Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Program Description:

Students in the General Option of the Fine & 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. This program qualifies for MassTransfer, which guarantees credit transfer to Massachusetts state universities and the University of Massachusetts.

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Career and Transfer Outlook:

Most students in the Fine & Performing Arts 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.

Program Outcomes:

Graduates of the Fine and Performing Arts Concentration, General Option program will achieve the learning outcomes of the Liberal Arts and Sciences degree.  Additionally, graduates are prepared to:

• Determine their degree of interest to pursue further study of a specific area of the fine and performing arts