Field of Interest
The Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Music degree is designed for students planning to transfer to four-year colleges and universities with majors in the Fine/Performing Arts. The degree is designed to prepare students to meet selective admission criteria for programs, such as the Bachelor of Music, which may require an audition. Embedded areas of emphasis include choral, instrumental, guitar and popular music performance.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Type
- Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA)
- Academic Plan
- Associate in Arts, Fine Arts, Emphasis in Music (DEG)
- Academic Plan Code
- 8313
- Total Credits Required
- 67-83
- Catalog Year
- 2024-2025
- Effective Term
- Fall 2024
- Notes
In most cases, courses used to satisfy the AAFA, Emphasis in Music will apply to general university graduation requirements of related majors; however, students need to be aware of any specific lower division requirements of their intended focus at the university to be sure they select courses that will meet those requirements.
Some courses may require permission of instructor and/or audition for placement.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges to earn a degree with this emphasis.
What You’ll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Critically analyze music according to historical, cultural, and stylistic contexts in order to understand how musical composition changes over time and how it impacts current practice both in music creation and performance.
- Perform with an appropriate tone quality, pitch, rhythm, expression, and articulation/diction in a historically and stylistically informed manner.
- Use self-evaluation, critical feedback, and aural diagnosis to improve personal performance and instruction and that of others in both solo and group settings.
- Demonstrate an ability to use self-management and self-discipline to align personal choices and behaviors with the achievement of personal goals in the field of music.
- Demonstrate accountability and professionalism to prepare for further study in music.
- Communicate effectively in verbal, written, nonverbal, and expressive forms to musicians and laypersons.
- Collaborate with a diverse group of individuals to rehearse, perform, create, and instruct.
- Utilize technology to support composition, performance, instruction, and general communication.
- Explain how music reflects, shapes, creates, and disseminates culture.
- Locate and evaluate multiple sources of information to inform performance from varied historical contexts and genres.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this degree may lead to
employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related
occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for
this degree. Education requirements vary for the
occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some
of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program
director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding
education level, wages, and employment information.
Teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$24.62
Annual Median Wage
$51,226
Annual Job Openings
1,152
Number of People Employed
14,827
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase
by 4.0 %
Play one or more musical instruments in recital, in accompaniment, or as members of an orchestra, band, or other musical group.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$26.79
Annual Median Wage
$55,740
Number of People Employed
1,843
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase
by 4.8 %
Write and transcribe musical scores.
Typical Education Level
some college
Hourly Median Wage
$22.53
Annual Median Wage
$46,876
Number of People Employed
493
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase
by 9.1 %
Direct and conduct instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras or choirs.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$22.53
Annual Median Wage
$46,876
Number of People Employed
493
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase
by 9.1 %
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$35.06
Annual Median Wage
$72,944
Annual Job Openings
2,879
Number of People Employed
26,552
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase
by 11.3 %
Sing songs on stage, radio, television, or motion pictures.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$26.79
Annual Median Wage
$55,740
Number of People Employed
1,843
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase
by 4.8 %
* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data,
reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s
proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers
including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Pathway Map Options
There are multiple options available for this pathway map.
These options vary depending on the available transfer institutions and what degrees you may be able to transfer into.
These pathway map options may share some common coursework. To explore what additional coursework
may be required, select your desired option from the list below. Once selected, the list of
courses and any associated details will be automatically updated in the course sequence below.
The differences between individual pathway map options may only be a few courses.
The list of courses below has been updated
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
A list of additional requirements for this pathway map
| Awareness Areas |
- In addition to the requirements identified in the sequence below,
students must complete the following awareness areas if not otherwise
met by other program requirements:
- Cultural [C] and
- Global [G] or Historical [H]
-
Students are strongly encouraged to visit
with an academic advisor to ensure completion of all
graduation requirements.
