First Year (34 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
16 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRAM 1351 - Acting I 1(Required for progression) | 3 | - |
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1301 - Composition I (FY) 1(Offered continuously, Required for progression) | 3 | 010 | ||
| SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication (FY)(Offered continuously) or SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking (FY)(Offered continuously) or SPCH 1321 - Business and Professional Communication (FY)(Offered continuously) |
3 | 090 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1302 - Composition II (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 010 | ||
| Choose any course in the Mathematics Core (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor, Offered continuously) | 3 | 020 |
Spring Semester
16 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRAM 1352 - Acting II | 3 | - | ||
| DRAM 1120 - Practicum I | 1 | - |
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIST 1301 - United States History I (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 060 | ||
| DRAM 1310 - Theater Appreciation (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 050 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIST 1302 - United States History II (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 060 | ||
| DRAM 2361 - Theatre History I or DRAM 2362 - Theatre History II (Select course not taken above) |
3 | - |
Summer Courses
The following courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any course from the Language, Philosophy, or Culture Core (HUMA 1301 preferred) (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor, Offered continuously) | 3 | 040 |
Second Year (26 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
Meet with program director about your Temple College graduation, university transfer plans, and/or career plans.
16 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRAM 1121 - Practicum II | 1 | - |
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOVT 2305 - Federal Government (Federal Constitution and Topics) (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 070 | ||
| Choose any course in the Life or Physical Science Core (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor, Offered continuously) | 3 | 030 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOVT 2306 - Texas Government (Texas Constitution and Topics) (FY)(Offered continuously) | 3 | 070 | ||
| DRAM 2355 - Script Analysis | 3 | - |
Spring Semester
Meet with program director about your Temple College graduation, university transfer plans, and/or career plans.
16 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRAM 2120 - Practicum III | 1 | - |
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choose any course in the Life or Physical Science Core (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor, Offered continuously) | 3 | 030 | ||
| Any course from the Component Core options (ENGL Literature preferred) (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor, Offered continuously) | 3 | 090 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choose any course in the Social or Behavioral Science Core (FY) 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor, Offered continuously) | 3 | 080 | ||
| DRAM 2361 - Theatre History I or DRAM 2362 - Theatre History II (Select course not taken previously) |
3 | - |
Important Notes
Note 1: Must successfully complete the course in order to progress in the AA Theatre degree.
Note 2: Meet with an academic advisor to discuss preferred core and degree requirements for your transfer university and for university specific transfer classes.
FY: Course will be offered on a continuous basis so that a student can take the course in any fall or spring semester.
Core Curriculum Numbering: 010-090 represents the Core Curriculum Numbering System.
Transfer Outlook
AA Theatre (THTR) can lead to university transfer for Bachelor of Arts/Fine Arts in Theatre with specialities such as acting, production, and teaching. AA THTR students interested in these bachelor's degrees must work with a Theatre faculty advisor or academic advisor to determine transferable course work.
Career Outlook
Potential career paths and entry-level salaries in Central Texas:
- Producer or Director: $33,737 (Associate Degree required)
- Drama Professor: $44,346 (Master's/Doctoral Degree required)
- 7-12 Drama Teacher: $51,041 (Bachelor's Degree + Teaching Certification required)
Salary data based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas from https://texaswages.com/