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 Contact Information

Chairperson: Annie Hogan
Dept. Assistant:
Rebecca Lescano
Phone: 732-906-2589
Fax: 732-906-4261
Email: ahogan@middlesexcc.edu
Location:
College Center, Room 341

Visual, Performing, and Media Arts
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 Contact Information

Chairperson: Annie Hogan
Dept. Assistant:
Rebecca Lescano
Phone: 732-906-2589
Fax: 732-906-4261
Email: ahogan@middlesexcc.edu
Location:
College Center, Room 341

Fine Arts – Theatre Option

The Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.) offers the first two years of concentrated study in studio courses for students planning to transfer to a visual arts, theatre, or music baccalaureate program. As a fine arts major, the student may choose to concentrate in either theater, art or music.

SEMESTER I

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3

Select one of the following History sequences:

HIS-121 and HIS-122 OR HIS-131 and HIS-132 OR HIS-221 and HIS-222

Recommended Sequence - HIS-131 and HIS-132

SEMESTER 2

3

Select one of the following History sequences:

HIS-121 and HIS-122 OR HIS-131 and HIS-132 OR HIS-221 and HIS-222

Recommended Sequence - HIS-131 and HIS-132

3

Choose one 3-credit Mathematics or Science course designated in the course descriptions as General Education MST (GE MST).

3

Select a 3-credit course from the subject of Dance (DAN).

SEMESTER 3

3

Choose courses designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).

Recommended - ENG-234 - Introduction to Shakespeare

3

Choose two modern language courses in sequence from either: CHN, FRE, GER, HIN, ITA or SPA. For students who completed at least two years of high school study in one modern language, their level of language will be determined by a placement test (excluding SPA-242).

SEMESTER 4

3

Choose two modern language courses in sequence from either: CHN, FRE, GER, HIN, ITA or SPA. For students who completed at least two years of high school study in one modern language, their level of language will be determined by a placement test (excluding SPA-242)..

3

Choose courses designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).

3

Choose courses designated in the course descriptions as General Education Diversity (GE DIV).

Total Credits: 60

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the Program will be able to:

  • Distinguish roles of actor, director, playwright, and technical designers.
  • Demonstrate technical proficiency and artistic synthesis in vocal, physical, and emotional development in performance.
  • Identify dramatic and theatrical genres and be able to discuss major works in a cultural and historical context.
  • Analyze stylistic elements of theatre pieces such as language, structure, and aesthetics.
  • Prepare for transfer to a four-year school BFA Theatre program or professional school of dramatic arts and investigate careers in theatre arts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will students learn if they study Fine Arts?

Fine arts will provide a strong foundation in the creative field of choice as well as a well-rounded education with a generous range of liberal arts courses required by baccalaureate fine arts programs. Students create a body of work or enhance skills in a chosen field in ways that will assist them in being accepted into a competitive fine arts program at a four-year institution.

Are there any requirements that must be satisfied before taking courses in the major?

Algebra I is a prerequisite for all majors. Algebra I competency may be verified with a passing score on the College’s placement test or completion of the appropriate course.

How long will it take to complete this degree?

Once students complete developmental coursework (if needed), the degree can be completed in two years of full-time study. They can shorten the amount of time by taking courses in the summer and winter sessions.

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Transfer Information

Our students transfer to 4-year colleges and universities around the globe. We’ve had students transfer to every state, including Alaska and Hawaii.

The Statewide Transfer Agreement for New Jersey ensures that students who earn an A.A. or A.S. degree at a community college will have those credits fully transferable to a New Jersey public four-year institution, will have completed half of the credits required for a basic four-year degree and will have completed all lower division general education requirements. In addition, articulation agreements are being worked out with institutions granting baccalaureate degrees in Public Health to facilitate the transfer process. Students should discuss the transfer process with an advisor.

Are you interested in transferring to a school in New Jersey? You can use the tools at NJTransfer.org to see which of your MCC courses will transfer to a specific college.