UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
The Interdisciplinary Studies Program
The IDS major is an alternative to a traditional major/minor program, allowing a student to design a program that reflects unique educational interests and career goals. During the sophomore or junior year, students submit proposals to University College outlining their intended course of study. In addition to the general IDS option, there are two structured concentrations available:
Concentration in International Studies: The concentration in International Studies consists of core courses defined according to one of three curricular tracks: Culture, Development, or Science & Technology. The major is composed of three subject areas, each with 21 units, including: (1) International Studies, (2) the track studies, and (3) Language/Regional Studies. As part of the Subject Area 3, students take an International Studies Proseminar, during which they write a Senior Capstone Thesis. To support this global, interdisciplinary educational plan, sixth semester proficiency is required in a foreign language.
Concentration in Culture, Science, Technology & Society (CSTS): The concentration in CSTS provides students with a coherent and challenging major focusing on the interaction between science/technology and culture/society. The major is composed of three subject areas of 21 units each. Students take the core courses in CSTS as Subject Area 1. The other two subject areas are chosen from Anthropology, Economics, History, International Studies, Sociology, one of the natural sciences, or one of the College of Engineering disciplines. All students complete a Senior Capstone Thesis under the guidance of a faculty advisor.
For more information about the program and application process, contact the University College at 621-7763.
General education program
All undergraduate students are required to complete a general education program. Designed to provide a foundation for university learning, the program develops students' creative and analytical skills and integrates knowledge across university disciplines.
A new general education program will be implemented Fall 1998. Click here for information about the new university-wide general education structure and a list of available pilot courses, or contact University College at 621-7763.
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