This major requires a world language at the 212-level or higher for graduation. Language requirements may be completed after matriculation to NC State or prior to transfer by completing:
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Language 111 (prerequisite)
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Language 112 (prerequisite)
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Language 211 (required for graduation)
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Language 212 (required for graduation)
Native or heritage speakers of a language other than English may receive a waiver for this requirement after transfer to NC State. Please consult the World Languages placement page for more information.
Students are encouraged to build the North Carolina Community College (NCCC) course recommendations below into the associate degree to best prepare for the intended university and major.
| Recommended NCCC Course |
Credit
Hours |
University Equivalent
|
Associate Degree
Requirement Fulfilled |
University Requirement Fulfilled |
|
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry
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3
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ENG 1GEP: 100 Level English Composition
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English Composition
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Required for Admission to Univ.
|
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ENG 112: Writing/Research in the Disc
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3
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ENG 1GEP: 100 Level English Composition
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English Composition
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Required for Admission to Univ.
|
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MAT 171: Precalculus Algebra
|
4
|
MA 107: Precalculus I
&
MA 1**: 100 Level Mathematics
|
UGETC Math
|
Required Course
|
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COM 231: Public Speaking
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3
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COM 110: Public Speaking
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UGETC Humanities/Fine Arts
|
Suggested Course
|
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ART 115: Art History Survey II
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3
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HA 202: History of Art From the Renaissance Through the 20th Century
|
UGETC Humanities/Fine Arts
|
Suggested Course
|
HIS 112: World Civilizations II
OR
HIS 131 or HIS 132: American History I or II
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Social/Behavioral Sciences
|
Suggested Course
|
HIS 112: World Civilizations II
OR
HIS 131 or HIS 132: American History I or II
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Social/Behavioral Sciences
|
Suggested Course
|
HIS 121: Western Civilization I
OR
HIS 222, HIS 223, HIS 227, or HIS 260
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
Elective/Pre-Major Courses
|
Suggested Course
|
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ENG 125: Creative Writing I
|
3
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ENG 287: Explorations in Creative Writing
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Elective/Pre-Major Courses
|
Suggested Course
|
In addition to major-specific course recommendations above, students should work with a community college advisor to select additional community college courses to fulfill the remaining associate degree requirements identified below.
| Recommended NCCC Course |
Credit
Hours |
University Equivalent
|
Associate Degree
Requirement Fulfilled |
University Requirement Fulfilled |
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Humanities/Fine Arts
|
General Education
|
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Social/Behavioral Sciences
|
General Education
|
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
4
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Natural Sciences
|
General Education
|
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
9
|
University Equivalencies
|
Additional General Education Courses
|
General Education, Elective
|
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ACA 122: College Transfer Success
|
1
|
TR ***: Elective
|
Academic Transition
|
Elective
|
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
4
|
University Equivalencies
|
Additional General Education Courses
|
Elective, General Transfer Credit
|
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
8
|
University Equivalencies
|
Elective/Pre-Major Courses
|
Elective, General Transfer Credit
|
The Bachelor of Arts in Design Studies is a non-studio based program that provides an interdisciplinary orientation to the history and theory of the design disciplines, material culture and design thinking. Design Studies focuses on the social, historical, technological and physical contexts in which design is produced. It presents the formative role of design in shaping human values and experiences. Completion of the Design Studies major requires a minimum of 5 semesters at NC State. Please see the program website for additional information.