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The Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities is a two to four-year undergraduate program focusing on languages, art, music, religion, philosophy, and literature. Graduate studies in humanities usually require an additional two to four years of study. As part of the liberal arts, the course concentrates on the human experience, and is, thus, of a more qualitative nature. It provides students with a well-rounded education and a wide exposure to the diverse forms of art, focusing on a more in-depth understanding of culture and history from different periods.
It is also possible to attain an Associate’s Degree in Humanities, which is intended for students with broad interests: drama, literature, art, music, languages and philosophy of diverse cultures through varying periods of time. This degree serves as a preparation for those who wish to transfer to a bachelor’s degree program and qualifies students for entry-level work.
A Master’s Degree in Humanities will allow students to concentrate on a specialization of choice, such as in a more in-depth analysis of history in a particular country or region, and studies of themes in literature. A master’s dissertation is not always a requirement, though that can vary among institutions.
Earning a Doctoral Degree in Humanities allows you to qualify for teaching positions in most colleges and universities. It takes three to four years to finish, however the rewards in terms of postgraduate employment are more than satisfactory.
Areas of study
The Humanities program tackles various disciplines, including studies in writing, communications, design, music, and arts. The study of arts, which takes up a significant amount of workload, encompasses the performing arts, applied arts and design, film, and architecture, among many others. The humanities is a multifaceted study, and students are given the freedom to choose one specialization of interest to focus on. It’s important to note that not all schools recognize the same fields as part of arts and humanities, and some schools have additional degree programs that are not offered in other institutions.
Skills gained from the program
Because the humanities deals with human experience, one is expected to acquire a sense of awareness of one’s self and society, enabling students to deal with present societal problems, as well as give professional, realistic solutions. The knowledge of culture and history offer a better understanding, and passion, of and for one’s profession. Aside the technical knowledge in the liberal arts, the road to a humanities degree develops communication skills, research abilities, and critical thinking techniques. Although the curriculum varies depending on the specialization one chooses, the broad nature of the Humanities course ensures that students acquire an interdisciplinary education, that pushes them to adapt freely and creatively in any environment they find themselves in.
Career Paths
Possible career opportunities with a degree in humanities include jobs that heavily involve logic, communication, problem solving, writing and cultural exploration skills. The popular job of choice is teaching, and although it is satisfying work, it is not the only career path open to Humanities graduates. One may choose to pursue a career in journalism, public relations, or history, or take up further studies in law or medicine. More lucrative employment positions are offered for those with advanced studies in a particular field of interest, so a master’s or doctorate degree will definitely spice up your resume.
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Liberty University Online
Liberty University Online is regionally accredited by the Commission on
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associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees. |
As part of the world's largest evangelical university, Liberty
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 Associate of Arts in General Studies
Liberty University's Associate of Arts in General Studies is designed to help you obtain your degree through a broad range of liberal arts study and skills. Through such courses, you will develop skills in university-level writing, speaking, reading, and computer literacy, with the ability to utilize analytical reasoning and library research. This is a great degree for those that have a variety of transfer credit. This degree will prepare you for jobs requiring a strong liberal arts background. As the world's largest evangelical university, Liberty University incorporates core Christian values into all of their degree offerings in order to provide all students a thorough academic and spiritually enriching program of study.
Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies
Liberty University's Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies is designed to maximize college credit in varying disciplines. This program enables you to combine your previous academic and work experiences in two or three distinct cognates, allowing for faster degree completion than a traditional major requiring many additional hours in one specific field. This program is especially beneficial for military or public service personnel with previous college credit or life experience in more than one specific academic regimen. Courses focus on developing strong skills in writing, speaking and reading, as well as in analytical reasoning, computer literacy and library research. In correlation to previously earned credit, you can create a customized 120-credit hour degree plan by selecting cognates of interest. This degree will prepare you for career opportunities in your choice of majors. Since you design your own degree, you can become skilled in two to three different career areas. As the world's largest evangelical university, Liberty University incorporates core Christian values into all of their degree offerings in order to provide all students a thorough academic and spiritually enriching program of study. Available concentrations: Accounting, Business, Criminal Justice, Education, Management Information Systems, Psychology, and Religion.
