Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Humanities. Students in this pathway develop skills in data analysis, research design, oral and written communication, group communication and collaboration, and become adept in diversity, equity, ...
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This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Humanities. Students in this pathway develop skills in data analysis, research design, oral and written communication, group communication and collaboration, and become adept in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Completion of this program allows students to transfer at the junior level into an Humanities program at a four-year college or university. It also opens doors to a variety of careers in sectors including international relations/law, non-profits, museums/zoos, education, government, health care, tourism, and business.
Many of the courses on this pathway contribute to the Equity and Social Justice Emphasis. Students who receive the required number of Equity and Social Justice courses will receive a notation on their transcript. Please see an advisor to learn more about the Equity and Social Justice Emphasis.
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This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Humanities. Students in this pathway develop skills in data analysis, research design, oral and written communication, group communication and collaboration, and become adept in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Completion of this program allows students to transfer at the junior level into an Humanities program at a four-year college or university. It also opens doors to a variety of careers in sectors including international relations/law, non-profits, museums/zoos, education, government, health care, tourism, and business.
Many of the courses on this pathway contribute to the Equity and Social Justice Emphasis. Students who receive the required number of Equity and Social Justice courses will receive a notation on their transcript. Please see an advisor to learn more about the Equity and Social Justice Emphasis.
Estimated Length of Completion
Degree
Quarters
Units
Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
Full time : 6
90-93
You may need more or fewer units depending on your transferred credits, individual situation, and goals.
Step 1: Apply and register
at Seattle Central College anytime (the application is always free). Once you become a student, register for classes using the
online class schedule and go to the
academic calendar for registration dates and tuition deadlines.
Step 2: See an advisor
to create a personalized educational plan by the end of your second quarter.
Your plan will include prerequisites, graduation requirements, and transfer preparation
if you plan to transfer to another college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.
Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List
90-93 Units
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below.
The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time.
The guide assumes a fall quarter start and college placement, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level.
Note about the sample schedule: Classes are offered in
various formats such as online (e-learning) and may not be offered each quarter.
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Quarter 1
To-Do List
18
UNITS
To-Do List
Schedule an appointment with your assigned advisor in Starfish to discuss your academic goals and to create a short-term educational plan
Drop by the Library to get help with research; check out resources; access computers and study space; and create media projects
ENGL&101
English Composition I
5 units
ENGL&101 5 units
ENGL& 101:
English Composition I
This pathway assumes placement into ENGL&101. Speak to an advisor if you place into a different English course.
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
Examines the skills in communication and empathy required for intercultural communication. Includes an interdisciplinary study of diverse cultures and perspectives in the United States in the context of economic, political, and cultural globalization.
Course ID 0708895 Units
World Languages 1 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
Choose a course
5 units
World Languages 1 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts 5 units
Choose a World Language level 1 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
Assists new students in their adjustment to community college. Includes goal-setting, self-motivation skills, identifying college resources, personal development and general study hints.
Course ID 0695893 Units
Quarter 2
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Research and develop a list of four-year colleges and universities
Continuation of the composition sequence with further instruction and practice in the writing process, concentrating on critical reading and writing techniques needed for the preparation and completion of documented essays.
Examines state formation in the context of global capitalism. Students will study the ways in which economic structures produce specific social relations of power - such as racism and patriarchy - and the role of the state in producing and reproducing these systems. Each class is structured around a unique theme. Past themes for this course have included prisons, struggles for Black liberation, and reproductive justice.
Course ID 0708925 Units
World Languages 2 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
Choose a course
5 units
World Languages 2 or Visual, Literary and Perf Arts 5 units
Choose a World Language level 2 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
Visit potential universities and determine application deadlines
Meet with Transfer Center advisor to determine transfer eligibility
MATH&107 or MATH116 or MATH&146
Choose a course
5 units
MATH&107 or MATH116 or MATH&146 5 units
Choose a course
MATH& 107:
Math In Society
Intended for non-science majors; fulfills QSR requirement for AA Degree. Topics include financial computations (e.g. loans and interest), modeling linear and exponential growth (e.g. population growth and disease spread), and basic probability and statistics (e.g. understanding data and risk), with an emphasis on applications. Other topics selected by instructor.
