Faculty in the Arts & Humanities emphasize both traditional and digital literacy related to the diverse human condition and experience, as well as provide hands-on learning in both the classroom and a variety of art studios including pottery, film, and music. Students develop their talents through the guidance of experienced instructors who are practicing artists and professionals in their areas of specialization.
Guided Pathway to Success (GPS)
Suggested schedules map your path to degree completion.
Full-time student: Follow the green semester blocks in order.
Part-time student: Follow the blue course sequence at your own pace. Students should meet with an advisor each semester to carefully select and sequence courses based on their specific academic goals and interests.
Students who require developmental English or math coursework will need additional semesters to complete their degrees. Summer and January term classes may help students make faster progress. General Education CORE courses can often be taken in any semester. One course must be designated as a Cultural Competence course. A minimum of nine credits must be taken at the 200 level. Refer to the
college catalog for course details and the list of General Education and Cultural Competence classes.
Students are strongly recommended to consult an FCC advisor to select elective courses. Students planning to transfer may also reference
ARTSYS, the Maryland Articulation System.
1Recommended First Semester
1
Gen Ed Core
ENGL 101 - English Composition
3 Credits
2
Gen Ed Core
Mathematics Elective (Gen Ed course list)
3/4 Credits
3
Gen Ed Core
Humanities Gen Ed
3 Credits
4
Program Requirement
Arts & Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list)*
3 Credits
5
Gen Ed Core
Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list)
3 Credits
2Recommended Second Semester
6
Gen Ed Core
Arts Elective (Gen Ed course list)
3 Credits
7
Gen Ed Core
Communication Elective (Gen Ed course list)
3 Credits
8
Departmental Requirement
Arts & Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list)*
3 Credits
9
Elective(s)
Elective (Choose an elective in consultation with an advisor)
3 Credits
10
Departmental Requirement
Arts & Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list)*
3 Credits
3Recommended Third Semester
11
Gen Ed Core
Biological & Physical Sciences Elective w/lab (Gen Ed course list)
4 Credits
12
Gen Ed Core
Social & Behavioral Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list)
3 Credits
13
Departmental Requirement
Arts & Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list)*
3 Credits
14
PE/Health
Physical Education, Health, or Nutrition Requirement
1/3 Credits
15
Elective(s)
Elective (Choose an elective in consultation with an advisor)
3 Credits
4Recommended Fourth Semester
16
Gen Ed Core
General Education Elective (Gen Ed course list)
3 Credits
17
Departmental Requirement
Arts & Humanities Elective (Gen Ed course list)*
3 Credits
18
Gen Ed Core
Biological & Physical Sciences Elective (Gen Ed course list)
3 Credits
19
Elective(s)
Elective (Choose an elective in consultation with an advisor)
3 Credits
20
Elective(s)
Elective (Choose an elective in consultation with an advisor - credits may vary to fulfill 60 credits for degree)
4 Credits
Take within the first 24 credits
Fall Only
Spring Only
Summer Only
Milestone Course - take within recommended credit range to stay on track for completion
Take within the first 24 credits
Fall Only
Spring Only
Summer Only
Milestone Course - take within recommended credit range to stay on track for completion
*Choose a course from Art (ARTT), American Sign Language Studies (ASLS), Communications (COMM), Film and Video (FILM), Graphic Design (GRPH), English Literature (ENGL), Humanities (HUMN), Music (MUSC), Philosophy (PHIL), Theatre (THEA), or World Languages: Arabic (ARBC), Chinese (CHIN), French (FREN), German (GERM), Italian (ITAL), Latin (LATN), Russian (RUSS), or Spanish (SPAN). A minimum of 6 credits must be in the same discipline.
A student declares an A.A. in Arts & Humanities to explore a wide array of Arts & Humanities disciplines to help them identify a specific field of interest before they transfer. Students who transfer to a bachelor’s degree in the Arts & Humanities will have taken courses that are likely to relate to their chosen four-year major. It is also the preferred degree option for students who wish to transfer in a field where FCC does not currently offer a formal credential, including (but not limited to): Africana Studies, Arabic Studies, Asian Studies, Creative Writing, Film Studies, Media & Communication Studies, Modern Languages & Linguistics, Philosophy, Religious Studies, or Spanish Language, Literature, and Cultures.
Students who have identified their preferred field can choose to specialize further in the following Areas of Concentration within the A.A. in Arts & Humanities:
- Art
- Communications (Speech)
- English
- Film and Video Production
- Mass Communication
- Music
- Theater
The A.A. in Arts & Humanities is also an ideal degree for students interested in earning an A.A. degree alongside the certificate in American Sign Language Studies, or for preparing to enter the Sign Language Interpreter Program.
- Students majoring in an Area of Concentration will follow the curriculum for their major (Art, Communications (Speech), English, Film & Video Production, Graphic Design, Music, Theatre).
- Students majoring in the Associate of Arts in Arts & Humanities without an Area of Concentration should follow the curriculum outlined above.
- Students must take a minimum of 15 credits from the Arts & Humanities disciplines.
Learning Outcomes:
- Students will demonstrate understanding of major findings and ideas in Art, Communications, Graphic Design, Film & Video Production, English, Philosophy, Languages, Music, or Theater.
- Students will effectively communicate (verbally, artistically, and in writing).
- Students will be prepared to enter transfer institutions in Arts & Humanities fields.
- Students will demonstrate critical and creative thinking skills in Arts and Humanities disciplines.
2020-2021 Curriculum Pathway
2019-2020 Curriculum Pathway
2019-2020 Humanities Course Rotation
2019-2020 Philosophy Course Rotation
2019-2020 World Languages Course Rotation
*Course Renumbering Reference (for use with Pathways prior to 2019-2020)
2018-2019 Curriculum Pathway
2017-2018 Curriculum Pathway