Associate in Arts in Studio Arts Transfer Degree (AA-T)
The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts Transfer (AA-T) Degree is intended to meet the lower division requirement for Studio Arts majors (or similar majors) at a CSU campus that offers a Studio Arts baccalaureate degree. The degree helps to develop a strong foundation level of art skills in a variety of mediums and techniques. Courses will stimulate conceptual thinking, problem solving and critical analysis through direct application and experience, as well as foster an understanding of art within history and culture. Students who major in the field of art have a variety of opportunities open to them. Choices include careers in teaching, art criticism, historic preservation, museum/gallery practices, or work as practicing artists in ceramics, painting, sculpture, drawing, or applied art.
The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer (AA-T in Studio Arts) is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree in Arts, Studio Arts, or a “similar” major at a CSU campus. Students completing this AA-T degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not necessarily to a particular CSU campus or major of their choice. For a current list of what majors (and what options or areas of emphasis within that major) have been designed as “similar” to this degree at each CSU campus, please refer to adegreewithaguarantee.com and seek guidance from a Moorpark College counselor. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system but not necessarily to a particular campus or major of choice.
To earn an AA-T in Studio Arts degree, students must:
1. Complete of 60 semester or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
a. The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth (CSU GE-Breadth) requirements
b. A minimum of 24 semester units in Studio Arts major as listed in the Moorpark College catalog.
2. Obtain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some transfer institutions and majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
3. Obtain a grade of “C” or better or “P” in all courses required in the major. Even though a “pass-no-pass” is allowed (Title 5 §55063), it is highly recommended that students complete their major courses with a letter grade (A, B, or C).
4. Complete requirements in residency. For students in the Ventura County Community College District, a minimum of 12 units must be completed in residency at the college granting the degree. In addition to General Education degree requirements, complete the following:
Associate in Arts in Art History Transfer Degree (AA-T)
The Associate in Arts in Art History for Transfer (AA-T in Art History) is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree in Art History, or Studio Art/Art with Emphasis or Concentration in Art History, or a similar major at a CSU campus.
Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system but not necessarily to a particular campus or major of choice. Students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements as this AA-T in Art History degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a college or university that is not part of the CSU system.
To earn an AA-T in Art History, students must complete the following:
1. 60 semester units or 90 quarter CSU transferable units.
2. 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 majors may require a higher GPA.
3. A minimum of 18-20 specified major units. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C or better (Title 5 §55063).
4. Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC for CSU) pattern. In addition to General Education degree requirements, complete the following:
Associate in Arts Degree (AA)
To earn an Associate in Arts Degree with a major in Art, students complete 36 specified units, plus General Education Degree Requirements. This program provides students with a curriculum design that is preparatory for transfer to most universities and professional schools of art. In addition to General Education degree requirements, complete the following:
| Required Courses | Units | |
| ARTH M110 | History of Art: Prehistoric through Gothic | 3.0 |
| ARTH M120 | History of Art: Renaissance through Modern | 3.0 |
| ARTH M150 | History of Art: Modern through Contemporary | 3.0 |
| ART M20 | Two Dimensional Design | 3.0 |
| ART M23 | Three Dimensional Design | 3.0 |
| ART M30 | Drawing and Composition I | 3.0 |
| GR M27/PHTC M33 | Image Editing | 3.0 |
| Units from ONE of RECOMMENDED OPTIONS | 15.0 | |
| Total | 36.0 |
RECOMMENDED OPTIONS: Choose one of the following
2-D Studio Art Option (15 Units)
| Required Courses | Units | |
| ART M31 | Drawing and Composition II | 3.0 |
| ART M32 | Beginning Life Drawing I | 3.0 |
| ART M33 | Beginning Life Drawing II | 3.0 |
| ART M40 | Beginning Illustration | 3.0 |
| ART M43 | Beginning Painting I | 3.0 |
| ART M41 | Intermediate Illustration | 3.0 |
| ART M44 | Beginning Painting II | 3.0 |
| ART M90 | Beginning Printmaking I | 3.0 |
| ART M91 | Beginning Printmaking II | 3.0 |
OR
3-D Studio Art Option (15 Units)
| Required Courses | Units | |
| ART M70 | Beginning Ceramics I | 3.0 |
| ART M71 | Beginning Ceramics II | 3.0 |
| ART M72 | Ceramic Design I | 3.0 |
| ART M73 | Ceramic Design II | 3.0 |
| ART M74 | Glaze Design I | 3.0 |
| ART M75 | Glaze Design II | 3.0 |
| ART M77 | Beginning Sculpture I | 3.0 |
| ART M78 | Beginning Sculpture II |
3.0 |
| ART M79A | Figure Sculpture I | 3.0 |
| ART M79B | Figure Sculpture II | 3.0 |
Students planning to transfer need to consult with a counselor, prepare a Student Education Plan, and take advantage of the support services available in the Transfer Center ( Administration Building (805) 378-1551).
See the Degree Requirements and Transfer Information sections of the Moorpark College On-Line Catalog for General Education requirements.