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Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies |
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| Course Title: |
Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies | |
Category: |
Arts & Humanities | |
Subject: |
Humanities | |
| College: |
University of Minnesota, Crookston 
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| Course Description: |
Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies at the University of Minnesota, Crookston degree is an individually designed program, planned to provide student opportunities that are not met by the University of Minnesota, Crookston's traditional degrees. In consultation with an assigned academic advisor, this degree combines the University of Minnesota, Crookston liberal education core of 40 credits a a first area of study of 27 credits, a second area of study of 18 credits, technology requirement of 3 credits, 6 credits of required Applied Studies courses, and 26 open electives. Including the 30 semester credits, a total of 120 credits are required for degree completion awarded by the University of Minnesota campus from which he or she is seeking to graduate. All courses must be selected in consultation with an adviser. All degrees are consistent with campus-wide standards for completion of a baccalaureate degree. |
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| Delivery Format: |
Online | |
| Course Level: |
Bachelor Degree | |
| Course Requirements: |
Students must have a high school diploma or GED. Core of program is 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. | |
| Course Type: |
Online Degrees | |
Course Long Description: |
Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies (University of Minnesota, Crookston) The Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies offered by University of Minnesota, Crookston was created to meet the students’ needs. This program is designed to be a flexible program that addresses the needs of those whose educational objectives cannot be met through traditional degree programs at brick and mortar academic institutions. The program works best for individuals who graduated from a technical and community college A.A.S degree or other students with work-related experience. It serves beneficial to those looking to build on past work and previous educational experiences to earn a bachelor's degree and is especially convenient for students who transfer with certificate, diploma, or associate degree in an occupational field. The degree provides a professionally accommodating stepping stone for such learners to develop an individualized bachelor's degree - a degree tailored to meet their personal and professional goals. Applied Studies students will work extensively with faculty advisors for them to create an individually tailored program of study through selecting courses that may improve their job prospects. Examples of the kinds of past college credits that transfer to the degree include those from the allied health field like the respiratory care and radiologic technology. Program Outcomes: - Complete an individually tailored course of study that builds upon prior education and experience - Demonstrate technical competencies in selected areas of study in an internship setting - Demonstrate skills in communication, problem solving and working with others in a capstone experience - Meet career development goals related to achieving a baccalaureate degree. Since the Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies degree program is individualized by each student, the outcomes of the degree vary. Through the entire course of this applied studies program, students work to hone the technical expertise within their chosen areas of study in an internship setting, and will also sharpen a broad set of skills in communication, problem solving and working with other people in a capstone experience. Required courses for the online Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies degree program at University of Minnesota, Crookston include the following: - Composition - Public Speaking - Introduction to Computer Technology - Applied Studies - Humanities - Behavioral and Social Sciences - Individual Program Development - Internship/Field Experience This degree, in consultation with an assigned academic advisor, integrates 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. An overall total of 120 credits are required for degree completion, which includes the 30 semester credits awarded by the University of Minnesota campus from which each student is seeking to graduate. Career Opportunities: Upon completion of the program, Applied Studies graduates are prepared for careers or job promotions in many different administrative, leadership and supervisory positions. |
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