Associate of Arts (Art History) -Transfer 2+2

Associate Degree 2 Years On-Campus United States
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About This Programme

Associate Degree Philosophy (Transfer 2+2) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a California State University after their progra and admission is guaranteed. The program major is the historical study of the creation and reception of visual art within its cultural contexts. This study emphasizes critical analysis and visual literacy. The major focuses on art from the origins of civilization to the present.

Students will Demonstrate knowledge and application and/or analysis of formal principles and elements of art. Demonstrate critical thinking as it applies to critique, evaluation and/or production of works of art.. Demonstrate knowledge of various artistic movements and significant artists.

This program stresses critical analysis of art, knowledge and awareness of a variety of artistic traditions, visual literacy, and oral and written communications skills. Students also graduate with hands-on experience planning and executing an art exhibition in the Introduction to Gallery Practices course.

Career Path

Employment opportunities include, but are not limited to, art handler, art critic, gallery attendant, art fair professional, in addition to work in museums, non-profits, marketing companies, advertising agencies, and education. 

Eligibility Requirements
Admission Requirements

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to College of the Canyons below

1. WASSCE/A level Certficate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

College of the Canyons will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

  • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
Programme Details
Associate Degree Level
2 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
United States Country
Intakes
January, 2026
April, 2025 → October, 2025
Closed
September, 2026
October, 2025 → June, 2026
Open
January, 2027
April, 2026 → October, 2026
Likely Open
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