Art History
A.A.-T Degree Arts, Communication & Humanities · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Art History Associate in Arts for Transfer
The Associate in Arts in Art History for Transfer Degree will engage students in the study of art created by individuals and groups from various culture, geographies, and time periods. Students will explore specific periods, cultures, movements and styles of art while learning to interpret and critique the art work from multiple perspectives. Upon completion of the following requirements, the student will be eligible for an Associate Degree for Transfer: (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. California General Education Transfer Curriculum (CalGETC). b. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. (2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. (3) The completion of all courses required for the major with a “C” or better. A “P” (Pass) grade is acceptable for courses in the major.
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to interpret and analyze the principles, elements, and language of art/design.
2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to critique their own work, as well as the work of other students; and defend their creative choices verbally.
3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to create a portfolio or "body of work."
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Art History Associate in Arts for Transfer: Complete all of the following | 18 | |
| Core Courses: Complete all of the following | 9 | |
| ART B2 | Drawing I | 3 |
| Survey of Western Art | 3 | |
| ART B35 | Survey of Western Art I | 3 |
| ART B36 | Survey of Western Art II | 3 |
| ART B37 | Survey of Art - Latin America | 3 |
| List A-Select one of the following | 3 | |
| ART B38 | Survey of Art – Asian Art | 3 |
| List B-Select one of the following | 3 | |
| ART B4 | Two Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART B5 | Three Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART B8 | Figure Drawing I | 3 |
| ART B15 | Introduction to Visual Design | 3 |
| ART B20 | Digital Art - Vector | 3 |
| ART B10 | Ceramics I | 3 |
| ART B16 | Digital Photography | 3 |
| ART B17 | Black and White Photography | 3 |
| ART B13 | Sculpture I | 3 |
| ART B6 | Painting I | 3 |
| List C-Select one of the following | 3 | |
| ART B35 | Survey of Western Art I | 3 |
| ART B36 | Survey of Western Art II | 3 |
| HIST B1 | World History to 1500 | 3 |
| HIST B17A | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| HIST B18 | History of California | 3 |
| HIST B20A | The African American in the United States - to 1877 | 3 |
| HIST B25 | Introduction to Women in American History | 3 |
| HIST B30B | History of Chicanos in the Southwest - Since 1848 | 3 |
| ETHN B36H | History of Native American Indians | 3 |
| HIST B4B | European Civilization- Post 1600 | 3 |
| PHIL B12 | Ethics of Living and Dying | 3 |
| PHIL B18 | History of Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
| PHIL B37 | Introduction to the World Religions | 3 |
| PHIL B35 | Identity and Difference in a Shared World | 3 |
| SPAN B3 | Intermediate Spanish I | 4 |
| SPAN B36 | Spanish for Heritage Speakers II | 4 |
| ANTH B3 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
| ANTH B4 | Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology | 3 |
| ANTH B7 | Culture, Religion and Ritual | 3 |