The Art Associate in Arts Degree is designed to prepare the student for the development of conceptual and technical skills required by artists in certain occupations. To earn an Associate Degree students must complete: (1) all major course requirements with a grade of C or better; (2) Cypress College Native General Education requirements; California State University General Education Breadth requirements (CSU GE Breadth) or IGETC General Education requirements; (3) the Social Justice, Equity and Sustainability and reading requirements; (4) any elective courses to complete a minimum of 60 units; and, (5) have a minimum GPA of 2.0. At least 50% of all major coursework must be completed at Cypress College. Courses that fulfill major requirements for an Associate Degree at Cypress College might not be the same as those required for completing the major at a transfer institution offering a Baccalaureate Degree. For information on specific university requirements, please consult with your counselor, or visit the Transfer Center. This degree requires a total of 27 units in the major, in addition to other general education requirements.

Mga Resulta ng Pagkatuto ng Mag-aaral ng Programa

OUTCOME 1: Given art materials, students will be able to show their knowledge of various art processes, theory, and technical skills.

OUTCOME 2: Given art materials, students will be able to effectively communicate content through the principles and elements of design.

OUTCOME 3:  Given artworks and materials, students will be able to critically analyze the principles and elements of design for content and historical importance.

OUTCOME 4: Students will develop artistic skills to visually articulate and comprehend the interconnection between art and culture.