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Strayer University
Strayer University is regionally accredited by Middle States Commission
on Higher Education. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional
accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and
the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation. |
Strayer University offers students a quality education that's
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Associate in Arts in General Studies
The liberal arts or general studies program allows students to explore virtually all areas of the curriculum. It is for the student who may be uncertain about choosing a major area of study. The student has the most flexibility in selecting courses within this program and, by planning carefully and consulting with an academic advisor, may tailor his/her studies at the University to meet individual interests and transfer credits toward more advanced work. *In Ohio, this program is called the Associate of Applied Business in General Studies.
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Kaplan University
Kaplan University is
regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North
Central Association of Colleges and Schools. |
With convenient class scheduling and online flexibility, you can
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A.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies
If you need an associate's degree to move your career ahead but haven't found a degree program that fits your needs, this may be the program for you. This program is also an option for students who have already earned college-equivalent credit from a regionally or nationally accredited college and want to earn an associate's degree. The objective of the online Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree program is to prepare students for career advancement in a variety of fields with the knowledge, communication skills, critical thinking, and technical competencies required in the modern workplace. The online Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies provides a degree completion program and accommodates both the student whose needs are satisfied by an A.S. degree and the student who may wish to pursue study beyond the associate's degree level. The Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree program consists of a minimum of 90 quarter credit hours.
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Hodges University
Hodges University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. |
Since its founding in 1990, Hodges University has emerged as one of Florida?s leading institutions of higher learning. Though serving students of all ages, Hodges University has garnered
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Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies
Hodges University's Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) program supports the University's philosophy of being an open, creative and community conscious institution of higher learning. Graduates of Hodges are prepared to adapt to change, fulfill social responsibilities, understand the global perspective, adhere to standards of excellence and appreciate life-long learning. They are able to measurably demonstrate integrative excellence in the core competencies of research, critical thinking, effective communication, leadership and initiative. Graduates from the IDS program discover that they have a variety of career options. They find employment in careers such as law, education, human resources, medicine, social services, gerontology, sales, marketing technology, retail and management. The graduate of an IDS program has the integrated ability to propel an organization forward ? to unravel the complex web created by the challenges of our twenty-first century global world. 60 credit hours are required to complete this degree.
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies
Hodges University's Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) program supports the University's philosophy of being an open, creative and community conscious institution of higher learning. Graduates of Hodges are prepared to adapt to change, fulfill social responsibilities, understand the global perspective, adhere to standards of excellence and appreciate life-long learning. They are able to measurably demonstrate integrative excellence in the core competencies of research, critical thinking effective communication, leadership and initiative. Graduates from the IDS program discover that they have a variety of career options. They find employment in careers such as law, education, human resources, medicine, social services, gerontology, sales, marketing technology, retail and management. The graduate of an IDS program has the integrated ability to propel an organization forward ? to unravel the complex web created by the challenges of our twenty-first century global world. 122 credit hours are required to complete this degree.
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Colorado Technical University Online
Colorado Technical University Online is regionally accredited by The
Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central
Association. |
The mission of Colorado Technical University, an institution of higher
learning, is to provide career-oriented education by teaching applied,
real-world, industry-current programs in selected areas, serving the
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At Colorado Tech Online, we have developed our curricula to be among
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Associate of Science in General Studies
At Colorado Technical University, we take a real-world approach to higher education that acknowledges your past accomplishments, present situation and future goals. That's why we offer an Associate of Science (AS) degree in General Studies. This degree program is designed to provide the foundation for future career opportunities while giving you a solid general education background and the flexibility to explore other areas of interest. The AS in General Studies is an excellent option for students who have already earned some college credits or have military experience that may be transferred into this program, and who wish ultimately to pursue a bachelor's degree. The AS in General Studies will fulfill the associate-level requirements for most bachelor's completion programs, and the curriculum is designed to seamlessly transition into many of Colorado Tech Online's career-focused Bachelor's degree completion programs.
