Humanities, Interdisciplinary

Degree:Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Major:Interdisciplinary Humanities
Specialization:Arts Administration
Department:Theatre
Building 82, Room 231
850-857-6057
http://uwf.edu/programs/cassh/inter-humanities-ba-arts-administration
College:Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities
CIP Code:24.0103
Semester Hours Required For Degree: 120

ADDENDUM - 4/23/2025

The B.A. in Interdisciplinary Humanities program affords students the opportunity to select one of two specializations: Arts Administration or Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Students should note that courses taken for the chosen discipline may not be used to complete the requirements for additional majors or minors.

Program Requirements

In addition to the University’s general requirements, students seeking the B.A. in Interdisciplinary Humanities must meet the requirements listed below. A grade of “C” or higher must be earned in all courses used to fulfill major requirements. Additionally, Students must earn a 2.50 cumulative GPA in the major. No more than 24% of the program requirements for this degree may be in traditional business subjects.

Arts Administration Specialization

Students in Arts Administration will gain a broad understanding of the various administrative functions within any arts organization. These functions include but are not limited to Marketing, Fundraising, and Management. The student also receives intensive training in the chosen artistic discipline including Art & Design, Music, or Theatre. The program offers a solid foundation for either employment in a professional environment or additional graduate study in Arts Administration.

General Education

In addition to the General Education requirements listed on this page, students must satisfy all additional University requirements, including the College-Level Communication and Computation, Multicultural, and Foreign Language requirements. With appropriate planning and coordination with an academic advisor, students may satisfy some of the general University requirements through the General Education curriculum. For a complete listing of general degree requirements, refer to the State University Requirements section of this catalog.

General Education Curriculum: 

Recommend that students take the following to fulfill their General Education requirements in the following areas:

MMC 2000Principles of Mass Communication 13
SPC 2608Public Speaking 23
Choose one based on Fine or Performing Arts Concentration
ARH 2051Western Survey II: Renaissance to Contemporary 33
MUL 2010Music Appreciation3
THE 2000Theatre Appreciation 33
1

Social Sciences Breadth

2

Humanities Breadth

3

Humanities Breadth

Multicultural Requirement

Civic Literacy Requirement

The 2017 Florida Legislature amended Section 1007.25, Florida Statutes, to require students initially entering a State University System (SUS) and/or Florida College System (FCS) institution in 2018-2019 and thereafter to demonstrate competency in civic literacy. The 2021 Legislature further amended Florida Statutes, requiring students to complete both a civic literacy course and an exam. As a result, there are three cohorts of students currently matriculating at Florida public institutions subject to varying requirements. As demonstrated in the table below, the exact civic literacy requirements are based on the academic term in which a student first enrolled in a Florida public institution.

Students Included in Cohort Civic Literacy Competency Requirement
Cohort 1: Students first entering the SUS or FCS prior to fall 2018 None
Cohort 2: Students first entering the SUS or FCS in fall 2018 – summer A 2021 Complete a course or exam (course options AMH 2020, POS 2041 )
Cohort 3: Students first entering the SUS or FCS in summer B 2021 (on or after July 1, 2021) and thereafter Complete both a course and exam (course options AMH 2020, POS 2041)

Additionally, the 2021 Legislature made two additional exceptions: approving the use of accelerated mechanisms for meeting the course competency requirement and exempting high school students who pass the Florida Civic Literacy Exam in high school from the postsecondary exam requirement. These two changes are in effect for Cohort 3.

There are multiple ways to satisfy this requirement. Students should work with their academic advisor to determine which option is best for their degree requirements/degree plan. 

Additional information can be found on our Civic Literacy website, SUS regulation BOG 8.006 and Florida Statute s.1007.25(4,a-b).

Mathematics Pathway

Students are advised to complete the following courses to fulfill the mathematics pathway that aligns with the mathematics skills needed for success in their program and their career goals. Students should refer to their academic advisor for questions about the math pathway for their program. For information about this requirement, refer to the catalog page for Mathematics PathwaysThese courses may also fulfill requirements for General Education and Common Prerequisites. 

Mathematical Thinking in Context
MGF 1130Mathematical Thinking3
MGF 1131Mathematics in Context3

Common Prerequisites

State-mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. See the Common Prerequisite Manual for course substitutions from Florida colleges and universities.

There are no specified common prerequisites for this major. All Florida College System students are encouraged to complete the Associate degree. Students should consult with an academic advisor in their major degree area at the intended transfer institution.

Lower Division Electives 

Students must complete sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to satisfy at least 60 semester hours (sh) in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4000) to meet this elective requirement.24
Total Hours24

Major

Arts Administration Core

HUM 2340Introduction to Arts Administration3
GRA 2111CIntroduction to Graphic Design3
or ADV 3216 Advertising Graphics I
HUM 3341Resource Management in the Arts3
HUM 4342Arts Communication & Marketing3
HUM 4343Arts Entrepreneurship3
Total Hours15

Capstone Experience

The Capstone Experience will consist of an internship in the administration department of a concentration-appropriate nonprofit arts organization. Students will also be required to submit a paper outlining their internship at its conclusion.

HUM 4911Interdisciplinary Humanities Capstone3
Total Hours3

Fine or Performing Art Concentration

Students will choose a major concentration in Art & Design, Music, or Theatre.

Art & Design Track:
ARH 4830CMuseum and Gallery Studies3
3000/4000 level advisor-approved Studio Art or Art History Electives +15
Music Track:
MUH 3212History of Western Music II: 18th through 20th Centuries +3
3000/4000 level advisor-approved Music Electives +15
Theatre Track:
TPA 3601Stage Management +3
THE 3092Casting/Advanced Crew/Design 1, +3
3000/4000 level advisor-approved Theatre Electives +12
1

1 semester hour (sh) for 3 semesters

Major-Related

COM 3003Integrated Advertising & Public Relations Concepts +3
MAN 3025Management Fundamentals +3
MAR 3023Marketing Fundamentals +3
Choose from one of the following Accounting requirements:3-6
Accounting for Non-Majors +
Principles of Financial Accounting
and Principles of Managerial Accounting
Choose one of the following:3
Writing for Public Relations +
Writing Critical Reviews +
Professional and Technical Writing +
Business and Professional Communication +
Advisor Approved Communications Elective (ADV, COM, JOU, or PUR) +3
Total Hours18-21
+

Courses included in the major GPA.

Upper Division Electives

Students must complete sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF’s requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or complete all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater.6-9