Bachelor of Science in Integrative Studies
Fairfax, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline *
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2024
TUITION FEES
USD 4,897 / per semester **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for International student | Domestic student is 1st of February
** in-state tuition full-time (12-15 credits); USD 16,980 - out-of-state tuition full-time (12-15 credits); USD 1,803 - mandatory student fee
Introduction
The Bachelor of Science in Integrative Studies brings together research, theory, and practice across numerous disciplines. Integrative studies majors select a multidisciplinary concentration or work with student services staff to develop their own concentration, uniquely suited to their academic and career goals. Integrative studies majors explore new topics and experiences while gaining the knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce. Required coursework is offered in small classes with ample room for discussion, collaborative learning, and experiential learning, including in-community projects, volunteer opportunities, fieldwork, internships and work with faculty on research that directly engages current social and global challenges.
Faculty experts are committed to integrative teaching and research in areas such as the law, social justice, human rights, childhood studies, and sustainability. Advisors and faculty mentor students to identify opportunities to challenge and extend the scope of their learning. You will be able to choose from a broad array of concentrations or design your own individualized course of study.
Through partnerships with other academic departments, SIS offers accelerated degree programs and interdisciplinary minors. We encourage you to explore new topics and experiences while gaining the knowledge and skills you will need to enter the workforce. As you connect your learning with real-world challenges, you will gain competence and confidence as a leader prepared to enter the workforce and make a difference.
Career Opportunities
SIS graduates launch careers in
- Education
- Nonprofit management
- Law and government
- Social innovation
- Medicine and health
- Conservation and sustainability
- Leadership and social change.
Curriculum
Degree Requirements
Total credits: minimum 120
Students pursuing a BS in Integrative Studies must complete a minimum of 30 credits of (INTS) coursework, with at least 15 credits at the 300 and 400 levels.
Integrative studies students complete INTS 391 Understanding Integrative Studies and INTS 491 Senior Capstone and choose a concentration from the options below. Before registering, students should see an advisor to help plan their degree program to meet Mason's requirements. The advisor also can help students choose electives or a minor.
Required Course
- INTS 391 Understanding Integrative Studies 1
- INTS 491 Senior Capstone 3
Total Credits 4
Concentration in the Major
A concentration is the equivalent of a major in a traditional degree program. Students choose from an established multidisciplinary concentration below or create with faculty an individualized program of study to fit their interests and needs. Concentration coursework combines integrative studies (INTS) classes with coursework from other Mason units (departments, schools, and colleges). While fulfilling the concentration requirements, students are also responsible for completing a minimum of 30 credits of INTS coursework. Any INTS courses required for the concentration will apply. Students must present a minimum GPA of 2.00 in courses applied to the concentration.
Available Concentrations
- Concentration in Integrative Conservation (INCO)
- Concentration in Life Sciences (LIFS)
- Concentration in Individualized Concentration (IND)
Additional Electives
Any remaining credits may be completed with electives to bring the degree total to 120.
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