Studio Arts AA-T Degree

Art is the study of communicating concepts and ideas visually. Career paths chosen by students pursuing undergraduate to graduate studies in art include, but are not limited to: studio artist, art educator, art consultant, art therapist, conservator, gallery assistant, preparator and museum curator.  Students who choose not to major in studio art can improve their ability in complex and creative problem solving, critical analysis, research skills, understanding the intuitive process and in their ability to visualize.  College of the Desert’s Studio Arts curriculum includes course offerings that provide a general overview and history of the discipline as well as specific training in the myriad of studio areas.The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer, also called the Studio Arts AA-T Degree, requires students to complete 60 CSU transferable units including completion of CSU GE or IGETC and 24 units in the major with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better. Title 5 requires that students must earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. There are no additional graduation requirements. Students should consult with a general counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

Learning Outcomes

1. Apply the principles, elements, and language of art/design by objectively critiquing their own work as well as work of their peers.
2. Develop individual and group aesthetic awareness.
3. Produce a complete portfolio or "body of work".
4. Analyze the variety of forms of expression and how those are used to communicate social, cultural, personal ideas, and concepts.

Program Requirements

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Units for the major may be double counted for CSU GE or IGETC, confer with Counselor.

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Elective units to reach 60 unit total must be CSU transferable, confer with Counselor.

Please refer to Associate Degree for Transfer (SB 1440).