Program Overview

Program Overview

The Art History pathway at North Seattle College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the visual and historical analysis of objects made throughout time. This pathway meets the requirements for the Associate of Arts Direct-Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) with a concentration in Art History.

Program Details

• The program is designed to prepare students for transferring into an Art History major and satisfy Art History requirements for students entering into a Studio Art major.
• The estimated length of completion for the Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA) degree is 7 quarters, with a total of 90 units.
• The program includes a range of courses, such as:
  • ART 251: Survey of Art: Paleolithic to 5th Century C.E.
  • ART 252: Survey of Art: 6th-16th Century
  • ART 253: Survey of Art: 17th Century C.E. to Present
  • ENGL&101: English Composition I
  • ENGL&102: Composition II
  • HUM 105: Intercultural Communication
  • CMST 205: Multicultural Communication
  • WMN 205: Women, Gender, & Globalization

Program Requirements

• Students must complete a minimum of 90 units to graduate.
• The program includes a range of general education requirements, such as:
  • English Composition I and II
  • Math in Society
  • Natural World Lab Science
  • Physical Education, Science Fieldtrip, or Elective
  • Integrated Studies
• Students must also complete a range of Art History courses, including:
  • Survey of Art: Paleolithic to 5th Century C.E.
  • Survey of Art: 6th-16th Century
  • Survey of Art: 17th Century C.E. to Present

Career Opportunities

• An Art History pathway can lead to various career opportunities, such as:
  • Art Historian
  • Arts Writer
  • Gallery/Museum Assistant
  • Arts Administrator
  • Educator
  • Arts Consultant
  • Small Business Owner/Entrepreneur
• A Bachelor's degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above.

Future Education Opportunities

• Once students complete this Associate degree, additional educational opportunities include, but are not limited to:
  • A Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History or a related field at a four-year college or university.
  • A Master and Doctorate in Art History.
• Program and admission requirements vary from college to college.

Additional Information

• Learn more about the Transfer process, Transfer agreements, and Bachelor’s degrees, including transferring to top universities around the state and nation.
• The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Art History and prepare them for future educational and career opportunities.