|
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A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| MTC105 |
Music Theory I |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101 or permission of instructor. Corequisites: MTC106. |
Critical course
Gateway course
|
|
3 |
| MTC106 |
Aural Perception I |
Corequisites: MTC105. |
Critical course
Gateway course
|
|
1 |
ENG101 or
ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL |
Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). |
Critical course
|
FYC or FYC |
3 |
MTC180 or
CS |
Computer Literacy for Musicians or Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS] |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101, or MTC105, or Corequisites: MTC105, or permission of Instructor. or No requisites |
Classical Music Performance and Music Education Specialization select any CS;
Popular Performance Specialization select MTC180
|
CS or None |
3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
Private Instruction Coursework
|
|
2 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
Ensemble Coursework
|
|
1–2 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
FYE101 or
FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success |
|
|
|
1–3 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
MTC180 Recommended
|
CS |
3 |
| MUP102++ |
Private Instruction |
|
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Large Music Ensembles course |
|
Choose from the list of Musical Ensemble courses based on area of emphasis. Any substitutions require official approval of program director.
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit.
|
|
1–2 |
| MUP131 |
Class Piano I |
|
Student`s level and number of credits of class piano required for degree determined by piano instructor based on audition
|
|
0–1 |
MHL+++ or
MTC+++ or
MUC+++ or
MUE+++ or
MUP+++ |
Any MHL Music: History/Literature course(s) not counted in Required Courses Area |
|
Students should choose from the list of options that best align with their academic and professional goals. Courses should be selected in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
|
|
1–3 |
| MTC180 |
Computer Literacy for Musicians |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101, or MTC105, or Corequisites: MTC105, or permission of Instructor. |
|
CS |
3 |
MUP101++ or
MUP102++ |
Private Instruction or Private Instruction |
|
If MUP101++ is selected, it must be completed twice.
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Performance Ensemble Coursework |
|
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit. Select courses in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
|
|
1–2 |
MUC109 or
MUC110 |
Music Business: Content Creation and Copyright or Music Business: Marketing and Monetization |
|
|
|
3 |
MUP101++ or
MUP102++ |
Private Instruction or Private Instruction |
|
If MUP101++ is selected, it must be completed twice.
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Performance Ensemble Coursework |
|
A total of six (6) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit. Select courses in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
|
|
1–2 |
| MUP164 |
Jazz Improvisation I |
|
|
|
2 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| MTC155 |
Music Theory II |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC105. Corequisites: MTC156. |
|
|
3 |
| MTC156 |
Aural Perception II |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC106. Corequisites: MTC155. |
|
|
1 |
| MAT14+ |
College Mathematics |
|
OR Higher level mathematics [MA] course
|
MA |
3–6 |
COM100 or
COM110 or
COM225 or
COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication |
No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisites |
Recommend selecting a course that satisfies COM and SB or COM and L requirements simultaneously
|
SB or SB or L or SB |
0–3 |
| CRE101 |
College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking |
Prerequisites: (A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107) and (appropriate reading placement test score or a grade of C or better in RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113 or permission of Instructor). |
OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment
|
L |
0–3 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry Course |
|
Recommend selecting a course that satisfies L and COM or L and CRE101 requirements simultaneously.
|
|
3 |
| SB |
Social and Behavioral Sciences Course |
|
|
|
3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
Private Instruction Coursework
|
|
2 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
Ensemble Coursework
|
|
1–2 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| MUP152++ |
Private Instruction |
|
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Large Music Ensembles course |
|
Choose from the list of Musical Ensemble courses based on area of emphasis. Any substitutions require official approval of program director.
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit.
|
|
1–2 |
| MUP132 |
Class Piano II |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP131 or permission of Instructor. |
Student`s level and number of credits of class piano required for degree determined by piano instructor based on audition
|
|
0–1 |
MHL+++ or
MTC+++ or
MUC+++ or
MUE+++ or
MUP+++ |
Any MHL Music: History/Literature course(s) not counted in Required Courses Area |
|
Students should choose from the list of options that best align with their academic and professional goals. Courses should be selected in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
|
|
1–3 |
MUP151++ or
MUP152++ |
Private Instruction or Private Instruction |
|
If MUP151++ is selected, it must be completed twice.
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Performance Ensemble Coursework |
|
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit. Select courses in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
|
|
1–2 |
MUP151++ or
MUP152++ |
Private Instruction or Private Instruction |
|
If MUP151++ is selected, it must be completed twice.
