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Multidisciplinary Studies Degree

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Overview of Multidisciplinary Studies Degree

Multidisciplinary Studies is a theme-oriented and student-designed major leading to a bachelor of arts degree. The major consists of 36 credits, divided into two sections. The core (12 credits) consists of 3 credits each in the following: research methods/projects; communication skills; theory/application; and critical analysis. The option (24 credits) consists of 15 credits at the 400 level, including a 400 level Capstone Course and 9 supporting credits.

In order to be eligible for entrance to the Multidisciplinary Studies major, the student must submit a proposal. In consultation with an adviser, the student formulates a proposal designing a program that investigates a theme from the viewpoint of at least three different subject areas. Students may not duplicate existing majors from any academic area. An important standard for entrance to the Multidisciplinary Studies major is the student's ability to design a program with academic integrity worthy of a bachelor of arts degree.

For the Bachelor of Arts degree in Multidisciplinary Studies, a minimum of 123 credits is required.

Baccalaureate Degree Undergraduate Program Bulletin Description

Multidisciplinary Studies Degree

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Contact Multidisciplinary Studies Program Coordinator

Paul Perrone, M.A.

Assistant Teaching Professor, English
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