Interdisciplinary Studies, B.A., A.A.
Majors or Minor
Online
Adult & Graduate Studies (AGS)
Interdisciplinary Studies at Bethel University allows you to make the most of your previous educational experiences in order to advance your career.
7
week sessions
6
start dates each year
Aug 23
next start date for AGS programs
Interdisciplinary Studies, B.A., A.A.
Bethel’s online A.A. or B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies empowers you to design a degree that fits your unique interests and career goals. Choose three concentration areas such as Business, Behavioral and Social Sciences, Ministry/Christian Leadership, Psychology, Sociology, Communications or Cybersecurity and build a personalized academic path.
Program Highlights:
- Customize your degree by selecting three concentration areas, each with courses sharing the same prefix code.
- Complete at least 12 credit hours at the 300 or 400 level within your major.
- Transfer credits from other accredited institutions may be applied to concentration areas, but the final 30 credit hours must be completed at Bethel University.
- At least 18 credit hours must be taken at Bethel and applied to your chosen concentrations.
- Concentration options include Business, Behavioral and Social Sciences, Ministry/Christian Leadership (Bible, Ministry, Theology), Psychology, Sociology, Communications, Cybersecurity and select Computer Science courses.
Degree Structure:
- 15 credit hours in a primary concentration area
- 9 credit hours in a secondary concentration area
- 9 credit hours in a third concentration area
Graduates of the Interdisciplinary Studies program are prepared for careers in:
- Business and management
- Social services and community organizations
- Ministry and nonprofit leadership
- Communications and public relations
- Cybersecurity and technology support
Students in this program will:
- Integrate knowledge and skills from multiple disciplines to solve complex problems.
- Develop critical thinking, communication and analytical abilities across diverse fields.
- Apply Christian values and ethical reasoning in academic and professional settings.
- Prepare for a wide range of careers or further study by tailoring your coursework to your interests and goals.
- Gain a broad, adaptable education that prepares you for leadership and service in a rapidly changing world.
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