English, A.A.-T
An Associate in Arts in English for Transfer will fulfill the requirements for students to transfer to a four-year college or university as an English major. The courses in the A.A.-T in English for Transfer provide students with an ability to write academic analyses and arguments, to conduct research, and to read and think critically. The literature courses in this degree provide students with an understanding of diverse cultures and historical time periods and seek to stretch students’ abilities to think critically about texts and ideas they encounter and to communicate insightful ideas through the means of well-written academic discourse.
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Begin by exploring MSJC program maps to find career or transfer opportunities. Program maps show the recommended course sequence that leads to graduation or transfer. The maps were developed by program experts to give you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.
Transfer degrees require a minimum of 60 semester CSU or UC transferable units with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA. Additionally, transfer degrees also require the completion of Cal-GETC general education. Please note that some courses are only transferable to a CSU, and this is noted in the program map. To transfer to a UC, students must complete at least 60 UC transferable units.
- Starting in Spring? Choose Fall Semester 1 courses.
- Are you a part-time student? Start Fall Semester 1 courses and follow the course sequence.
Cal-GETC
| Fall Semester 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL-C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing | 3 |
| MATH-115 | Ideas of Mathematics | 3 |
| COMM-C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| POLS-C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| CSCR-100 | College Success and Career Readiness | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Spring Semester 1 | ||
| ENGL-C1001 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| LIT-106 | Introduction to Literature (formerly ENGL-106) | 3 |
| ANTH-101 & ANTH-111 or BIOL-115 | Biological Anthropology or Introductory Topics in Biology: Cells to Ecosystems (formerly Topics in Biology) | 4 |
| HIST-111 or HIST-112 | U.S. History to 1877 or U.S. History Since 1865 | 3 |
| ART-104 | World Art or History and Appreciation of Dance or History of Jazz and Blues | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Fall Semester 2 | ||
| LIT-207 or LIT-230 | American Literature: Pre-Colonial to 1865 or English Literature to 1775 | 3 |
| ENGL-130 or LIT-131 | Introduction to Creative Writing or Children's Literature | 3 |
| ASTR-111 or ENVS-101 | Planetary Astronomy or Environmental Science | 3 |
| SPAN-101 or FREN-101 | Elementary Spanish I or Elementary French I | 4 |
| LIT/ETHS-240 | American Indian Literature (formerly ENGL-240) or Latinx/Chicanx Literature or Multiethnic Literature (formerly ENGL-280) | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Spring Semester 2 | ||
| LIT-208 or LIT-231 | American Literature: 1865 to Present or English Literature: 1775 to Present (formerly ENGL-231) | 3 |
| SPAN-102 or FREN-102 | Elementary Spanish II or Elementary French II | 4 |
| LIT-132 | Adolescent Literature or World Mythology and Folklore or Film and Literature (formerly ENGL-225) or Gender and Sexuality in Literature or Introduction to African American Literature (formerly ENGL-260) | 3 |
| Elective Course 1 | 3 | |
| Units | 13 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
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Choose a course from English or Literature that has not already been taken.
Language Other Than English (LOTE):
This is a graduation requirement for UC campuses but not for admission. You can fulfill LOTE by completing two years of the same foreign language in high school with a grade of C or better in the final semester; by completing one semester of a foreign language at a college, or by demonstrating proficiency with a grade of C or better in ASL-100, FREN-101, or SPAN-101. Languages other than English for Native Speakers are also acceptable for this requirement. Review individual campus information and requirements here: https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/counselors/uc-graduation-requirements/
Some CSU campuses may also require language proficiency for graduation, and more than one semester may be necessary.
At MSJC, LOTE courses count as electives. For personalized guidance, please consult your MSJC Counselor.
CSU - U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals:
This is a graduation requirement for CSU campuses but not for admission. Although not a Cal-GETC requirement, MSJC may certify completion of the CSU graduation requirement in U.S. History, Constitution and American Ideals with POLS-1000/1000H and HIST-111/111H or HIST-112/112H. Courses used to meet this requirement may also be used to satisfy Cal-GETC Subject Area 4 requirements.
High School Students:
Students are encouraged to take courses during the summer before the Fall semester begins, specifically for students majoring in STEM.
Work Based Learning:
Sign up for a special project or internship opportunity to gain valuable work experience and earn credits. For more information, email AWBL@msjc.edu or call 951-639-5352.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| ENGL-C1001 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| or ENGL-C1001H | Critical Thinking and Writing - Honors | |
| LIT-106 | Introduction to Literature (formerly ENGL-106) | 3 |
| or LIT-106H | Honors Introduction to Literature (formerly ENGL-106H) | |
| List A: Select two | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| American Literature: Pre-Colonial to 1865 | ||
or LIT-207H | Honors American Literature: Pre-Colonial to 1865 | |
| American Literature: 1865 to Present | ||
or LIT-208H | Honors American Literature: 1865 to Present | |
| English Literature to 1775 | ||
or LIT-230H | Honors English Literature to 1775 | |
| English Literature: 1775 to Present (formerly ENGL-231) | ||
or LIT-231H | Honors English Literature: 1775 to Present (formerly ENGL-231H) | |
| List B: Select one | ||
| Select any course from List A not used above or one of the following courses: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Creative Writing | ||
or ENGL-130H | Honors Introduction to Creative Writing | |
| Children's Literature | ||
or LIT-131H | Honors Children's Literature | |
| Multiethnic Literature (formerly ENGL-280) | ||
| Honors Multiethnic Literature (formerly ENGL-280H) | ||
| List C: Select one | ||
| Select any course from List A or B not used above or one of the following courses: | 3 | |
| Adolescent Literature | ||
or LIT/ED-132H | Honors Adolescent Literature | |
| World Mythology and Folklore | ||
or LIT-205H | Honors World Mythology and Folklore | |
| Film and Literature (formerly ENGL-225) | ||
or LIT-225H | Honors Film and Literature (formerly ENGL-225H) | |
| American Indian Literature (formerly ENGL-240) | ||
| Honors American Indian Literature (formerly ENGL-240H) | ||
| Gender and Sexuality in Literature | ||
or LIT-255H | Honors Gender and Sexuality in Literature | |
| Introduction to African American Literature (formerly ENGL-260) | ||
or LIT-260H | Honors Introduction to African American Literature (formerly ENGL-260H) | |
| Latinx/Chicanx Literature | ||
| Honors Latinx/Chicanx Literature | ||
| Total Units | 18 | |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Units for Major | 18 | |
| Cal-GETC Pattern | 34 | |
Possible double counting: 9 units | ||
| Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units) | ||
Total Units for A.A.-T Degree: 60 units
The overall requirements for this Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) can be met by:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer.
- Completion of Cal-GETC requirements.
- Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Completion of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
ADTs also require that students earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is acceptable if pass is defined as a grade of C or better. ADTs are intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. A student completing an ADT is guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not a particular campus or major. Students should meet with a Counselor to develop a comprehensive educational plan to further understand university and transfer requirements.
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