Interdisciplinary Studies-Social Sciences, BS

Program Information
Interdisciplinary studies-social sciences major is for students whose primary interest in the social sciences requires interdisciplinary programs and course selections which are not possible within single academic programs or established curricula. Program offers students an opportunity to devise an approved, coherent program of study with an academic advisor fulfilling academic or career goals and includes prerequisites consistent with the 300- 400-level major coursework. Since the program is a student-designed, interdisciplinary major, course selections will vary. Students in the interdisciplinary studies major must take courses in at least three disciplines within the major.

Admission Requirement
Applicants must have completed 60 credit hours of study with a minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA and be in academic good standing for admission.

Additional Degree Requirements
Application to the program must be completed at least three quarters prior to anticipated graduation. Students must earn a minimum grade of C- in each course in an approved interdisciplinary studies major plan and achieve a minimum 2.25 GPA in the major. Courses in a student’s minor or second major may not be included in the interdisciplinary studies major plan without advisor’s consent. Students will enroll in IDS 489 no earlier than 2 quarters following successful completion of IDS 289.

Program Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• demonstrate knowledge of the range of perspectives and conventions associated with their course of study, emphasizing the interdisciplinary nature of their program by integrating and applying knowledge across experience and disciplines;
• demonstrate the ability to craft effective written material relevant to one or more specific learning objectives included in their approved plan of study;
• analyze facts, concepts, theories, and processes associated with the disciplines under study; and
• report satisfaction with their overall degree program experience.