Art History, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)

Orange Coast College

Students graduating with an Associate in Art History for Transfer Degree are well positioned to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in a similar major within the California State University system with 60 units of upper-division coursework. Students who complete the Art History AA-T degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum 2.0 is required for CSU admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult a counselor for more information. The Associate in Arts in Art History Transfer Degree educates students on the history of art and its function as a global language. Courses are designed to foster an understanding of visual communication through study in context, culture, social, political, economic and religious conditions in different historical eras. Program Outcomes Read,write, interpret and understand the major movements and concepts in art history. Conduct original research in the history of art. Understand the significance and application of art historical styles, Cultures, artist and relevant vocabulary in art and design. Students will be eligible and prepared for admission (SB 1440 and Education Code 66746) to California State University system schools.