The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.
The courses have been intentionally placed and should be prioritized in
the order
in which they appear. If you are unable to take all the courses in
a semester, you
should prioritize enrolling in the courses in the order below.
Some courses have
been noted as “Appropriate for Intersession” 
. Should you need (or want) to take
classes
in the summer and/or winter intersessions,
the program recommends these courses as appropriate for the condensed
schedule of
the intersessions.
Some pathways combine a “Certificate of Achievement” and an “Associate
Degree”. If
you are pursuing only the Certificate of Achievement, you are only
required to take
the courses marked “Program Requirement” 
.
All pathways include at least one “Gateway Course” 
which introduces you to the program and/or field of study and helps you
decide if you want to continue with this Academic and Career Path.
Most Associate degrees (though not Associate Degrees for Transfer)
require satisfying the SMC Global Citizenship requirement. If the Program
Requirements do not include a “Global Citizenship course” 
, be sure to select a General Education course that also satisfies Global Citizenship.
Upon completion of the Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer, students will have a strong academic foundation in the field and be prepared for upper-division baccalaureate study. Completing the degree indicates that the student will have satisfied the lower division requirements for transfer into Theatre Arts or a similar major for many California State University system campuses. This degree complies with The Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act (Senate Bill 1440).
Students pursuing the Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer will demonstrate, through written and oral academic work and performance skills, knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of theatre art and performance and be prepared to pursue further study in theatre arts or a similar major at the baccalaureate level at California State University.
Upon completion of the program, students will:
- Evaluate and appreciate a theatrical performance by recognizing the inherent components of creating theatre, including the research involved, the collaboration among designers and directors, the rehearsal process, and the technical skills involved in making a play come to life.
- Demonstrate performance, design, analytical, or technical skills leading to performance in the capacity of at least one of the following: Actor, Director, Stage Manager, Set/ Light/ Sound/ Costume/ Make-Up Designer, Stage Technician, Reviewer, Educated Audience Member.
General Education
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