English - Associate in Arts for Transfer
The Associate in Arts in English for Transfer degree prepares students to seamlessly transfer into the California State University (CSU) system and complete a baccalaureate degree in English or similar field of study. A baccalaureate degree in English cultivates strong reading, writing, analytical, and creative skills. It provides a sound foundation for students seeking careers in advertising, communication, film writing, electronic and print journalism, library science, public relations, publishing and editing, law, or teaching.
To be awarded the Associate in Arts in English for Transfer degree, students must:
(1) Complete 60 semester units or 90 quarter units which are eligible for transfer to the California State University (CSU) system, including both of the following:
(A) The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC)
(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
(2) Obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs) also require that students earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of the methods of interpreting literature across traditional and multi-cultural works/writers.
- Assess, evaluate, and analyze ideas expressed in text or in spoken language.
- Express orally and in writing coherent arguments that evidence clear prose and synthesize diverse bodies of knowledge.
Major Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 001B | English Composition | 3 |
| ENGL C1001 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| List A: Select two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Survey of American Literature I | ||
| Survey of American Literature II | ||
| Survey of English Literature I | ||
| Survey of English Literature II | ||
| Introduction to World Literature | ||
| List B: Select one course from the following: | 3 | |
Any List A course not already taken | ||
| Introduction to World Mythology | ||
| Asian/Asian-American Literature | ||
| Fundamentals of Creative Writing | ||
| Introduction to Shakespeare | ||
| Mexican-American Literature | ||
| African-American Literature | ||
| List C: Select one course from the following: | 3 | |
Any course from list A or list B not already taken | ||
| Gender in Literature | ||
| Children's/Adolescent Literature | ||
| Introduction to Theatre Arts | ||
| Elementary Vietnamese | ||
Total Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | 18 | |
| General Education Requirements (Cal-GETC) 1 | 34 | |
| Transferable Electives (as needed to complete 60 units) | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |
- 1
Some GE courses may be double-counted within the major and will reduce the number of units. General electives may be needed to reach 60 units. Please consult with a counselor to determine which courses are applicable.
- 2
For List A, B and C, students are strongly encouraged to consult with a counselor regarding the specific courses required at the CSU to which they plan to transfer.