COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre program at Texas State University requires a total of 120 credit hours and is structured across four years to balance general education, theatre studies, and interdisciplinary learning. In the freshman year, students complete foundational courses in English, government, communication, and introductory theatre, including performance and creative arts classes, along with a university seminar to build academic skills. The sophomore year expands both academic and artistic development, including intermediate theatre courses, electives, philosophy, mathematics, history, and modern language studies, helping students build critical thinking and communication abilities while strengthening their theatre background. During the junior year, the curriculum emphasizes flexibility and specialization, where students continue modern language studies, take science courses, and begin or progress in a minor field alongside multiple theatre electives, allowing them to tailor their education based on personal interests and career goals. The senior year focuses on advanced theatre coursework, including capstone-level classes, literature studies, and additional electives or minor requirements, ensuring students gain deeper analytical and scholarly insight into theatre. Throughout the program, theatre electives play a key role, giving students opportunities to explore various aspects such as acting, design, history, and dramaturgy. The inclusion of a minor and courses from other disciplines highlights the program’s interdisciplinary nature, enabling students to combine theatre with fields like literature, science, or technology. Overall, the curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive education that develops research, writing, analytical thinking, and creative skills, preparing graduates for diverse career paths in theatre, education, arts administration, or further academic study.