Nov 22, 2024  
2011-2012 University Catalog 
    
2011-2012 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

Studio Photography Minor


This minor is designed to give the student mastery of the full range of camera formats from a 35mm small format, up to a 4x5 studio view camera. Technical training covers electronic strobe and tungsten studio lighting, as well as color transparency film and conventional black-and-white, and color photographic print materials and techniques. Advanced-level classes concentrate on design and creative approaches to staged and directed shooting.

  • Photography majors may not declare a Studio Photography minor.
  • Students must meet eligibility requirements, which may include a satisfactory grade point average, prerequisites, and departmental portfolio review.
  • Intent to complete a minor is declared by filing the completed Minor Declaration Form with the Office of the Registrar. The forms are available in the Office of the Registrar.
  • Courses applied to the minor may only be applied toward elective requirements.
  • Generally, no substitutions to the minor requirements are allowed. The minor advisor may permit a substitution only in exceptional situations.
  • The requirements of the minor must be completed prior to graduation.
  • Completing a minor may require a student to take more than the minimum number of credits necessary to earn the undergraduate degree in order to also complete the minor. 
  • Minors are available only to undergraduate students.

Requirements for the Minor