Photography A.A. Degree
Photography
A.A. Degree • Suggested Curriculum
This curriculum is designed for students who plan to pursue a baccalaureate program in fine arts photography, photojournalism or professional photography. The program provides basic courses for building technical competency as well as the general education foundation needed to enhance creativity and appreciation for aesthetics. Students are encouraged to begin development of a substantial portfolio. Students should complete the Associate in Arts degree prior to transfer. Admission to baccalaureate programs is highly competitive.
I. General Education Core (37-38)
Area A: Communication (9 credits)
ENG 101 [C1 900] Composition I - with a grade of C or better (3)
ENG 102 [C1 901R] Composition II - with a grade of C or better (3)
COMM 101 [C2 900] Principles of Communication (3)
Area B: Humanities and Fine Arts (9 credits)
ART 126 [F2 904] History of Photography (3)
ART 121 History of Western Art I (3)
OR
ART 122 History of Western Art II (3) recommended
Select one humanities course from the list for Area B on pages 50-52.
Area C: Mathematics (3 credits)
Select one math course from:
MATH 112 [M1 904] General Education Mathematics (3)
MATH 115 [M1 902] General Education Statistics (3)
Area D: Physical and Life Sciences (7-8 credits)
Select one life science course and one physical science course from the list for Area D on pages 50-52. One course must have a lab component.
Area E: Social and Behavioral Sciences (9 credits)
Select three courses in at least two different disciplines from the list for Area E on pages 50-52.
II.Area of Concentration/Major Field (12)
ART 101 Two Dimensional Design (3)
ART 102 Three Dimensional Design (3)
PHOTO 171 Introduction to Black & White Photography (3)
PHOTO 291 Survey of Contemporary Photography (3)
III. Electives (12-13)
Select any additional electives in photography or general education in
consultation with an advisor. Some recommended courses include:
PHOTO 170 Digital Camera Skills (1)
PHOTO 174 Digital Darkroom Techniques (2)
PHOTO 175 Basic Lighting Skills (2)
PHOTO 180 Photoshop I (2)
PHOTO 275 Photographic Design (3)
PHOTO 285 Digital Color Production (3)
PHOTO 286 Independent Photo Project (3)
PHOTO 297 Professional Portfolio (3)
Any additional PHOTO course
Any additional general education course from the list on pages 50-52.
Required A.A. Degree Program Total: 62 credits
Foreign Language Requirements: Some universities have a foreign language requirement. Generally, four years of a single foreign language in high school or four semesters of language in college will fulfill this requirement. It is recommended that students complete the entire sequence at one institution.