Fine & Performing Arts – Liberal Arts & Sciences – General Option

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Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Bedford Campus - Day

Program Description:

Students in the General Option of the Fine and Performing Arts Concentration Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences degree program pursue interests in the fine or performing arts, while exploring other academic disciplines through the general education requirements of a liberal arts education. Students who complete a minimum of eight science credits as part of their elective options will satisfy the Commonwealth Transfer Compact, which guarantees credit transfer to Massachusetts state colleges and the University of Massachusetts.

Career and Transfer Outlook:

Most students in the General Option continue their studies toward a bachelor’s degree in either the fine or performing arts. Students should check the requirements of the transfer institution and meet with career and academic/transfer counselors at MCC for specific program planning.

Helpful Hints:

Students should begin their Middlesex experience by taking the foundation-level courses in English and math prior to, or along with, their fine and performing arts courses. Students must also pick two humanities courses other than fine or performing arts electives.

Required Courses

ENG 101 - English Composition I 3
ENG 102 - English Composition II: An Introduction to Literature 3
HST 110 - History of Western Civilization Before 1800 3 or
HST 130 - History of World Civilization Before 1500 3
HST 111 - History of Western Civilization After 1800 3 or
HST 131 - History of World Civilization After 1500 3
HUM 102 - Introduction to the Humanities 3
Humanities Elective 3
Literature Elective 3
Fine and Performing Arts Elective 3
Fine and Performing Arts Elective 3
Fine and Performing Arts Elective 3
Fine and Performing Arts Elective 3
Fine and Performing Arts Elective 3
Fine and Performing Arts Elective 3
Mathematics Elective* 3-4
Mathematics* or Science Elective 3-4
Mathematics* or Science Elective 3-4
Laboratory Science Elective 4
Behavioral Science Elective 3
Behavioral Science or Social Science Elective 3
Elective** 3

Total Credits: 61-64

**If math, must be MAT 100 or above

Special Requirements for Liberal Arts & Sciences-Fine & Performing Arts: *Must be from one of the following; MAT 120, MAT 177, MAT 180, MAT 185, MAT 189, MAT 190, MAT 250, MAT 270, MAT 271, MAT 290, MAT 291. Additional coursework may be required based on college placement testing. MAT 060, MAT 065, MAT 070, MAT 075, MAT 077 and MAT 080 will not satisfy any requirement in this program. Students are urged to meet with their academic advisor for proper course sequencing.