Theatre Arts for Transfer
Associate in Arts Degree Dramatic Arts · MiraCosta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Students completing this associate degree will have completed lower-division major preparation requirements for a theatre arts degree, an emphasis or option within a theatre arts degree, or a degree considered similar to theatre 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 theatre arts major and to determine which CSU campuses are participating in this program. Career options for those who attain a bachelor’s degree in theatre arts include actor, set designer, stage manager, artist, designer, museum curator, photographer, illustrator, and other related career paths.
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 be able to apply theatrical techniques and theories to production practices.
Course Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (9 units) | ||
| DRAM 105 | Introduction to Theatre * | 3 |
| DRAM 130 | Acting I | 3 |
| Select a maximum of 3 units from courses below: | 3 | |
| DRAM 201 | Rehearsal and Performance: Dramatic Theatre | |
| DRAM 202 | Rehearsal and Performance: Comedic Theatre | |
| DRAM 203 | Rehearsal and Performance: Classical Theatre | |
| DRAM 204 | Rehearsal and Performance: Musical Theatre | |
| DRAM 210 | Rehearsal and Performance: Technical Theatre | |
| List A: | 9 | |
| DRAM 107 | Introduction to Design for Performance | |
| DRAM 123 | Script Analysis for Performance and Design | |
| DRAM 141 | Lighting Design for Theatre, Television, and Film | |
| DRAM 146 | Costume Design for Theatre, Television, and Film | |
| DRAM 231 | Acting II | |
| DRAM 253 | Makeup for Theatre, Television, and Film | |
| DRAM 256 | Stagecraft for Theatre, Television, and Film | |
| Select a maximum of 3 units from courses below if not used in Required Core above: | ||
| DRAM 201 | Rehearsal and Performance: Dramatic Theatre | |
| DRAM 202 | Rehearsal and Performance: Comedic Theatre | |
| DRAM 203 | Rehearsal and Performance: Classical Theatre | |
| DRAM 204 | Rehearsal and Performance: Musical Theatre | |
| DRAM 210 | Rehearsal and Performance: Technical Theatre | |
| Total Units | 18 | |
*. Course approved for the Cal-GETC general education pattern. .
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.