# Studio Arts for Transfer (Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree)

San Diego Miramar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Art-Fine Art

Source: https://sdccd.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/20879/20987/20988/20880/20118

### Summary

The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Studio 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 Studio Arts for Transfer Program will be able to:**

1.  Critically analyze, interpret, and evaluate works of art.
2.  Develop a foundation of art skills and a high level of craftsperson ship by utilizing a variety of tools and technologies associated with the visual arts.
3.  Use a diverse range of global events to express personal ideas and opinions through artwork.
4.  Identify the theoretical, cultural and historical contexts of art.
5.  Demonstrate appropriate skills needed to articulate their conscious artistic intentions, and express coherent aesthetics.

### Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR:** | | 24 |
| ARTH C1100 | Survey of Art from Prehistory to the Medieval Era | 3 |
| ARTH C1200 | Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary | 3 |
| ARTF 150A | Two-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ARTF 151 | Three-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ARTF 155A | Freehand Drawing I | 3 |
| ARTF 155B | Freehand Drawing II | 3 |
| or ARTF 210A | Life Drawing I | 3 |
| ARTF 165A | Composition in Painting I | 3 |
| ARTF 165B | Composition in Painting II | 3 |
| or ARTF 210B | Life Drawing II | 3 |