This degree prepares students for transfer to a four-year university. Students completing this degree will have an introductory foundation for the field of Art through the study of art history and studio art and will acquire comprehensive preparation for academic transfer.

Program Outcomes

• Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge and understanding of the creative experience and its history.

• Demonstrate the ability to communicate using sophisticated academic language when discussing works of art in terms of design principles.

• Demonstrate proficiency in applying a selected range of media to create artworks at an intermediate college level that expresses their creative voice.

• Create a professional portfolio of individual artworks that demonstrates the student's ability in a selective range of media.

Transfer & Career Opportunities

The College maintains articulation with most CSU and UC campuses and some private colleges and universities. Course requirements vary between colleges and universities and students are encouraged to consult ASSIST.org and a COS counselor for program planning and course selection. Most common career opportunities with a baccalaureate degree include: art education, gallery management, commercial art, design, ceramic design.

Program Requirements

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Course(s) meets General Education requirement and 6 units may be double counted above in CSU GE. 

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6 units may be double counted above in IGETC-CSU.