Theatre Arts

Theatre Arts Associate in Arts for Transfer

This degree provides students with an understanding and an appreciation for the art of theatre and includes courses in acting, technical theatre, rehearsal and performance, as well as an introduction to the theatre and play analysis. Completion of this curriculum will provide preparation for future theatre studies. The Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer Degree (AA-T in Theatre Arts) is designed to provide students a clear transfer pathway to California State University (CSU) campuses that offer bachelor’s degrees in Theatre Arts. Ed Code Section 66746-66749 states that students earning the Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer Degree (AA-T in Theatre Arts) will be granted priority for admission as a Theatre major to a local CSU, as determined by the CSU campus to which the student applies. 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 recognize, describe, and effectively produce various components of a performing art form.

• 2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to analyze the ways in which arts reflect historical, intellectual, and cultural contexts, as well as aesthetic tastes.

• 3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to apply acquired skills and knowledge, through successful group or individual performance, appropriate to a particular performing art form.

Program Requirements