Theatre: Transfer Major AA

Location(s): Ankeny

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This Associate of Arts transfer degree is designed for students transferring to Iowa State University, the University of Northern Iowa or the University of Iowa to study Theatre. Requirements may vary at all institutions so students should become familiar with the specific course requirements of the four-year institution to which they plan to transfer.

Program Details

Location: Ankeny

Pathway: Design, Media, & the Arts

More information on this Pathway.

Students may start this program any semester

Program Graduation Requirements

To earn a Theatre Transfer Major AA, a student must complete all required coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.

Semester 1

DRA 101 - Introduction to Theatre Credits: 3
DRA 130 - Acting I Credits: 3
DRA 162 - Technical Theatre Credits: 3
ENG 105 - Composition I Credits: 3
Select 3-4 credits AA Degree Core Math Credits: 3-4
Select 1 credit from Option 1 Credits: 1

Option 1 - Select 1 Credit

SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1
SDV 129 - Transition to College Credits: 1

Semester 2

DRA 125 - Introduction to Play Analysis Credits: 3
ENG 106 - Composition II Credits: 3
MUS 100 - Music Appreciation Credits: 3
Select 3 credits from Option 2 Credits: 3
Select 3 credits of any AA Electives Credits: 3

Option 2 - Select 3 Credits

PSY 111 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology Credits: 3

Semester 3

LIT 101 - Intro to Literature Credits: 3
Select 3 credits AA Degree Core Social and Behavioral Science Credits: 3
Select 3 credits of any AA Electives Credits: 3
Select 3 credits from Option 3 Credits: 3
Select 3-4 credits AA Degree Core Science *Must take one science course with lab from BIO, CHM, ENV, PHS, or PHY Credits: 3-4

Option 3- Select 3 Credits

SPC 101 - Fund of Oral Communication Credits: 3
SPC 122 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: 3

Semester 4

Select 3 credits from any AA Electives Credits: 3
Select 3 credits AA Degree Core Math or Science Credits: 3
Select 9 credits AA Degree Distributed Credits: 9
Select 3 credits AA Degree Core Social and Behavioral Science Credits: 3

Note: Diversity Requirement

Complete 3 semester credit hours to satisfy the Diversity Requirement with a minimum grade of “C.” The Diversity Requirement does not increase the number of credits required for graduation. The course used to fulfill the Diversity Requirement may also be used to fulfill three credits of Core requirements in Communications, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Humanities or Distributed Requirements, providing the diversity course is listed as fulfilling Core requirements in Communications, Social & Behavioral Sciences or the Humanities. If the course does not fall under any of the Core groups, the course used to fulfill the Diversity Requirement may count as an elective.

Total Credits Required to Complete this Award - 64

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$215.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Nondiscrimination Statement

It is the policy of Des Moines Area Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

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