The AA-T in Studio Arts provides students with a strong academic foundation in the
field and preparation for upper division baccalaureate study. Students who have completed
the AA-T in Studio Arts will have satisfied the lower division requirements for transfer
into Studio Arts or a similar major for many campuses in the California State University
system. Please consult a GCC counselor regarding specific course requirements for
your transfer institution.
Requirements to earn an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT): 1. Completion of 60 semester
units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University,
including both of the following: a. The California General Education Transfer Curriculum
(Cal-GETC). b. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in the major or
area of emphasis with a grade of C or better. A “P” (Pass) grade is also an acceptable
grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis. 2. Obtainment of a minimum grade
point average of 2.0.
Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate intermediate
mastery in a range of 2D/3D visual media; employ basic concepts in 2D design and drawing,
or 3D design and drawing-for-sculpture; create portfolio-ready, original artworks;
and discuss and apply visual concepts and aesthetics from art history, contemporary
art, and popular culture
Associate in Arts-Transfer Program Map
| REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJOR |
UNITS |
| ARTH C1200/C1200H |
Survery of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary
|
3 |
| ART 130 |
2-D Foundations |
3 |
| ART 138 |
3-D Foundations |
3 |
| ART 150 |
Foundations of Drawing |
3 |
| LIST A - CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING |
| ARTH C1100/C1100H |
Survey of Art from Prehistory to the Medieval Era
|
3 |
| ARTH 108 |
Art of the Eastern World |
3 |
| ARTH 116 |
Art of Africa, Oceania, and North America |
3 |
| LIST B - CHOOSE THREE OF THE FOLLOWING |
ART 151
or
ART 152 |
Intermediate Drawing
or
Figure Drawing
|
3
or
3 |
| ART 160 |
Painting I |
3 |
| ART 170 |
Introduction to Printmaking |
3 |
| ART 180 |
Sculpture Fundamentals |
3 |
| ART 186 |
Ceramics I |
3 |
| ART 220 |
Introduction to Motion Graphics |
3 |
PHOTO 100
or
PHOTO 101 |
Digital Photography
or
Traditional Photography I
|
3
or
3 |
| ART 144 |
Color Theory |
3 |
| TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED |
24-25 |
Units for the major may be double counted for Cal-GETC. Elective units to reach the
60-unit degree requirement must be CSU transferable.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR
FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
| Fall 2026 |
GCC Catalog 2026-2027 |
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Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented
above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor
or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see
the catalog from that year.
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