This A.A. degree provides a comprehensive foundation in the areas of design, color theory, multiple painting processes, and professional software and hardware used by artists and designers. Students gain the skills and experience necessary to demonstrate a complete understanding of aesthetics, techniques and philosophy in the creative process.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, students will be able to
Critically analyze and assess diverse historical and contemporary works of art, architecture and design
Create art that engages and builds on historical and contemporary practices, theories and materials
Translate concepts and visual experience into images and tactile forms
Present finished artwork for peer, professional or academic review
Evaluate and critique artwork and receive criticism from others
Express artistic concepts and intents in written and oral formats
September 2025
De Anza College
21250 Stevens Creek Blvd,
CUPERTINO,
California,
95014, United States
Admission to De Anza College is open to anyone, subject to the residency requirements below, who can show one of the following:
High school diploma
High school equivalency certificate (GED)
Proficiency certificate
Evidence of being at least 18 and able to benefit from instruction offered by De Anza
English language requirements:
TOEFL: 61 iBT or 46 PBT
TOEFL Essentials: 6.5
IELTS/ IELTS Indicator: 5.5
Duolingo: 95
LanguageCert Academic: 60
SAT: 500 EBRW
iTEP: Level 4
Pearsons PTE Academic: 45
Cambridge English: 175 Advance Exam
GTEC CBT: 1100
Application Deadline: Fall quarter: August 15; Winter quarter: November 15; Spring quarter: February 15; Summer quarter: April 15