Art (A.A. Emphasis)

At a Glance

• Degree/Certificate Offered:
  • A.A. Degree: Art emphasis
  • A.F.A. Degree
• Credits Required:
  • 42 hours of general education courses
  • 3 credit hours of computer science
  • 14 hours of electives
• Electives:
  • drawing
  • painting
  • sculpture
  • ceramics
  • jewelry making
  • printmaking
  • graphic design
  • photography
• MOTR Designated Classes:
  • Art 108 Art Survey

  Art 108 Art Survey satisfies a global perspectives requirement.

Program Mission

The mission of the Art Program is to develop students' visual literacy and awareness that art is practiced in a variety of forms within different cultures. Additionally, the program offers your talent a great place to flourish, with our small, personal classes, low cost and many opportunities to explore all kinds of artistic expression. Our curriculum provides students with a strong foundation in the research, interpretive and technical skills needed to make and study meaningful works of art while preparing them for continued practice in their field or for articulation to a bachelor's degree program.

Curriculum Highlights

• A.A. Degree: 42 hours of general education courses, 3 credit hours of computer science, 14 hours of electives
• A.F.A. Degree: Studio-based program designed for transfer into a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program

Career Options

• Advertising
• Animator
• Arts administrator
• Art director
• Artist
• Brand manager
• Creative director
• Digital strategist
• Fashion designer
• Filmmaker/videographer
• Graphic designer
• Librarian
• Integrated arts educator
• Illustrator
• Interior design
• Marketing specialist
• Multimedia designer
• Photo editor
• Product/package designer
• Public relations
• Social media writer/coordinator
• Small business owner
• Urban planning
• User experience design
• Web design

Transfer Information

• MCC's A.A. degree with an art emphasis is designed to build your art-related portfolio and skills.
• The courses may transfer to a four-year college or university in your desired creative major.
• Portfolios of artwork are often required for entry or to pass the sophomore portfolio review.
• Many institutions require a digital portfolio of 15-20 quality photographs of recent work.
• Please work with the art faculty and the target institution on the expectations of a successful portfolio.
• Check with your transfer school, art program contacts, and Student Success Advisor before enrolling in classes.

Related Programs

• Arts, Humanities, Language and Communications Pathway
• Graphic Design

Resources

• Visit Occupational Information Network (O*NET) to view salary information, employment outlook and personal characteristics needed for this career.
• Ready to start your future? Apply to MCC today!