BACHELOR OF ARTS
Liberal Studies
Degree Requirements
- Total number of credits required: 120 credits
- General Education Courses 36 Credits
- Core Courses 36 Credits
- Elective Courses 48 Credits
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies program provides students with an educational foundation that promotes blending and analyzing knowledge in a wide array of disciplines. With an emphasis on critical thinking and effective communication—skills that translate directly to job performance—graduates are prepared to be leaders in their profession and community. The program is also excellent preparation for those interested in pursuing a career in education and/or a teaching credential, as program participants complete coursework in several subjects that can be effectively translated to classroom instruction.
The Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts emphasizes literature, philosophy, social science, and analytical and critical thinking skills, all of which prepare you for lifelong learning and social, cultural, and technological change.
Upon successful program completion, the graduate will be able to:
- Find careers in business, government, and social services agencies like adult and family services, and health and welfare.
- Demonstrate entry level abilities for several different careers, including but not limited to:
a. Human Relations Officer
b. Policy Analyst
c. Public Relations officer
d. Legislative Assistant
e. Non–profit Staff Employee
f. Customer Service Representative
g. Advertising Account Executive
Upon successful program completion, the graduate will be able to:
- Examine major national and global issues, especially those issues related to cultures, diversity, and technology.
- Foster an independent view of the world while developing critical, creative thinking, and communication skills.
- Demonstrate awareness of art, history, philosophy, and technology and the impact these disciplines have on contemporary issues.
- Use and understand quantitative analysis for problem-solving and reflective development.
- Understand their personal purpose/role within their career, local communities, and global communities.
Bachelor of Arts Liberal Studies Courses
| Course Code | Course Titles | Classroom Hours/Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LIB111 | Urban Studies | 3 |
| LIB112 | Multicultural and Gender Studies | 3 |
| LIB131 | Information Systems and Literacy | 3 |
| LIB201 | Data & Statistics | 3 |
| LIB211 | Social Inequality | 3 |
| LIB221 | Reading and Writing in the Humanities | 3 |
| LIB253 | Introduction to Research Methods | 3 |
| LIB341 | Science, Technology, and the Literature of Culture | 3 |
| LIB342 | Human Geography | 3 |
| LIB360 | Environmental Psychology | 3 |
| LIB411 | Generational Differences in the Workforce | 3 |
| LIB453 | Research Project Completion | 3 |
| Liberal Studies and Open Electives | 48 | |
| Total Category Hours/ Credits | 84 | |
| General Education Requirements | ||
| Written & Oral Communications | 6 | |
| Mathematics | 3 | |
| Arts & Humanities | 9 | |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 9 | |
| Physical & Biological Sciences | 6 | |
| COL105 | College Success and Critical Thinking | 3 |
| Total Category Hours/ Credits | 36 | |
| Total Program Hours/Credits | 120 | |
For students in the Liberal Studies program that desire to focus on a specific subject matter, the following courses could be taken as part of the Elective requirements to gain expertise in the subject matter.
Liberal Studies Elective Focus Courses |
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Sustainability Focus |
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| LIB272 | Ecology | 3 |
| LIB370 | Environmental Management | 3 |
| LIB470 | Waste Management | 3 |
Education Focus |
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| LIB280 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
| LIB380 | Instructional Strategies | 3 |
| LIB485 | Internship for Education | 3 |
Business Focus |
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| BUS131 | Intro to Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BUS201 | Personal Financial Management | 3 |
| LIB335 | Social Media Networking | 3 |
Legal Focus |
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| LIB231 | Famous Trials in American History | 3 |
| LIB331 | Revolutionary Lives | 3 |
| LIB435 | Social Justice Movements | 3 |
| Liberal Studies Elective Focus Courses Required | 9 | |
