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Visual Arts & Design Pathway

Students in this pathway learn the skills needed for careers in such visual arts and design fields as art (animation, art history, studio arts, graphic arts), photography (photo, photojournalism), and theater (costume design).

Visual Arts and Design Programs

Visual Arts & Design Programs

Area of Study Transfer Degree Degree Certificate Skill Certificate
Animation - Foundation C
Applied Photography AA
Art - General AA
Art History AA-T
Arts Graphic Communication C
Digital Photography SC
Game Art & Design C SC
Graphic Design AA
Illustration C
Photography Darkroom SC
Photography: Digital C
Photojournalism Photography C
Studio Arts AA-T
Definitions:
AS: Associate of Science, AS-T: Associate of Science Transfer, AA: Associate of Art, AA-T: Associate of Art Transfer, C: Certificate, SC: Skill Certificate
*: This program has additional requirements. View the program page for more information.

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More about Degrees and Certificates

  • An Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree provides knowledge and skills for employment or further study in a chosen field.
  • An Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) degree is for students interested in transferring to schools within the California State University (CSU) system to earn a bachelor’s degree.
  • A Certificate of Achievement (C) is approved by the state and prepares students to enter the workforce.
  • A Skills Certificate (SC) is issued by the department and prepares students to enter the workforce.
  • A Noncredit Certificate (CN) is for students who want to acquire employment, transition to college, and/or explore pathways leading to a career.

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