The Associate in Arts Degree in English for Transfer (AA-T) is for students who intend to complete a bachelor’s degree in English at a CSU. Core course work explores primarily British and American writers through an array of literary traditions, providing opportunities for students to express their understanding and appreciation of the literary world through analysis, research and composition.
This degree provides lower division preparation for students planning to transfer into English programs. Students will take courses in English as well as related fields required for English majors. Students who complete this degree will be guaranteed admission with junior status to the California State University, though not a particular campus or major, and will be given priority admission to our local CSU campus.
A.A.-Transfer Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the English A.A.-Transfer Degree will:
- Critically analyze and evaluate the subtext of literature texts in order to demonstrate knowledge of literary terminology.
- Identify and evaluate the writer’s use of literature as a persuasive tool to identify and assess the effectiveness of literary works.
- Recognize the historical and cultural context of material to evaluate the impact of various cultural phenomena on perspectives presented in literature.
- Employ established modes of reasoning in the defense and development of thesis/judgments to clearly demonstrate knowledge of critical analysis tools in all written work.
- Critically analyze and synthesize source material to demonstrate the ability to write at the college level.
- Demonstrate cultural awareness, personal responsibility, and ethical behavior in evaluating and writing about literature.
- Demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of the scientific method of inquiry.
Students receiving this transfer degree must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
ADTs also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required course: | ||
| Critical Thinking and Writing through Literature | 4 | |
or ENGL C1003H | Critical Thinking and Writing through Literature - Honors | |
| Select four (4) of the following courses: | ||
| Introduction to English Literature I | 3 | |
| Introduction to English Literature II | 3 | |
| Introduction to U.S. American Literature I | 3 | |
| Introduction to U. S. American Literature II: 1865-The Present | 3 | |
| Introduction to World Literature: Ancient - Early Modern | 3 | |
| Introduction to World Literature: 1600's through Twentieth Century | 3 | |
| Select one (1) course not used above or one (1) of the following courses: | ||
| Introduction to Literature | 3 | |
or ENGL C1002H | Introduction to Literature - Honors | |
| Introduction to Poetry | 3 | |
| Drama as Literature | 3 | |
| Creative Writing: Fiction, Poetry and Non-Fiction | 3 | |
| Horror Literature | 3 | |
or ENGL 213H | Horror Literature - Honors | |
| American Latino Literature | 3 | |
| Queer Literature | 3 | |
or ENGL 224H | Queer Literature - Honors | |
| Asian American Literature | 3 | |
| African American Literature | 3 | |
| Introduction to Women's Literature | 3 | |
| Ethnic Voices in Film | 3 | |
| Film as Literature | 3 | |
or ENGL 291H | Film as Literature - Honors | |
| Children's Literature | 3 | |
or ENGL 293H | Children's Literature - Honors | |
| Introduction to Shakespeare | 3 | |
or ENGL 294H | Introduction to Shakespeare - Honors | |
| Ethnic Voices in U.S. Literature from 1900 to Present | 3 | |
| Literature of the Bible | 3 | |
| Total Units | 19 | |
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing - Honors | 4-5 |
| Cal-GETC Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning | 3-5 | |
| ENGL 251 | Introduction to English Literature I | 3 |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 or United States History to 1877 - Honors or United States History since 1865 or United States History since 1865 - Honors or African-American History to 1876 or African-American History since 1876 or History of Women in the United States or History of Women in the United States - Honors | 3 |
| Units | 13-16 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| ENGL C1003 or ENGL C1003H | Critical Thinking and Writing through Literature or Critical Thinking and Writing through Literature - Honors | 4 |
| ENGL 252 | Introduction to English Literature II | 3 |
| POLS C1000 or POLS C1000H | American Government and Politics or American Government and Politics - Honors | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 1C: Oral Communication | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| ENGL 261 or ENGL 271 | Introduction to U.S. American Literature I or Introduction to World Literature: Ancient - Early Modern | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 5B: Biological Science with Lab | 4 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 6: Ethnic Studies | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| ENGL C1002 or ENGL C1002H | Introduction to Literature or Introduction to Literature - Honors | 3 |
| ENGL 262 or ENGL 272 | Introduction to U. S. American Literature II: 1865-The Present or Introduction to World Literature: 1600's through Twentieth Century | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 5A: Physical Science without Lab | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 60-63 | |
Please make an appointment with a counselor to select elective courses and create a Student Educational Plan. Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs) are designed for transfer to the California State University (CSU) system. Additional coursework may be needed for students planning to transfer to the University of California (UC), independent or private institutions, or out-of-state colleges or universities.
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