Visual Media B.A.S.
(The Visual Media B.A.S program has been placed on hold for the 2023-2024 academic year.)
Mission Statement
The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Visual Media is a unique program in Nevada, designed to allow students with an existing AAS in Videography to build on their existing production skills and earn a baccalaureate degree. The program contains classes in film/media theory, advanced production, and senior-level capstone projects. It also allows students to complement their film and media production skills with classes in communications and business.
Admissions Requirement
- Completion of an AAS degree in Photography with a Video and Film Emphasis
Learning Outcomes
A student who successfully completes the BAS in Visual Media can:
1. Apply a knowledge of the historical development of visual media to analyses of cinematic texts and to the production of historically informed visual narratives;
2. Apply critical frames and theoretical models to analyses of cinematic and texts and to the production of socially conscious and theoretically grounded visual narratives;
3. Demonstrate skilled use of equipment and technology in the production of visual narratives;
4 Demonstrate creative development practices resulting in complex, engaging, and innovative visual narratives;
5. Apply visual media knowledge and production skills in professional preparation and/or community or industry engagement.
Curriculum
Recommended Schedule
A recommended course sequence for Visual Media B.A.S. is provided for students as guidance to complete their major in four years.
Completion of an AAS Degree in Photography with a Videography and Film Emphasis (at least 60 credits) prior to entering the program
College Core Curriculum (31-36 credits)
(A number of categories may be fulfilled by AAS degree coursework. This will be confirmed by NSC Office of Admissions & Recruitment upon receipt of an official AAS transcript.)
English (3 credits)
Mathematics (3 credits)
| MATH 120 | Fundamentals of College Mathematics | 3.00 |
Natural Sciences (4 credits)
Refer to the Natural Sciences section of the Core Curriculum
Social Sciences (3 credits)
Refer to the Social Sciences section of the Core Curriculum
Fine Arts (3 credits)
Refer to the Fine Arts section of the Core Curriculum
Humanities (6 credits)
Refer to the Humanities section of the Core Curriculum
Constitution (3-6 credits)
Refer to the Constitution section of the Core Curriculum
Cultural Diversity (3 credits)
Refer to the Cultural Diversity section of the Core Curriculum
Visual Media Major Courses
Theory/Criticism (12 credits)
Choose 12 credits from the list below.
Production and Business (12 credits)
Choose 12 credits from any of the classes listed below.
Capstone (6 credits)
Electives
Take upper-division (300-400 level) electives as required to fulfill the BAS degree requirements of 30 upper-division credits at NSC. Complete additional electives (lower- or upper-division) as needed to get to 120 total credits.
Summary of credits requirements for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Visual Media
AAS Degree
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At least 60
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Additional Lower Division Core Classes and Electives
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0-15 |
Visual Media Major Courses
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30 |
Electives (as needed to bring total credits to 120, fulfill Upper Division Residency at Nevada State College, and 4-Year Institution credits)
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15-30 |
Total Credits
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120 |