Program Overview

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Art History Pre-Major

Summary

Prepare for a major in Art History by taking recommended courses to fulfill the requirements of a transfer degree.

Art History is the study of visual arts within a cultural and historical context. It looks at art and visual culture as instruments of knowledge and methods of human expression to gain a deeper understanding of the human experience. By studying the styles, techniques, and methodologies of the visual arts created throughout the ages, students learn the importance of human creativity and artistic expression and learn to situate ethnic, aesthetic, social, and cultural traditions within a global perspective.

The Associate in Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) is part of Shoreline’s General Transfer program and is designed to meet the first two years of requirements of most four-year degrees.

Completion Award

• Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement

Length of Study

• 90 Credits

Starting Quarter

• Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Location

• On Campus

What You’ll Learn

1. Describe differences and similarities in how people across the globe experience social, cultural, economic, or political systems.
2. Examine the interactions between societies and individuals.
3. Apply methods of a specific discipline to interpret an expression of the human experience.
4. Identify methods scientists use to explain aspects of the natural world.
5. Use scientific laboratory practices within a field or discipline to investigate a scientific concept.

In addition to the outcomes above, students will gain the skills and knowledge included in Shoreline Student Learning Outcomes (SSLOs): Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Social Justice, Information Literacy, and Quantitative & Symbolic Reasoning.

Courses & Requirements

General Education - 20 Credits

Courses used in General Education (Gen Ed) Core may not be used for distribution.

Communication (10 Credits)

• ENGL& 101 English Composition I
• ENGL& 102 Composition II: Reasoning/Research/Writing

Multicultural Understanding (5 Credits)

Choose one of the following courses: CMST 203, CMST 285, GWS 284, HIST& 220, HIST 245, HUM 105, AES 101, PSYC 230, SOC 270.

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Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (5 Credits)

Choose one of the following classes:

MATH& 107, MATH 111, MATH& 141, MATH& 142, MATH& 146, MATH& 148, MATH& 151, MATH& 152, MATH& 163, MATH 207, MATH 208, MATH 211, MATH& 264, PHIL& 120

• Course 1

Distribution Requirements - 45 Credits

Humanities (15 Credits)

Select from at least two different disciplines (e.g., Art and Drama) in Humanities. Maximum of 5 credits allowed in Performance/Skills courses. No more than 5 credits in a world language at the 100 level. Recommended: ART& 100, ART 109, ART 110, ART 121, ART 122, ART 123, ART 131, ART 132, ART 133, ART 144, ART 246, ART 251, ART 252, ART 253, ART 271, ART 272, ART 273, ARTH 204, ARTH 210, HUM 111, HUM 112, HUM 113, Literature, Philosophy. World language may be required for university admission or graduation. Strongly recommended: ARTH 224, ARTH 225.

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Natural Sciences (15 Credits)

Select from at least two different disciplines (e.g., Biology and Physics) in Natural Sciences. At least 10 credits required in Physical, Earth, and/or Biological Sciences, including at least 5 credits of lab science. Maximum 5 credits from Other Science courses.

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Social Sciences (15 Credits)

Select from at least two different disciplines (e.g., Psychology and History) in Social Sciences. Recommended: ANTH& 100, ANTH& 204, ANTH& 206, History, Philosophy, Sociology

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General Electives - Minimum 25 Credits

Comprised of other college-level courses or unrestricted courses. A maximum of 15 credits allowed for restricted/vocational courses, and a maximum of 3 credits allowed in Physical Education. Recommended: ART& 100, ART 109, ART 110, ART 121, ART 122, ART 123, ART 131, ART 132, ART 133, ART 144, ART 246, ART 251, ART 252, ART 253, ART 271, ART 272, ART 273, ARTH 204, ARTH 210, Anthropology, History, Literature, Philosophy, Sociology. World language may be required for university admission or graduation. Strongly recommended: ARTH 226.

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Careers & Opportunities

Students who major in Art History develop knowledge and skills that can be applied to a variety of careers that include teaching, research and development, public relations, collection and curatorial management, appraising, marketing, sales, journalism, and publishing. Potential employers include: Museums, galleries, historical societies, public and private schools, colleges and universities, libraries, auction companies, publishing and media companies, businesses, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.

Tuition & Fees

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

Per Quarter | WA-Resident | Non-WA resident, US citizen, & Eligible non-citizen On Campus | Non-WA resident Non-US citizen¹ | Non-WA resident, US citizen Online Only ---|---|---|---|--- 1 credit | $126.47 | $246.49 | $327.01 | $144.67 5 credits | $632.35 | $1,232.45 | $1,635.05 | $723.35 12 credits (full-time) | $1,387.14 | $2,487.04 | $3,408.94 | $1,571.08 15 credits | $1,570.80 | $2,520.25 | $3,617.20 | $1,757.65

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Additional Fees

• Approximately $20 - $120 per quarter, depending on courses selected

Ways to pay for school

Federal aid, scholarships, grants, and more are available to help you pay for school.

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