Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts (A.F.A.)
The Associate in Fine Arts Degree in Visual Arts is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in visual arts. The AFA in Visual Arts at Central Piedmont is part of the Uniform Articulation Agreement between the University of North Carolina Baccalaureate of Fine Arts (BFA) Programs and the North Carolina Community College System Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts (AFAVA) Programs. The AFA requires 28 semester hours of general education core courses and 32 semester hours of courses in ART. Transfer students should contact the senior (four-year) institution for specific transfer requirements.
Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts (A10600)
The Associate in Fine Arts degree in Visual Arts is awarded for study leading toward a career in visual arts. The A.F.A. degree is not included in the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement. It requires 28 semester hours of General Education, with the remaining 32 hours devoted to skill development in the chosen area of concentration. Transfer to a senior institution will be on a course-by-course basis along with the presentation of a portfolio. Students planning to transfer should contact the institution they plan to attend for specific transfer requirements.
| General Education Requirements | ||
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3.0 |
| ENG 112 | Writing and Research in the Disciplines | 3.0 |
| COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3.0 |
| Select one of the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| Art Appreciation | ||
| American Literature I | ||
| American Literature II | ||
| British Literature I | ||
| British Literature II | ||
| Select one of the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| World Civilizations I | ||
| World Civilizations II | ||
| American History I | ||
| American History II | ||
| Select one of the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| American Government | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Select one of the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| Quantitative Literacy | ||
| Statistical Methods I | ||
| Precalculus Algebra | ||
| Select one of the following: | 4.0 | |
| Descriptive Astronomy and Descriptive Astronomy Lab | ||
| General Astronomy I and General Astronomy I Lab | ||
| Principles of Biology | ||
| General Biology I | ||
| General Chemistry I | ||
| Geology | ||
| Conceptual Physics and Conceptual Physics Lab | ||
| Major Requirements | ||
| ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 1.0 |
| ART 114 | Art History Survey I | 3.0 |
| ART 115 | Art History Survey II | 3.0 |
| ART 121 | Two-Dimensional Design | 3.0 |
| ART 122 | Three-Dimensional Design | 3.0 |
| ART 131 | Drawing I | 3.0 |
| Select 19.0 credits from the following courses: | 19.0 | |
| Level One Studio Courses: | ||
| Figure Drawing I | ||
| Digital Design I | ||
| Printmaking I | ||
| Painting I | ||
| Photography Appreciation | ||
| Photography I | ||
| Digital Photography I | ||
| Videography I | ||
| Sculpture I | ||
| Ceramics I | ||
| Level Two Studio Courses: | ||
| Drawing II | ||
| Portfolio and Resume | ||
| Visual Art Portfolio | ||
| Printmaking II | ||
| Figure Drawing II | ||
| Painting II | ||
| Landscape Painting | ||
| Portrait Painting | ||
| Watercolor | ||
| Jewelry I | ||
| Jewelry II | ||
| Photography II | ||
| Digital Photography II | ||
| Sculpture II | ||
| Ceramics II | ||
| Ceramics III | ||
| Ceramics IV | ||
| Studio | ||
| Non-Studio Electives: | ||
| Survey of American Art | ||
| Non-Western Art History | ||
| Gallery Assistantship I | ||
| Foreign Language Options: | ||
| Elementary French I and French Lab 1 | ||
| Elementary French II and French Lab 2 | ||
| Elementary German I and German Lab 1 | ||
| Elementary German II and German Lab 2 | ||
| Elementary Spanish I and Spanish Lab 1 | ||
| Elementary Spanish II and Spanish Lab 2 | ||
| Total Credits | 60 | |
Associate in Fine Arts in Visual Arts (A10600) Suggested Course Sequence
The following is the suggested course plan if you would like to complete the Associate in Fine Arts and transfer to a four-year school to major in visual arts. This plan is based on the program requirements of the 2024-2025 catalog. This is only a recommendation — you may take courses in another order upon consultation with your advisor. This plan is based on you starting with college-level math and English courses, starting your program in the fall, and attending full-time. You can also follow this sequence if you attend part-time. Speak with an advisor about your plans and note that recommendations may vary depending on your intended transfer institution.
| Term I | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ART 121 | Two-Dimensional Design | 3.0 |
| ART 131 | Drawing I | 3.0 |
| COM 231 | Public Speaking | 3.0 |
| MAT 143 | Quantitative Literacy | 3.0 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3.0 |
| ACA 122 | College Transfer Success | 1.0 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Term II | ||
| ART 122 | Three-Dimensional Design | 3.0 |
| Art Studio Elective | 3.0 | |
| ART 114 | Art History Survey I | 3.0 |
| ENG 112 | Writing and Research in the Disciplines | 3.0 |
| HIS 111 | World Civilizations I | 3.0 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term III | ||
| Art Studio Elective | 3.0 | |
| Art Studio Elective | 3.0 | |
| Art Studio Elective | 3.0 | |
| ART 115 | Art History Survey II | 3.0 |
| ENG 231 | American Literature I | 3.0 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term IV | ||
| Art Studio Elective | 3.0 | |
| Art Studio Elective | 3.0 | |
| Art Studio Elective | 3.0 | |
| AST 111 | Descriptive Astronomy | 3.0 |
| AST 111A | Descriptive Astronomy Lab | 1.0 |
| SOC 210 | Introduction to Sociology | 3.0 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 62 | |