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Theatre Transfer Pathway, AFA


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Total Credits: 60

Major Code: 9080

Program Description

The Theatre Transfer Pathway Associate of Fine Arts (AFA) degree program offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an Associate of Fine Arts degree with course credits that directly transfer to designated Theatre bachelor’s degree programs at Minnesota State universities. The curriculum has been specifically designed so that students completing this pathway degree and transferring to one of the six Minnesota State universities enter the university with junior-year status. All courses in the Transfer Pathway associate degree will directly transfer and apply to the designated bachelor’s degree programs in a related field.

Program Requirements: 20 Credits


Major Required Courses


Note


*THTR 1109  ​may be taken for one or two credits; two credits are required for the degree.

Choose one of the two following courses:


General Education/MnTC Requirements: 40 credits


Complete at least 40 credits in courses from the Minnesota Transfer Cur­riculum (MnTC), including all courses listed. You must complete all ten goal areas and maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA for the entire MnTC. One course may satisfy more than one goal area, but the course credits may be counted only once.

Goal 01: Communication


B. Oral (one course required)


Goal 02: Critical Thinking


Three courses required.

*Met if ENGL 1120 /ENGL 1121 CMST 1110 /CMST 2215 , and THTR 1101  are completed at ARCC.

Goal 03: Natural Sciences


Two courses required; one from each of two departments; one must include a lab.

Goal 04: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning


One course required.

Goal 05: History/Social/Behavioral Sciences


Goal 06: Humanities/Fine Arts


Goal 07: Human Diversity


Completed with PSYC 1110  if taken at ARCC.

Goal 08: Global Perspective


One course required. 

Goal 09: Ethical/Civic Responsibility


One course required.

Goal 10: People and the Environment


One course required.

Note


If students do not follow the recommended MnTC courses listed, additional credits may be required to complete the degree program.

Program Information


Program Goals


By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning goals:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the mechanics of stage production;
  2. Demonstrate a required level of proficiency in acting and directing;
  3. Participate in theatrical productions at varied levels including design, makeup, stagecraft, and production; and
  4. Demonstrate an understanding of the historical and contemporary contexts for theatre arts.

Degree Specifics


  • A minimum of 60 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above.
  • A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in courses numbered 1000 or above at ARCC.
  • Some students may need preparatory courses in the areas of English, mathematics, or reading. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward this degree.
  • Satisfy residency requirements.
  • A minimum grade of C must be earned in all program requirements.
  • Completion of specific degree requirements.
  • Each state university has specific program requirements for completion. Please speak with your advisor about requirements at receiving institutions.
  • To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.
  • The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.

Minnesota State Universities - Designated Degrees


If you complete a Transfer Pathways program at a Minnesota State community college and are admitted to a connected program at a Minnesota State university (connected programs are listed on each transfer pathway program page), you will be guaranteed junior status and all 60 associate degree credits will count toward the related bachelor’s degree. Students must meet special admission requirements for the major and are not guaranteed admission into the major itself.

  • Metropolitan State University: Theatre BA
  • Minnesota State University, Mankato: Theatre BA, Theatre BS
  • Minnesota State University, Moorhead: Theatre Arts BA
  • Southwest Minnesota State University: Theatre Arts BA
  • St. Cloud State University: Theatre BA
  • Winona State University: Theatre BA

Pathway Plan


The following two-year Pathway Plan is suggested for full-time students. Part-time students will need more time to complete this pathway. For assistance with pathway planning, students should schedule an appointment with an academic advisor.

Semester One


Total: 16 credits


Total: 15 credits


Semester Three


Total: 15 credits


Semester Four


Total: 14 credits


Note


This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on anokaramsey.edu.

You are encouraged to contact an academic advisor at 763-433-1230 for course planning assistance, information about transfer credit evaluation, and transfer options.

Anoka-Ramsey Community College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator and a member of Minnesota State. Disclaimer, Non-Discrimination Statement, and Student Consumer Information, such as graduation rates and median debt, can be found here: AnokaRamsey.edu/disclosures.

This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling the Minnesota Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-627-3529.

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