Interdisciplinary Studies – General Studies
Overview
Interdisciplinary Studies give you the versatility to customize a program of study while achieving an Associate of Arts. Often, students enroll in college with no particular major in mind; yet they do have keen areas of enthusiasm in multiple fields. Interdisciplinary Studies satisfy this desire for a degree composed of various disciplines.
After transferring the associate鈥檚 degree in Interdisciplinary Studies to a four-year institution, a student will receive guidance in creating a defined path of coursework that will support the student鈥檚 specific interests and potential career opportunities.
In completing the Associate of Arts degree at 开心鬼传媒, students will lay a strong foundation in critical thinking, oral and written communication, and technology use so that they are prepared to complete a bachelor鈥檚 degree at a four-year college. The courses for this Interdisciplinary degree cover the diverse disciplines of natural science and physical sciences, mathematics, economics, composition and literature, speech, art, music, and multiple social sciences鈥攊ncluding geography, psychology, political science, sociology, and anthropology.
Quick Facts
- Associate of Arts
- Jackson
- Rankin
- Raymond
- Utica
- Vicksburg
- Online
- Face-to-Face
Sample Curriculum
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Orientation | 2 |
| English Composition I | 3 |
| College Algebra | 3 |
| Principles of Biology I, Lecture & Lab | 4 |
| Music Appreciation | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| English Composition II | 3 |
| Art Appreciation | 3 |
| Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| World Regional Geography | 3 |
| General Psychology | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| Theatre Appreciation | 3 |
| Public Speaking I | 3 |
| World Civilizations I | 3 |
| World Literature I | 3 |
| Marriage & Family | 3 |
| Total Hours | 18 |
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Human Growth & Development | 3 |
| World Civilizations II | 3 |
| Physical Science Survey I, Lecture & Lab | 4 |
| American National Government | 3 |
| Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| Total Hours | 16 |
The degree plan provides the courses recommended for students seeking to transfer in this area of study. Students should consult the for specific course requirements at specific Mississippi universities. Students can also use .