Course Catalog
Section F · Visual & Performing ArtsUC Honors · +1.0 GPA AP Exam Preparation
AP 3D Art and Design
UC A-G approved AP 3D Art and Design course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.
1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Visual Arts Grades 10, 11, 12 10 credits
Section FUC A‑G Requirement
Visual & Performing Arts — 1 year required
One yearlong course (or two semester courses) in dance, drama/theater, music, visual arts, or interdisciplinary arts. Courses must be UC-approved and meet state visual/performing arts content standards.
UC Honors Designation
AP Art History, AP Drawing, AP 2D Art & Design, AP 3D Art & Design, and AP Music Theory all earn 1 extra weighted GPA point.
Why This Matters for College Admission
Arts courses develop creativity and design thinking — skills increasingly valued in tech and business. Many selective UCs view a second or third arts year as a positive differentiator.
What You'll Learn
Develop a sustained investigation portfolio demonstrating artistic growth
Master compositional principles: form, color, texture, space, and perspective
Create works in multiple media including drawing, painting, printmaking, and digital tools
Analyze art history and connect contemporary work to historical movements
Critique peers' work using formal analysis vocabulary
Prepare a portfolio for AP Art & Design or college-level art programs
Course Structure
Unit 1Weeks 1–6
Foundations & Core Concepts
- Vocabulary and conceptual framework
- Historical/scientific/mathematical context
- Primary skill development
Unit 2Weeks 7–12
Core Content Development
- Deep dive into central themes
- Evidence analysis and interpretation
- Practice with AP-style free-response
Unit 3Weeks 13–18
Advanced Application
- Complex problem-solving
- Cross-unit synthesis
- Timed AP multiple-choice practice
Unit 4Weeks 19–24
AP Exam Preparation & Capstone
- Full-length practice exams
- Score analysis and targeted review
- Final project or research paper
Curated syllabus · 5 units · 29 videos
AP 3-D Art and Design: study order
Portfolio-based 3-D: Sustained Investigation (60%) + Selected Works (40%). Units cover sculpture, ceramics, installation, and digital 3-D.
Overview
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AP Art: 3D Design - 2019 College Board Exemplar Portfolio Selected WorksKaryne Cross
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AP Exam Preparation
This course is designed to prepare you fully for the College Board AP exam. A score of 3–5 can earn college credit at thousands of universities, potentially saving you tuition on entry-level college courses.
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Qualified - Credit Eligible
UC/CSU Honors designation applies to courses with AP scores of 3 or higher. Check your target university's AP credit policy for specific course equivalencies.
Prerequisites & Requirements
Prior coursework in Visual Arts; strong academic standing recommended
All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.