The Arts and Communication meta major refers to career fields and programs of study that are related to humanities, journalism, and writing, art, art history, media design, literary arts, technical arts, language, photography, performing arts, and fashion design. Careers in arts and communication combine creative expression and interpersonal skills to create innovative work.
Programs of Study, Degrees, and Certificates
Art
Designed for students interested in transferring to a four-year university or college, as well as students interested in furthering their skills in the visual arts.
Art History
Designed to prepare students for further study in the history of art leading to the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and/or the Ph.D. in Art History.
Communication
Offers a variety of courses designed to meet students’ needs for graduation, transfer, and personal and professional development.
Design and Digital Media
Serves students through successful job placement, transfer to four-year institutions, and personal fulfillment.
English as a Second Language
Offers language classes at six levels, from beginning to advanced.
Fashion
Designed to provide a program of study for the student interested in pursuing a career in fashion as a cutter-draper, tailor, pattern drafter, alterationist, or fiber artist.
Journalism
Provides coursework and hands-on training for students seeking careers as media professionals or seeking to update their media skills.
Music
A dynamic and exciting place where students learn about all aspects of the music industry.
Philosophy
Intended to prepare students for transfer into baccalaureate philosophy programs at the California State University.
Photography
Offering a wide range of training in the latest technology used in professional photography and multimedia career fields.
Spanish
Will help students develop proficiency in the following five skills: comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, and understanding of the people and culture of the Spanish-speaking countries.
Theatre Arts
Provides students with an understanding of the theories and techniques of acting, directing, and playwriting, and the elements of technical theatre.
World Languages
Helping student acquire proficiency in the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) so that they develop effective communication, creativity, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
Academic Counselor(s)
Tracey L Hodge
Email: hodget@scc.losrios.edu