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 | |
In the B.A. in Interdisciplinary Humanities program in Arts Administration, students will gain a broad understanding of the various administrative functions within arts organizations. 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 employment in a professional environment and additional graduate study in Arts Administration. 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
ADDENDUM - 06/12/2025
In addition to the General Education requirements, students must satisfy all additional State of Florida requirements, including the College-Level Communication and Computation, Civic Literacy, 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 and Degree Requirements sections of this catalog.
General Education Curriculum:
Recommend that students take the following to fulfill their General Education requirements in the following areas:
| MMC 2000 | Principles of Mass Communication 1 | 3 |
| or SPC 2608 | Public Speaking | |
| Choose one based on Fine or Performing Arts Concentration | ||
| ARH 2051 | Western Survey II: Renaissance to Contemporary 2 | 3 |
| MUL 2010 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| THE 2000 | Theatre Appreciation 2 | 3 |
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Communication Elective
- 2
Humanities Breadth
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 by passing an assessment or taking AMH 2020 United States Since 1877 or POS 2041 American Politics.
The 2021 Legislature further amended Florida Statutes, requiring students to complete both a civic literacy course and an exam. In 2024, the Board of Governors made an additional revision, recognizing two new courses meeting the Civic Literacy requirement, AMH 2010 United States to 1877 and AMS 2010 Civil Discourse and the American Political Order. As a result, there are four cohorts of students currently matriculating at Florida public institutions that are 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 initially entering the SUS or FCS before fall 2018 | None |
| Cohort 2: Students initially entering the SUS or FCS in Academic Year 2018 through Academic Year 2020 | Complete a course or Assessment. |
| Cohort 3: Students initially entering the SUS or FCS in Academic Year 2021 through Academic Year 2023 | Course and Assessment. |
| Cohort 4: Students initially entering the SUS or FCS in fall 2024 and thereafter | Course and Assessment. |
Additionally, for Cohorts 3 and 4, approved accelerated mechanisms may meet the course and/or assessment requirement, and students who pass the Florida Civic Literacy Exam (FCLE) in high school are exempt from the postsecondary exam requirement.
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 Pathways. These courses may also fulfill requirements for General Education and Common Prerequisites.
| Mathematical Thinking in Context | ||
| MGF 1130 | Mathematical Thinking | 3 |
| MGF 1131 | Mathematics in Context | 3 |
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 Hours | 24 | |
Major
Arts Administration Core
| HUM 2340 | Introduction to Arts Administration | 3 |
| GRA 2111C | Introduction to Graphic Design | 3 |
| or ADV 3216 | Advertising Graphics I | |
| HUM 3341 | Resource Management in the Arts | 3 |
| HUM 4342 | Arts Communication & Marketing | 3 |
| HUM 4343 | Arts Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
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 4911 | Interdisciplinary Humanities Capstone | 3 |
| Total Hours | 3 | |
Fine or Performing Art Concentration
Students will choose a major concentration in Art & Design, Music, or Theatre.
| Art & Design Track: | ||
| ARH 4830C | Museum and Gallery Studies | 3 |
| 3000/4000 level advisor-approved Studio Art or Art History Electives + | 15 | |
| Music Track: | ||
| MUH 3212 | History of Western Music II: 18th through 20th Centuries + | 3 |
| 3000/4000 level advisor-approved Music Electives + | 15 | |
| Theatre Track: | ||
| TPA 3601 | Stage Management + | 3 |
| THE 3092 | Casting/Advanced Crew/Design 1, + | 3 |
| 3000/4000 level advisor-approved Theatre Electives + | 12 | |
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1 semester hour (sh) for 3 semesters
Major-Related
| COM 3003 | Integrated Advertising & Public Relations Concepts + | 3 |
| MAN 3025 | Management Fundamentals + | 3 |
| MAR 3023 | Marketing 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 Hours | 18-21 | |
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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 | |