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Performance Ensemble Coursework |
|
A total of six (6) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit. Select courses in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
|
|
1–2 |
| MTC130 |
Jazz Theory |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (MTC101 and MTC103), or permission of Instructor. |
|
|
2 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Term 3
Term 3
Term 3
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
MHL194 or
MHL241 |
Music and Culture or Music History and Literature to 1750 |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101 or a higher level MTC course; or Corequisites: MTC105 and MTC106 or permission of Instructor. or Prerequisites or Corequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC155 and MTC156, or permission of Instructor. |
Complete MHL194 if transferring to ASU and NAU
Complete MHL241 if transferring to NAU and Ottawa
|
G, HU or HU |
3 |
ENG102 or
ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL |
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107. |
|
FYC or FYC |
3 |
| SQ |
Natural Sciences Quantitative |
|
|
SQ |
4 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
Private Instruction Coursework
|
|
2 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
Ensemble Coursework
|
|
1–2 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| MUP202++ |
Private Instruction |
|
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Large Music Ensembles course |
|
Choose from the list of Musical Ensemble courses based on area of emphasis. Any substitutions require official approval of program director.
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit.
|
|
1–2 |
| MUP231 |
Class Piano III |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP132 or permission of Instructor. |
Student`s level and number of credits of class piano required for degree determined by piano instructor based on audition
|
|
0–1 |
| MTC205 |
Music Theory III |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC155. Corequisites: MTC206. |
|
|
3 |
| MTC206 |
Aural Perception III |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC156. Corequisites: MTC205. |
|
|
1 |
MHL+++ or
MTC+++ or
MUC+++ or
MUE+++ or
MUP+++ |
Any MHL Music: History/Literature course(s) not counted in Required Courses Area |
|
Students should choose from the list of options that best align with their academic and professional goals. Courses should be selected in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
|
|
1–3 |
MUP201++ or
MUP202++ |
Private Instruction or Private Instruction |
|
If MUP201++ is selected, it must be completed twice.
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Performance Ensemble Coursework |
|
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit. Select courses in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
|
|
1–2 |
MUP100 or
MUC195 or
MUC195AA or
MUC197 or
MUC193 or
MUC281 |
Introduction to Digital Musicianship or Studio Music Recording I or Studio Music Recording I or Live Sound Reinforcement I or Computer-Based Sound Synthesis or Electronic Music III |
No requisites or No requisites or No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC191 or permission of Instructor. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC192. |
|
|
2–3 |
MUC140 or
MUC191 |
Songwriting or Electronic Music I |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101, or MTC105, or permission of Instructor. or No requisites |
|
|
3 |
MUP201++ or
MUP202++ |
Private Instruction or Private Instruction |
|
If MUP201++ is selected, it must be completed twice.
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Performance Ensemble Coursework |
|
A total of six (6) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit. Select courses in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
|
|
1–2 |
MUP100 or
MUC195 or
MUC195AA or
MUC197 |
Introduction to Digital Musicianship or Studio Music Recording I or Studio Music Recording I or Live Sound Reinforcement I |
|
|
|
2–3 |
| MUP298AA |
Special Projects |
Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor. |
|
|
1 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| MHL+++ |
Any MHL Music: History/Literature course with [HU] designation |
|
Any additional MHL Music: History/Literature course with [HU] designation
|
HU |
3 |
SG or
SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative |
|
|
SG or SQ |
4 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
Private Instruction Coursework
|
|
2 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
Ensemble Coursework
|
|
1–2 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Specialization |
Specialization Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| MUP252++ |
Private Instruction |
|
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Large Music Ensembles course |
|
Choose from the list of Musical Ensemble courses based on area of emphasis. Any substitutions require official approval of program director.
