What You Will Learn?
The curriculum for this Bachelor of Science degree program in Interdisciplinary Studies is an alternative to the usual undergraduate curriculum. It features a modified core curriculum and an area of emphasis rather than traditional major. Consequently, there is less specialization, but an opportunity for broader and more structured general education. The program provides core requirements in English, foreign language, fine arts, history, mathematics and science, philosophy, psychology, religious studies, and sociology as a foundation for self-enrichment, appreciation, and understanding.
The general education core requires 51 credits (17 classes), including nine credits (three classes) in religious studies. The area of emphasis requires 36 credits with one course being a 400 level capstone course.
The areas of emphasis include the following broad disciplinary categories:
- Humanities and Arts which will include courses from the following programs: Communication, Digital Media Art, Economics, English, Game Design and Production, History, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Sound Studies and Spanish.
- Natural and Health Sciences which will include courses from the following programs: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Exercise Science, Health Science, Healthcare Administration, Mathematics, Physics, Public Health and Radiation Therapy Technology.
- Social Sciences and Education which will include courses from the following programs: Adolescent Education, Childhood Education, Criminology, International Studies, Organizational Leadership, Peace and Justice Studies, Physical Education, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology.
Students will work with faculty advisors from the disciplines associated with one of the departments in their area of emphasis. The faculty advisors will coordinate advising with Centralized Advising.