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Studio Arts, A.F.A.


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Title of Major: Studio Arts, A.F.A.

Award: Associate of Fine Arts degree (A.F.A.)

Total Credit Hours: 61

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About the Visual Arts Department

Purpose: Provides the fundamental foundation in the visual arts to prepare students for transferring to a 4-year college, university or art school  to pursue a bachelor of fine arts degree, by providing substantial instruction and opportunity for students to build a strong portfolio. In addition to the ability to transfer credits toward a bachelor’s degree at a 4-year school students would have the skills to pursue entry-level positions in art galleries, community arts education and apprenticeships or internships with professional artists. Students’ options after completing their transfer degree are dependent on the educational pathway and degree or certificate program that the student selected. The options are many. Some options might include working as an independent studio artist, teaching in the studio arts field and working in a gallery or museum.

A grade of C or better is required in each Studio Arts course requirement.

Graduation Requirements


Refer to Academic Regulations on Graduation Requirements  for college-wide graduation requirements.

Honors Program Courses


If you qualify for the Honors Program, you may take honors versions  of some courses (such as ENG 101H , ENG 102H , etc.).

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General Education Requirements: 25 credits


An approved list of general education courses can be found in the General Education and Diversity, Technology  section of the catalog. Choose general education courses from the following topics:

English Composition: 3 credits


Biological and Physical Sciences: 7 credits


At least one laboratory science course is required. Refer to General Education Biological and Physical Sciences Requirements  for a list of approved courses.

Mathematics: 3 credits


Refer to General Education Mathematics Requirements  for a list of approved courses.

Social and Behavioral Sciences: 6 credits


Refer to General Education Social and Behavioral Sciences Requirements  for a list of approved courses. It is recommended students choose one course to fulfill the Diversity Requirement.

Program Requirements: 36 credits


Technology Requirement: 3 credits


Diversity Requirement


All students in associate degree programs must satisfy the diversity requirement. In many cases, students may satisfy this requirement simultaneously as they satisfy a general education course requirement or with an elective.  It is recommended students choose a course from the Social and Behavioral Sciences list to fulfill this requirement.

Technology Requirement:


Satisfied by ART 106 .

Program Outcomes


Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

1) Apply the principles of design to the creation of works of art.

2) Use different media to solve design problems and express a personal point of view. 

3) Use industry standard technologies to create and present works of art.

4) Describe the primary historical periods and cultural trends in art. 

5) Apply critical thinking skills to written and verbal communication about art. 

6) Develop a personal portfolio of artwork that demonstrates a cohesive vision.

This program aligns with all the college’s core competencies.

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