Associate of Fine Arts: Art

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The Associate in Fine Arts degree (A.F.A.) is designed to prepare students to transfer as juniors into a bachelor’s degree program (B.F.A.) in Studio Art. Students are encouraged to complete their core courses in Art before enrolling in media specific studio courses. A portfolio is usually required for transfer to a four-year institution. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with their instructors, advisor, and with the university where they expect to transfer for information regarding the most appropriate courses to take while at PSC.

Required Curriculum

I. General Education Core (31-32)

Area A: Communication (9 credits)

ENG 101 Composition I 3 hrs transfer credit - with a grade of C or better
ENG 102 Composition II 3 hrs transfer credit - with a grade of C or better
COMM 101 Principles of Communication 3 hrs transfer credit

Area B: Humanities (6 credits)

Select two IAI humanities courses from the list for Area B

Area C: Mathematics (3 credits)

Select one math course from the list for Area C .

Area D: Physical & Life Sciences (7-8 credits)

Select one life science course and one physical science course from the list for Area D . One course must have a lab component.

Area E: Social & Behavioral Sciences (6 credits)

Select two courses from different disciplines from the list for Area E .

II. Area of Concentration/Major Field (21)

ART 101 Two Dimensional Design 3 hrs transfer credit
ART 102 Three Dimensional Design 3 hrs transfer credit
ART 104 Drawing I 3 hrs transfer credit
ART 106 Drawing II 3 hrs transfer credit
ART 121 History of Western Art I 3 hrs transfer credit
ART 122 History of Western Art II 3 hrs transfer credit
ART 162 Life Drawing 3 hrs transfer credit

III. Electives/Studio Courses (9)

Select 9 credits of media specific studio courses from at least two media. Choose from the following areas of concentration in consultation with an art department advisor:

Art:

ART 109 Ceramics 3 hrs transfer credit
ART 201 Painting I 3 hrs transfer credit
ART 202 Painting II 3 hrs transfer credit
ART 205 Printmaking 3 hrs transfer credit

Graphic Design:

ART 115 Introduction to Computer Art 3 hrs transfer credit
GC 151 Principles of Graphic Design 3 hrs transfer credit

Photography:

PHOTO 171 Introduction to Photography 3 hrs transfer credit

Required A.F.A. Degree Program Total: 61 credits

Each college and university has its own major requirements and transfer policies. Consult the schools you are considering and a PSC advisor to discuss courses and their transferability.