Integrative Studies Concentrations
New Century College offers an integrative degree program in which
students earn either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in
Integrative Studies, with a concentration in an interdisciplinary area
of their choice. The following list summarizes the current principal
areas of concentration and expertise. Within each concentration are
core requirements and a broad selection of elective courses, which enables
students to fulfill their individual interests and personalize the course
of study. In addition, students may work with academic advisors and
faculty to design a completely individualized concentration.
Advertising
This business-focused concentration applies an innovative, interdisciplinary
approach to the field of advertising. Students combine a thorough analysis
of the theoretical concepts of advertising with hands-on experience
in the creative arts using a variety of technologies and media. Individual
and collaborative projects encourage students to integrate their theoretical
and practical expertise, and prepares students for further academic
study or careers in marketing, sales, account management, and advertising
copywriting or production.
Advising worksheet for Advertising
Concentration (pdf file)
Arts & Culture
An interdisciplinary approach to the study of fine and popular arts
in culture. Students study the social movements that have spawned artistic
innovation; the major modes of production, distribution and consumption
of art and visual images; and the principal cultural and artistic theoretical
concepts. Prepares students for further study and for roles in arts
administration, the expressive/therapeutic arts, entertainment, education,
business, or public/community art.
Advising worksheet for Arts &
Culture Concentration (pdf file)
Child & Family Studies
This interdisciplinary approach to individual and family development examines issues in human relations with focuses on children, adolescents, and issues of aging. Students explore, in varied theoretical and practical settings, group and community perspectives, family dynamics, and intervention methods. From this concentration students may progress to careers in, among others, social services, education, and elder care.
Advising worksheet for Child & Family
Studies Concentration (pdf file)
Conservation Studies
Promotes the scientific and social study of the phenomena that affect
the maintenance, loss, and restoration of biological diversity. Integrative
curriculum deals with biology, ecology, public policy, international
relations, economics, history, ethics, literature and other arts as
these pertain to conservation issues. For students interested in graduate
study in conservation-related fields or careers as resource managers,
educators, or government and private conservation workers. BS or BA
in Integrative Studies for this focus is available.
Advising worksheet
for Conservation Studies (BAIN) Concentration (pdf file)
Advising worksheet
for Conservation Studies (BSIN) Concentration (pdf file)
Education
New Century College offers a flexible series of interdisciplinary degrees
which prepare students for graduate study in education. Students may
choose a five-year degree program that allows early admission to the
George Mason University Graduate School of Education.
Information & Society
In Information & Society, students research, analyze and experiment with current and emerging forms of information to meet new needs in education, business, the arts, politics, and community development. Interactions between information and individuals are evolving daily, and the knowledge derived constitutes a critical cultural resource. In contrast to information technology, computer science or digital arts, Information & Society investigates information from multiple social perspectives. This concentration thus prepares students for innovative careers in an increasingly information-rich and information-driven global economy.
Advising worksheet for Information & Society Concentration (pdf file)
International Studies
Enables students to understand and assess society within international, human and social contexts. Students can focus on business, conflict transformation, or a specific geographical area: Africa, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, or Southeast Asia. For students interested in global affairs, conflict resolution, civil service, and international organizations.
Advising worksheet for International
Studies Concentration (pdf file)
Leadership Studies
Provides students the opportunity to analyze historical and contemporary leadership theories and approaches while participating in experiences to practice and enhance their leadership styles and skills. Students can focus in administration, nonprofit, government/politics, communication, and events management tracks.
Advising worksheet for Leadership
Studies (pdf file)
Legal Studies
Integrated degree combines coursework in communication, political systems,
criminology, ethics and philosophy, history, and economics to prepare
students for the rigors of graduate work in the area of law or the field
of alternative dispute resolution.
Advising worksheet for Legal
Studies Concentration (pdf file)
Life Sciences
Combines coursework in natural sciences, mathematics, ethics, and health-related issues to prepare students for the rigors of graduate work in the areas of medicine and allied health. For students interested in graduate study in the following programs: medicine, physician’s assistant, occupational or physical therapy, dental, and pharmacy.
Organizational Administration
Combines a liberal arts curriculum and the practicality of business skills. Focuses around a central idea: knowing how people react to organizations and how organizations react to people. Provides a foundation for the pursuit of graduate degrees, as well as the skills employers are seeking in a wide variety of career fields such as business, events management, health services, leadership, and nonprofit organizations. Students have the opportunity to declare a Business minor while pursuing this concentration.
Advising worksheet for Organizational
Administration Concentration (pdf file)
Public & Community Engagement
Examines, analyzes and clarifies social issues that affect communities and societies. Students investigate areas that can affect us as individuals and group members within society, while developing a deeper understanding of a range of contemporary social concerns. Promotes active citizenship and public services through the integration of community concerns into academic life in a way that supports equality, social justice, and diversity.
Advising worksheet for Public & Community Engagement (pdf file)
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