Course ID 0716145 Units
MATH 116:
Applications of Math: Management, Life and Social Sciences
Explores functions and graphs as found in business and the social sciences. Students utilize linear, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions, solve systems of equations and inequalities, and learn applications of the growth of money.
Course ID 0715945 Units
MATH& 146:
Introduction to Statistics
(Formerly MATH 109) Covers descriptive methods, probability and probability distributions, samples, decisions, hypothesis testing and statistical inferences. Fulfills QSR requirement for A.A. degree.
Course ID 0716195 Units
Individuals/Cultures/Societies
Choose a Course
5 units
Individuals/Cultures/Societies 5 units
Click on the hyperlink. Choose any course from the list.
Examines Hollywood film-making as an art form, a business and a shaper of culture. View, discuss and critically analyze classics, features and documentaries for increased understanding of literary and artistic elements. Covers the impact of films on personal experience, American culture and the world.
Course ID 0708905 Units
HUM 125:
Hip-Hop Theory and Culture
Identifies and critically examines the theoretical foundations of hip-hop culture and rap music, the evolution of hip-hop philosophy and the community from which it originated. Analyzes the influences that the background, music and style of the hip-hop generation have upon a multicultural nation and world.
Course ID 0708935 Units
Individuals/Cultures/Societies
Choose a Course
5 units
Individuals/Cultures/Societies 5 units
Click on the hyperlink. Choose any course from the list.
Survey of 20th and 21st century international films and filmmakers from around the globe. Analyzes how film themes are conveyed through narrative and style. Examines cinema as an art form that represents and influences social, political and cultural movements worldwide.
Introduces key themes and critical frameworks in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, and Queer (LGBTQ) Studies. Topics include histories of sexuality; forms of oppression including heterosexism, homophobia, and transphobia; resistance to oppression; violence against LGBTQ people; queer activism; diverse experiences of sexuality; and representations in literature, art, and popular media.
Course ID 0709065 Units
Individuals/Cultures/Societies
Choose a Course
5 units
Individuals/Cultures/Societies 5 units
Click on the hyperlink. Choose any course from the list.
Examines the economic, political, and social organization of urban space. By studying current social issues like homelessness, gentrification, and police violence, students will explore the links between power, oppression in U.S. cities in the context of global capitalism. We will also explore how social movements have sparked important social changes.
Course ID 2338365 Units
HUM 145:
Film Genre
Study of a particular film genre through a theoretical lens to discover its historical and cultural roots, significance, and context.
Course ID 0708955 Units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies
Choose a course
5 units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or Individuals/Cultures/Societies 5 units
Choose one course from either category. (Click on a category title to see the course list.)
It's time to apply for Financial Aid for next year by completing either the
FAFSA or the
WASFA 2024-25.
Need help paying for college?
To apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships you don’t have to pay back, visit
Central's Financial Aid Department for details.
Part-time and full-time students can qualify for financial aid funds.
A Humanities pathway can lead to various career opportunities. Examples include:
Community organizing
Healthcare
Social Services and non-profits
Educator
Research Assistant
Law
A Bachelor’s degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above. For current employment and wage estimates, please visit https://www.bls.gov/oes/. To discuss additional careers options, speak with faculty once you begin classes or contact the Career Exploration Center. CareerServicesCenter@seattlecolleges.edu or 206.934.4383
Future Education Opportunities
Once you complete this Associate degree, additional education opportunities include:
A Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies, Gender and Women's Studies, Comparative History of Ideas, Law Society and Justice, or other interdisciplinary fields at a four-year college or university
An A.A.S. in Visual Media Studies for Seattle Central College
An Applied Behavioral Sciences degree from Seattle Central College
Seattle Central College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Humanities graduates from Central have also transferred to out-of-state institutions. Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice. You can use the College Navigator search engine found at http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to find Humanities programs in Washington state or around the country.