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit.
|
|
1–2 |
| MUP232 |
Class Piano IV |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP231 or permission of Instructor. |
Student`s level and number of credits of class piano required for degree determined by piano instructor based on audition
|
|
0–1 |
| MTC255 |
Music Theory IV |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC205. Corequisites: MTC256. |
|
|
3 |
| MTC256 |
Aural Perception IV |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC206. Corequisites: MTC255. |
|
|
1 |
MHL+++ or
MTC+++ or
MUC+++ or
MUE+++ or
MUP+++ |
Any MHL Music: History/Literature course(s) not counted in Required Courses Area |
|
Students should choose from the list of options that best align with their academic and professional goals. Courses should be selected in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
|
|
1–3 |
| MUP298AA |
Special Projects |
Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor. |
|
|
1 |
MUP251++ or
MUP252++ |
Private Instruction or Private Instruction |
|
If MUP251++ is selected, it must be completed twice.
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Performance Ensemble Coursework |
|
A total of four (4) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit. Select courses in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
|
|
1–2 |
MUC181 or
MUC192 |
Popular Music Orchestration and Arranging or Electronic Music II |
Prerequisites or Corequisites: (MTC155 or higher level of MTC music theory course) and MTC180. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUC191. |
|
|
3 |
| MTC180 |
Computer Literacy for Musicians |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101, or MTC105, or Corequisites: MTC105, or permission of Instructor. |
|
CS |
3 |
MUC181 or
MTC203 or
MUP165 |
Popular Music Orchestration and Arranging or Jazz Composition or Jazz Improvisation II |
Prerequisites or Corequisites: (MTC155 or higher level of MTC music theory course) and MTC180. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC155, or MUP165, or permission of Instructor. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP164 or permission of Instructor. |
|
|
2–3 |
MUP251++ or
MUP252++ |
Private Instruction or Private Instruction |
|
If MUP251++ is selected, it must be completed twice.
|
|
2 |
| Ensemble |
Performance Ensemble Coursework |
|
A total of six (6) credits are required for the program.
Ensemble courses can be taken multiple times for credit. Select courses in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
|
|
1–2 |
Ensemble Coursework
A list of additional, alternative, or supplemental courses for this pathway map
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| MUP150 |
Community Chorus |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP153 |
Concert Choir |
|
MUP153 is recommended for Choral students (or, if unavailable, MUP150)
|
|
1 |
| MUP159 |
Community Orchestra |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP160 |
Orchestra |
|
MUP160 is recommended for Strings students (or, if unavailable, MUP159)
|
|
1 |
| MUP161 |
Community Band |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP162 |
Band |
|
MUP162 is recommended for Instrumental students (or, if unavailable, MUP161)
|
|
1 |
| MUP163 |
Jazz Ensemble |
|
MUP163 (limited to Jazz Big Bands) is recommended for Jazz students
|
|
1 |
| MUP169 |
Guitar Ensemble |
|
MUP169 is recommended for students interested in transfer to Ottawa University for Guitar (or, if unavailable, any other approved ensemble)
|
|
1 |
| MUP181 |
Chamber Music Ensembles |
|
MUP181 (limited to Piano Ensembles only) is recommended for Piano majors.
|
|
1 |
| MUP217 |
Music Theatre: Broadway Solos |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP/THP273 |
Musical Theatre Production |
Prerequisites: By audition. |
|
|
1 |
| MUP150 |
Community Chorus |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP153 |
Concert Choir |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP154AA |
Jazz Vocal Ensemble |
Prerequisites: Auditions required or permission of Instructor. |
|
|
1 |
| MUP154AB |
Jazz Vocal Ensemble |
Prerequisites: Auditions required and two semesters in A Cappella Choir or permission of Instructor. |
|
|
2 |
| MUP158 |
Rock Band |
Prerequisites: Auditions are required. |
|
|
1 |
| MUP159 |
Community Orchestra |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP160 |
Orchestra |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP161 |
Community Band |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP162 |
Band |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP163 |
Jazz Ensemble |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP169 |
Guitar Ensemble |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP181 |
Chamber Music Ensembles |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP190 |
Percussion Ensemble |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP163 |
Jazz Ensemble |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP181 |
Chamber Music Ensembles |
|
|
|
1 |
| MUP183 |
Jazz Combo |
|
|
|
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Pathway Map Option Details
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Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- C = Cultural Diversity in the US
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- G = Global Awareness
- H = Historical Awareness
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SG = Natural Sciences General
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet with an academic advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm10?id=188783).
Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.
Previous catalog years for Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA) in Associate in Arts, Fine Arts, Emphasis in Music