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Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion University is recognized by twenty-five separate accrediting
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Clarion University, founded in 1867, is a
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Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies
The Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies degree is a 120-credit program that enables students to explore a range of academic skills and disciplines in an online environment. Here, you can select from among the areas of concentration and minors or design a program selecting from the various courses areas available. Through this program you can gain the liberal knowledge that will serve you well for a lifetime. On Clarion University's Virtual Campus, students can pursue this degree while they work, take care of family and continue life in their home communities. The entire program can be completed online without ever having to come to the Clarion campus. The Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies can be an ideal degree opportunity for: Students who need a bachelor's degree for career advancement; Students who have completed an associate degree through Clarion University or a community college; Students who completed credits toward a bachelor's degree but never graduated. Currently, the Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies degree offers minors in Business Administration and Psychology, along with concentrations in Library Science and Women's Studies.
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Gratz College
Gratz College is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is a constituent agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. |
Gratz College, the first transdenominational Jewish college in the
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Bachelor of Arts in Jewish Studies
At Gratz College students aspiring to professional credentials in an area of Jewish communal service or to graduate work in the Judaic humanities who have not completed an undergraduate degree may pursue coursework necessary to complete one of several Undergraduate Certificates or a Bachelor's Degree in Jewish Studies at Gratz College. This degree requires you to complete 36 credits.
Master of Arts in Jewish Studies
The M.A. in Jewish Studies at Gratz College provides college graduates who have a basic Jewish studies background the means to further their knowledge of Jewish studies generally, or to specialize in specific areas of advanced Jewish learning. Students may choose a Major in Bible, Rabbinics, Literature, History, Jewish Thought or Contemporary Jewish Studies. This degree requires you to complete 36 credits or 78 credits to specialize.
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University of Wisconsin - Superior
UW-Superior is
accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. All
graduate programs culminating in a state certificate have been approved by the
Wisconsin State Department of Public Instruction. |
As Wisconsin's Leading Public Liberal Arts College, we
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Since our founding in 1893, we have developed an atmosphere that
emphasizes individual attention for each student while stressing
respect for all cultures and voices.
Bachelor of Science with an Individually Designed Major
The Individually Designed major at University of Wisconsin - Superior is suited for a student whose educational goals can be met through an interdisciplinary program and who is not able to attend classes on campus because of time and place restrictions. The student works with an advisor to design the major around at least 3 areas of study that support the student's educational and professional goals. Faculty from those areas of study review and approve the major, with final approval awarded by the University Credit's Committee. Students may also request that prior learning experiences be assessed for credit through the Prior Learning Assessment process.
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University of Maryland University College / UMUC Online
University of Maryland University College is fully accredited by the
Middle States Commission on Higher Education. |
University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is world-renowned for
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for its online programs as well, most recently for having the Best
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Learning Association.
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities
UMUC's Bachelor of Arts in Humanities offers a multidisciplinary study of global humanities that integrates topics in the arts, history, language and culture, literature, and philosophy and religion. The humanities major provides a broad perspective on human behavior, thought, and values and focuses on American, Asian, and European cultures. The integrated humanities major encourages thinking across traditional disciplines.
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Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is regionally accredited by the North Central
Association. Ken Blanchard College of Business, is nationally
accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and
Programs to offer: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting, Business
Administration, Marketing; Master of Business Administration (MBA). |
The prestigious Christian university is regionally accredited and is
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BA in Interdisciplinary Studies
The Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies offered by Grand Canyon University enables students to individualize their program of study while emphasizing different disciplines the impact they have in an interdisciplinary model.
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Walden University
Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. |
At Walden, we believe that knowledge is most valuable when put to use
in organizations, communities, and families. We offer over 35 online
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B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies
Walden's B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies gives you a unique opportunity to define your own course of study and gain exposure to a wide range of topics. This online degree program provides a solid academic foundation as it prepares you for a successful and satisfying career across many professions. Through the B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies, you have the flexibility to select two areas of disciplinary focus from Walden's undergraduate majors. Additional experiences in a seminar, internship, study abroad or service learning, and two research-driven capstone courses help you broaden your capacity to answer questions, solve problems, and address topics that are too broad to be covered by a single discipline or profession in today's complex global society.
