The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography at Seattle University invites you to explore the dynamic intersection of visual art, critical theory, and social impact. You will delve into diverse photographic modes and methodologies, responding to contemporary and historical issues of social justice through your creative practice. This undergraduate degree is ideal for aspiring artists who wish to develop a critical understanding of photographic history and theory while mastering professional-level techniques. You will engage with a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts, fostering both artistic expression and a deep awareness of the world around you.
This full-time, on-campus BFA program is structured over four years, providing you with hands-on experience in state-of-the-art digital labs, alternative processes darkrooms, and lighting studios. You will build a robust portfolio through assignments that emphasize photographic technique, critical theory, and professional exhibition standards, including opportunities for a photography internship. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of visual culture studies and the business of photography, prepared for diverse career paths in the arts and media industries, or for further graduate study.