Dec 03, 2024  
2024-2025 Academic Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Academic Catalog

Art - Associate of Arts - Studio Arts


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The A.A. Degree in Studio Art focuses on both the meaning and form of art. By actively creating works of art in a wide range of disciplines, including drawing, painting, photography, digital graphics, printmaking, sculpture and ceramics, the student develops the techniques, visual sensibility, and historical understanding necessary for developing a personal artistic vision. An emphasis on portfolio presentation and exhibition preparedness along with a wide selection of intermediate courses in each discipline equips students with the knowledge and skills required for vocational opportunities and for successful junior level transfer to universities, colleges, and art academies.

The Visual Arts Department offers full and partial scholarships to art majors promising to enroll at least six hours in the fall/spring semester. These scholarships are based on merit, scholastic achievement, artistic potential and financial need.

First Year Fall Semester


16 week Classes


1st 8 week classes


  • 3 credit hours. (FY) 1  (010)
  • Choose any Math Core Class  (Math 1332 is preferred)  3 credit hours  (FY) 2  (020)

2nd 8 week classes


Total Hours: 12


First Year Spring Semester


16 week Classes


1st 8 week classes


2nd 8 week Classes


  • Choose any Language, Philosophy, or Culture core class.  3 credit hours 2

Total Hours: 12


First Year Summer Semester


The following classes can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester.

Total Hours: 6


Second Year Fall Semester


Come talk to an advisor about your Temple College graduation and your university transfer plans.

16 week Classes


1st 8 week Classes


  • Choose any Life or Physical Science Core Class 3 credit hours (FY) 2  (030)
  • Choose any Social or Behavioral Science Core Class 3 credit hours (FY) 2  (080)

2nd 8 week Classes


  • Choose any Life or Physical Science Core Class  3 credit hours (FY) 2  (030)

Total Hours: 12


Second Year Spring Semester


Come talk to an advisor about your Temple College graduation and your university transfer plans.

16 week Classes


1st 8 week Classes


2nd 8 week Classes


Total Hours: 12


Second Year Summer Semester


Total Hours: 6


Grand Total Hours: 60


1 Must successfully complete the course in order to progress in the AA Art degree.

2 Meet with an academic advisor or department chair for university-specific transfer course.

3 Visit with an advisor about your Temple College graduation and your university transfer plans.

FY - Course will be offered on a continuous basis so that a student can take the course in any fall or spring semester.

Transfer Outlook


AA STUDIO ART can lead to university transfer for a Bachelor of Fine Arts in  Studio Art. AA STUDIO ART students interested in these bachelor’s degrees must work with an academic advisor to determine transferrable course work.  

Career Outlook

Graphic Designer - $28,077* w/Bachelor’s Degree

K-12 Art Teacher - $$50,932* to $52,068* w/Bachelor’s Degree + Teach Certification

Art Director - $46,903* w/Bachelor’s Degree + Experience

*Based on entry wages for Central Texas

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