At DVC, our courses, certificate and degree programs are organized into what we call Interest Areas. Interest Areas are groups of related programs. They help you find a path to reach your educational and career goals.
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Environmental Science
DVC's environmental science program offers interdisciplinary study across scientific disciplines to develop a deep understanding of sustainability in all its dimensions.
Environmental Science
Social Sciences
Ethnic Studies
DVC does not yet offer an ethnic studies degree or certificate, but it does students prepare for upper level degrees in ethnic studies and social justice.
Ethnic Studies
Arts, Communication & Language
Business, Computer Science & Culinary Arts
Film, Television and Electronic Media
The FTVE program welcomes all media creators and can prepare students for immediate employment in the electronic media, TV and film industries.
Film, Television and Electronic Media
Business, Computer Science & Culinary Arts
Science & Health
Geography
Geography is an interdisciplinary study style program at DVC preparing you to work in private, government or non-profit settings. This growing field has many career options!
Geography
Science & Health
Geology
DVC's geology program builds a strong foundation in earth sciences and prepares students for transfer, with courses in geology, chemistry, physics, and math.
Geology
Math & Engineering
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
DVC's heating, ventilation, air conditioning & refrigeration (HVACR) program prepares you to become a HVACR mechanic & installer. You'll have the skills and knowledge to get employed after graduation.
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Social Sciences
History
DVC History offers courses to expand your knowledge, apply critical thinking, and explore historical impacts—ideal for careers in education, public service, or law.
History
Science & Health
Horticulture
Start your horticulture career at DVC! Gain practical skills for roles like arborist or landscape technician, and earn certificates or transfer to a 4-year college.
Horticulture
Arts, Communication & Language
Social Sciences
Humanities
Studying humanities fosters a deep understanding of creative expression in arts, literature, and philosophy while enhancing your critical thinking and writing skills.
Humanities
Math & Engineering
Industrial Design
DVC's industrial design program equips you with the creative and technical skills to design, develop, and prototype products for various industries.
Industrial Design
Arts, Communication & Language
Social Sciences
Journalism
The DVC journalism program teaches news writing, reporting, and digital storytelling, preparing students for careers in print, online, and broadcast media.
Journalism
Science & Health
Kinesiology
The kinesiology program teaches human movement, fitness, and wellness, preparing students for careers in sports, fitness training, rehabilitation, and health fields.
Kinesiology