Associate in Arts, Communication Arts - Theatre Option
Philadelphia, USA
DURATION
4 Semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 Jul 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 25,083 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
The Communication Arts major at Delaware County Community College blends the theoretical with the practical by providing students with a foundation in the study of human communication that prepares them to continue academic study in the field. In particular, students select specialized programs and related electives by choosing one of three degree program options: Communication Studies, Journalism, or Theatre. When selecting a Communication Arts program option, including courses and electives, the student should consult four-year transfer institution requirements.
The Theatre option is designed for students who wish to continue academic study in theatre, acting (for stage or film), directing and/or technical theatre (lights, sound, set construction, etc.). Students who wish to continue to a four-year degree in theatre or performance art should choose this option.
Start Date
Every semester.
- Fall Semester: Late August
- Spring Semester: Early January
- Summer Semester: Late May
Program Outcome
- Apply basic theories and principles of human communication.
- Apply the multiple skill sets which collaborate in the production of theatre and drama.
- Explain the history of theatre and acting and how these reflect and absorb the political and social history of the world.
- Apply theories of voice, movement and speech to the analysis and performance of a written text.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Delaware County Community College's Educational Foundation awards approximately $300,000 in scholarships annually. Each scholarship has its own criteria for eligibility established by the donor. The application period for scholarships each year runs from mid-February to mid-April.
Curriculum
First Semester
- English Composition I
- Interpersonal Communication
- Introduction to Theatre or Acting I
- Select one of the following:
- American History I
- American History II
- World Civilizations I
- World Civilizations II
- Any transferable Scientific Inquiry designated Science course
Second Semester
- English Composition II: Writing About Literature
- Any transferrable Quantitative Reasoning designated MAT course 1
- Introduction to Information Technology or Introduction to Computer Science
- Introduction to Theatre or Acting I
- Any PSY or SOC
Third Semester
- Stagecraft
- Program Option Elective*
- Humanities Elective*
- Humanities Elective (foreign language recommended)*
- Science or Mathematics Elective*
Fourth Semester
- Program Option Elective*
- Social Science Elective*
- Humanities Elective*
- Humanities Elective (foreign language recommended)*
- Open Elective*
*For more information about electives, please contact the school or visit the course webpage.
English Language Requirements
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