NSU 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog

252 Nova Southeastern University • Undergraduate Student Catalog • 2014–2015 FARQUHAR COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Dance Major Learning Outcomes The successful dance graduate is expected to: 1. Exhibit proficiency in various dance techniques and styles; 2. Identify and evaluate historical, cultural and stylistic forms of dance; 3. Demonstrate personal artistry in the creation of dance performances; 4. Explain the movement of the body in relation to dance. Dance Major Curriculum General Education Requirements (30 credits) Students are required to complete 30 credit hours as part of theGeneral Education Program. For specific course requirements, refer to the General Education Program section in the Academic Resources and Procedures segment of this catalog. Dance Major Requirements (47 credits) Core Courses (44 credits) DANC 1200 Ballet I (3 credits) DANC 1400 Jazz Dance I (3 credits) DANC 1600 Modern Dance I (3 credits) DANC 2101 Dance Laboratory I (1 credit) DANC 2102 Dance Laboratory II (1 credit) DANC 2103 Dance Laboratory III (1 credit) DANC 2104 Dance Laboratory IV (1 credit) DANC 2400 Jazz Dance II (3 credits) DANC 2600 Modern Dance II (3 credits) DANC 3100 Dance Improvisation (3 credits) DANC 3200 Dance History (3 credits) DANC 3500 Global Dance Perspectives (3 credits) DANC 3550 World Dance (3 credits) DANC 3600 Modern Dance III (3 credits) DANC 4000 Dance Composition (3 credits) DANC 4300 Dance Choreography (3 credits) THEA 2060 Technical Theatre (3 credits) THEA 4930 Senior Seminar (1 credit) Major Electives (3 credits) Select 3 credits from the following courses: DANC 3900 Advanced Studio Technique (3 credits) DANC 4950 Internship in Dance (3 credits) The Bachelor of Arts degree requires at least 24 credits of coursework from the following disciplines: ARTS, DANC, FILM, HIST, HUMN, LITR, MUSC, PHIL, and THEA, as well as an intermediate degree of competency in a foreign language (generally, a minimum of 6 credits or another demonstration of competency). Music Major The music major blends traditional music education with the technological and professional requirements of today’s job market. The curriculum is compact, with areas of focus in vocal performance, piano performance, instrumental performance, and commercial and popular music. The music core builds fundamental skills in analytical thinking through theoretical study and develops written communication ability within broad historical contexts. The emphases focus on problem solving and adaptability in production and performance.