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Ashford University
"Ashford University® is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. (www.ncahlc.org)." |
Earn the Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree you’ve always wanted.Pursue a course of study that covers the full spectrum of modern knowledge – from eMarketing and Cognitive Studies to Sustainable Enterprise Management.
BA/Social Science - Anthropology
Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BA/SS) degree from Ashford University and develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - individuals, families, communities, governments, and cultures - from various perspectives. Take a multidisciplinary approach to social sciences where different outlooks are combined and applied to real world issues. You can transfer up to 12 approved credits of Anthropology coursework to qualify as your concentration in the Social Science degree program. Your fundamental understanding of the history and development of humanity and its origins will supplement your studies in Social Science resulting in a well-rounded degree. You'll be glad to know that you can transfer in these approved credits no matter when you took them so the credit you've already earned will not go unused. You'll graduate from Ashford with a dynamic degree that will enhance your opportunity for promotion within your chosen field.
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Keiser University
Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates and degrees at the associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. |
Keiser University eCampus Online offers degree programs online to
prepare students for high-demand professions. Degrees are offered with
a curriculum that is in pace with technology and workforce demand
trends in business, criminal justice, health care, computer technology,
and the legal field. Our "one-class-at-a-time" approach allows busy
students to focus on their education and balance the demands of work
and family.
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies
Keiser University's Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies provides a comprehensive curriculum that allows broad exposure to multiple disciplines. This major provides a practical alternative for baccalaureate degree-seeking students whose needs cannot be met by individual majors. Students can design a course of study that meets their personal academic objectives and furthers their professional growth and development by combining two or more disciplines into a coherent program. The degree will combine general education courses with an interdisciplinary concentration, electives and a capstone course. The proposed coursework is subject to approval by the dean of academic affairs. All coursework is offered online, giving you the freedom to complete your studies anytime, anywhere.
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University of Minnesota, Crookston
The University of Minesota, Crookston is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and
Schools.
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University of Minnesota, Crookston Online, offered through the Center
for Adult Learning (CAL), develops and delivers online classes and
degrees as well as courseware and training to meet the needs of adult
learners and an expanding workforce. Online courses provide students
opportunities to complete courses without attending classes on campus
and allow professionals working rotating shifts and place bound
students to pursue their degree goals.
Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies
The University of Minnesota, Crookston Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies degree is an individually designed program planned to provide student opportunities that are not met by the University of Minnesota, Crookston's traditional degrees. This degree, in consultation with an assigned academic advisor, combines the University of Minnesota, Crookston liberal education core of 40 credits a technology requirement of 3 credits, 6 credits of required Applied Studies courses, a first area of study of 27 credits, a second area of study of 18 credits and 26 open electives. A total of120 credits are required for degree completion, including the 30 semester credits awarded by the University of Minnesota campus from which he or she is seeking to graduate. All degrees are consistent with campus-wide standards for completion of a baccalaureate degree. All courses must be selected in consultation with an adviser.
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Tiffin University
iffin University is regionally accredited by NCA-HLC, the Commission on
Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of
Colleges and Schools. Additionally, the Master of Business
Administration program is accredited by the ACBSP (American Collegiate
Business Schools and Programs), and is authorized by the Ohio Board of
Regents. |
In choosing an online program, you must judge the personality and
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and the quality and convenience of the program. Founded in 1888, Tiffin
University has successfully educated students for productive and
satisfying lives of leadership, excellence, and service. Generations of
Tiffin graduates have made positive contributions to their families,
communities, and professions.
Master of Humanities
Tiffin University's Master of Humanities (MH) degree program is both flexible and practical, leading to your real-world success.? The program offers graduate study in liberal arts for those students who seek a broad, interdisciplinary approach to knowledge. The MH program is designed for adults facing career changes who are interested in exploring disciplines in the liberal arts, which supply added skills in critical thinking, analytical writing, and communication; for adults desiring promotion and needing to supplement their professional education through continued intellectual growth; and for lifelong learners who seek to satisfy their continuing intellectual curiosity and creativity.
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