic diversity and one in global diversity awareness. These courses may be used to meet other requirements within your academic plan if you choose them carefully. Click here for a list of the available diversity courses.
Also be aware that NAU requires that at least 30 units of the courses you take for your degree must be upper-division courses (those numbered 300 and above).
You must have a grade of C or better in ENG 105 and all courses required for your major as well as a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 in your major.
Be aware that we will only accept up to half of the courses required for your major as transfer credit.
Finally, please note that you may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement; however, you must still meet the total of at least 120 units to graduate. Contact your advisor for details.
You must complete the 50 units described in this section, including core requirements and a focus.
You take 35 units of core requirements.
TH 113 (three credits of TH 113 worth 1 credit hour each should be taken in the first three semesters with an additional TH 113 consisting of 2 credit hours in any following semester for a total of 5 credit hours), TH 130, 135, 331, and 352 (17 units)
6 units from TH 122, 123 or 124
TH 202, 204 or 263 (3 units)
TH 451 (3 units)
TH 341W, which meets Northern Arizona University’s junior writing requirement (3 units)
TH 490C, which meets Northern Arizona University’s senior capstone requirement (3 units)
You also take 15 units in either the performance, design and technology, or theatre studies focus, as described in the following sections.
Design and Technology Students take these 15 units:
TH 126, 127, and 404 (9 units)
plus
3 units from TH 202, 204, or 263
and
3 units from TH 363, 423, or 440
Students take these 15 units:
TH 112 and 235 (4 units)
TH 222 (3 units)
6 units from TH 432, 452, and 472
plus 2 additional units of TH coursework
Students take these 15 units:
15 additional units of TH coursework approved by your advisor
You must complete a minor of at least 18 units from those described in this catalog. In consultation with your advisor, you should select a minor that’s appropriate for your career aspirations and educational needs. Your minor advisor will advise you about this part of your academic plan.
Additional coursework is required, if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.
You may take these remaining courses from any academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you. (Please note that you may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren’t used to meet major, minor, or liberal studies requirements.)
Click here for more information about Theatre undergraduate courses, graduate courses, and Theatre faculty.