Interdisciplinary Studies
Maureen McGrath (Director)
In collaboration with Whitworth's College of Arts & Sciences, Whitworth Online offers a bachelor of professional studies in interdisciplinary studies. This interdisciplinary degree builds on the strength of a liberal arts core curriculum, providing the adult student with a balanced and coherent study of the arts, the humanities, and the natural and social sciences. Whitworth is dedicated to providing an academically excellent liberal arts education that will equip each student with the skills necessary to respond creatively to the personal and professional challenges of life.
Learning outcomes of this major are as follows:
Students will be able to:
- Articulate the human experience, thoughts and values
- Explore various options for further study and/or professional engagement
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills for a variety of professions
- Identify the influence of faith on vocation
- Demonstrate cultural competence
Students have the opportunity to design their own academic program in consultation with an advisor. A minimum of 36 semester credits is required for the completion of the interdisciplinary studies major.
Requirements for Interdisciplinary Studies, B.P.S. (36) | ||
|---|---|---|
| PY 300 | Being Human | 3 |
| Capstone Course | 3 | |
| At least 15 credits of the 30 semester credit total should be from humanities disciplines: art, communication studies, English, history, music, philosophy, theology, and theatre. | 15 | |
| At least 15 credits of the 30 semester credit total should be from social science disciplines: economics, political science, psychology, and sociology. | 15 | |
| At least 12 credits of the 36 semester credit total must be upper division. | ||