Minor in Photography

The minor in photography offers a structured and in-depth path to students who want to pursue deeper learning in fine art photography or photojournalism as a complement to their major field of study. Students who combine their majors with a minor in photography leave GW better prepared to work in the arts or media and, most importantly, able to understand the role of visual representation as it relates to their careers in any field. 

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This Bulletin covers the degree requirements for students matriculating in the current academic year. Students who matriculated before the current year can find their requirements in the relevant archived Bulletin.

The following requirements must be fulfilled: 18 credits, including 6 credits in required courses and 12 credits in electives courses.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Required
CAH 2162	History of Photography
One course from the following:
CSA 1501	Black and White Photography Fundamentals
CSA 1502	Introduction to Digital Color Photography
Electives
3 credits in any photography, photojournalism, or other studio course taken at any level in the CPJ or CSA subject areas.
9 credits in photography or photojournalism in any CPJ courses taken at the 2000 to 4000 level and/or any CSA courses numbered with 5 as the second digit.