# Theatre Arts (Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree)

San Diego Mesa College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Dramatic Arts

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### Summary

The Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts or a related major in the California State University (CSU) system. It is accepted by some but not all CSU campuses. Students who complete this degree and transfer to a participating CSU campus will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. It may not be appropriate preparation for students transferring to a CSU campus that does not accept the degree. Students who plan to complete this degree should consult a counselor for additional information about participating CSU campuses as well as university admission, degree, and transfer requirements.

NOTE: Students intending to transfer into this major at a CSU should consult with a counselor and visit ASSIST for guidance on appropriate transfer coursework.

**Award Notes:**
The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:

-   Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University
-   Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in an “AA-T” or “AS-T” major.
-   Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some CSU campuses and majors may require a higher GPA. Please see a counselor for more information.
-   Minimum grade of “C” or “P” or better for each course in the major. Students should review the Pass/No Pass acceptance policy of the transfer institution prior to requesting this grade option.
-   Certified completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) pattern.

**Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Theatre Arts Program will be able to:**

1.  Analyze and articulate the ideas and questions posited by the experience and study of theatre and film.
2.  Expand their knowledge of the world and society through the engagement of dramatic arts.
3.  Contribute effectively in the creative collaborative process.

### Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR:** | | 6 |
| DRAM 105 | Introduction to Dramatic Arts | 3 |
| DRAM 132 | Beginning Acting | 3 |
| **Complete 3 units (2-3 courses) from the following:** | | 3 |
| DRAM 244A | Theatre Workshop I | 1-2 |
| DRAM 244B | Theatre Workshop II | 1-2 |
| DRAM 244C | Theatre Workshop III | 1-2 |
| DRAM 244D | Theatre Workshop IV | 1-2 |
| **Category A Courses: (9 UNITS)** | | 9 |
| DRAM 112 | Introduction to Script Analysis | 3 |
| DRAM 124 | Makeup for the Stage | 3 |
| DRAM 133 | Intermediate Acting | 3 |