The Dramatic Arts program includes theoretical and practical courses in all aspects of theatre. Students take courses to prepare for a transfer major in dramatic arts, for professional training, or to fulfill general education requirements. Performance and technical theatre opportunities are available to both majors and non-majors. Career options include both creative and technical work in the performing arts/entertainment industry, such as live theatre, film, television, and broadcasting; academic research and teaching; and other communications-related fields, such as advertising and public relations.
Students may earn the above-named associate degree by completing a certificate of achievement and the general education courses required for MiraCosta College's Associate in Arts degree. Students should meet with a MiraCosta counselor to identify required courses and to develop a written educational plan for the specific degree or certificate they wish to earn.
Program Student Learning Outcome Statement:
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to participate in and effectively observe, analyze, and critique the strengths and weaknesses of dramatic performances, taking into account various aspects of their design and technical production, including but not limited to scenic design, lighting design, overall stagecraft, lighting, makeup, and sound.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
MiraCosta College
Oceanside Campus,
1 Barnard Drive,
OCEANSIDE,
California,
92056, United States
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
San Elijo Campus
3333 Manchester Avenue Cardiff,
California,
CA 92007, West, United States
Students must be Eighteen years of age or older and able to benefit from instruction
A high school graduate or equivalent
IELTS score of 5.5
TOEFL score of 450 on the paper-based; test/133 on the computer-based test/ 46 on the iBT
DuoLingo English Test score of 75
Application Deadline:
Fall: July 1; Spring: Nov 15
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
MiraCosta College is a great choice for students starting their undergraduate education, with top transfer rates and a beautiful campus location.