Theatre Arts
Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree Dramatic Arts · San Diego Mesa College · 2026-2027 Catalog
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:
- Analyze and articulate the ideas and questions posited by the experience and study of theatre and film.
- Expand their knowledge of the world and society through the engagement of dramatic arts.
- 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 |