Studio Arts for Transfer
Associate in Arts Degree Art · MiraCosta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Students completing this associate degree will have completed lower-division major preparation requirements for a studio arts degree, an emphasis or option within a studio arts degree, or a degree considered similar to studio arts at a participating California State University (CSU) campus.
Following transfer to a participating CSU campus, students will be required to complete no more than 60 units to obtain a bachelor’s degree; however, some CSU campuses accepting this degree may require additional lower-division major preparation. This degree may not be appropriate preparation for students transferring to a non-participating CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult with a MiraCosta counselor for further information regarding the most efficient pathway to transfer as a studio arts major and to determine which CSU campuses are participating in this program.
Graduation Requirements
- Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Complete all courses in the major with a “C” or "P" or better.
- Complete the Cal-GETC general education pattern.
- Obtain a minimum CSU-transferable grade point average of 2.0.
- Complete a minimum of 12 semester units in residence at MiraCosta College.
Program Student Learning Outcome
Upon completion of this program, the student will possess knowledge and mastery of a variety of art making skills, be able to identify major movements in art and architecture, and be able to convey ideas and concepts about artwork.
Course Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core (12 units): | ||
| ART 100 | Drawing and Composition | 3 |
| ART 101 | Design and Color | 3 |
| ART 103 | 3D Design | 3 |
| ARTH C1200 | Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary * | 3 |
| List A (select one course): | 3 | |
| ARTH 158 | Indigenous Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas * | |
| ARTH C1100 | Survey of Art from Prehistory to the Medieval Era * | |
| ARTH 260 | History of Modern Art * | |
| ARTH 260H | History of Modern Art (Honors) * | |
| List B (select three courses): | 9 | |
| ART 102 | Drawing and Composition II | |
| ART 203 | Figure Drawing I | |
| ART 204 | Painting I: Oils | |
| ART 207 | Film Photography I | |
| ART 210 | Printmaking I | |
| ART 216 | Sculpture | |
| ART 223 | Woodworking and Furniture Design I | |
| ART 225 | Ceramics I | |
| ART 232 | Video Art | |
| ART 234 | Kinetic Art * | |
| ART 244 | Digital Media for the Visual Artist | |
| ART 245 | Digital Art and Media | |
| ART 251 | Digital Photography | |
| Total Units | 24 | |
*. Course satisfies a general education requirement on the Cal-GETC general education pattern. To ensure this degree is completed with no more than 60 units, students should select courses that will also satisfy a general education requirement.
NOTE: Students are strongly advised to select courses that meet lower-division major preparation requirements at their transfer university and to complete the History, Constitution, and American Ideals requirement prior to transfer.