B.I.S. Interdisciplinary Studies Program Map
Self-Designed Pathway
This pathway offers students a framework for designing a program of study around a question, problem, phenomenon, or creative endeavor that cannot be adequately addressed, understood, or accomplished within a single academic discipline. Students develop grounding in multiple disciplines and learn techniques to work across disciplinary boundaries.
Stats
60
Core Credit Hours
24
Major Credit Hours
36
Elective Credit Hours
- Plan Your Degree
- Crush Your Course
- Find Your Place
- Broaden Your Perspectives
- Connect Off-Campus
- Take Care of Yourself
- Pave Your Path
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
| Credit Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
A1: ENGL 1101
English Composition 1 |
3 |
|
B2: XIDS 2002
First-Year Seminar |
2 |
|
E1 OR E2
World or US History |
3 |
|
F: XIDS 2000
Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies |
3 |
| D1: Science + Lab | 4 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101 with a C or better
- Complete Lab Science
- Declare Major Complete.
| Credit Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
A1: ENGL 1102
English Composition 2 |
3 |
|
A2: MATH 1401
(Recommended) Elementary Statistics |
3 |
|
E1 OR E2
World or US History |
3 |
| B1: Oral Communications | 3 |
| F: Discipline 1 Foundation Course | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1102 with a C or better
- Complete Area A2 Math
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Credit Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
E3: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
|
F: Elective
Any course at 1000 or 2000 level |
3 |
| C1: Fine Arts | 3 |
| D1: Non-lab Science | 3 |
| F: Discipline 2 Foundation Course | 3 |
Milestone:
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
| Credit Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: Elective
Any course at 1000 or 2000 level |
3 |
|
F: Elective
Any course at 1000 or 2000 level |
3 |
| C2: Humanities | 3 |
| E4: Social Science | 3 |
| D2: Math, Science, and Quantitative Technology | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete Core
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Credit Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
Discipline 1 Class
3000-or-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Discipline 2 Class
3000-or-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Academic Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Upper Division Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Upper Division Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
| Credit Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
Discipline 1 Class
3000-or-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Discipline 2 Class
3000-or-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Academic Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Upper Division Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
|
XIDS 3000
Interdisciplinary Methods |
3 |
Milestones:
- XIDS 3000 requires a grade of C or Better
- Meet with Disciplinary Mentors about Degree Plan and Capstone Project
- Submit plan for capstone project.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Credit Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
Discipline 1 Class
3000-or-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Discipline 2 Class
3000-or-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Academic Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Academic Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Upper Division Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
Milestone:
- Apply for Graduation
| Credit Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
XIDS 4000
Interdisciplinary Capstone |
3 |
|
Academic Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Academic Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Academic Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
|
Upper Division Elective
1000-to-4000 level course |
3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Additional Information:
- The Four-Year Plan is designed only as a guide. It does not guarantee; (1) that all courses listed will be offered during a given semester, or (2) if they are offered that the scheduling will not conflict.
- Estimated time of completion is based on 15-hour semesters, with no summer classes. A change in hours or courses taken during the summer will either reduce (taking 18 hours or summers) or extend (taking less than 15 hours) the time needed.
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Make sure to take XIDS 2000: Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies to start your intellectual, boundary-crossing journey!
- Discover your interests in your core classes. These can help you establish your disciplines.
Middle Years:
- Work with your IDS professors in XIDS 3000 to establish your degree plan, including identifying your complex problem and exploring how and what disciplines can help inform your inquiry.
Last Year:
- This is the time for your XIDS capstone! Make sure you have 9 hours of 3000-4000-level coursework for each of your two disciplines!
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Check out UWG’s Academic Transition Programs and take a cornerstone course (XIDS 2002).
- Explore events, clubs, and organizations available to you! Let the program and/or disciplines you’ve identified guide your search.
- Visit the Office of Undergraduate Research.
Middle Years:
- Attend UWG Scholars’ Day.
- Check out what university associations and community organizations relate to your disciplines.
Last Year:
- Hone your leadership skills by mentoring new IDS majors!
- Consider running for an officer position in a student organization.
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Check out the education abroad office.
Middle Years:
- Consider a study abroad program. Check out students’ stories of their experiences.
Last Year:
- Assess your cultural competency.
- Consider working abroad and research visa regulations.
- Explore practices of creating more inclusive careers.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
- Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.
Middle Years:
- Complete an internship in your field.
- Consider a summer or part-time job.
- Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.
Last Year:
- Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest.
- Explore career shadowing opportunities.
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Visit Health Services.
- Get fit! Visit URec to see all your options.
- Visit the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy
Middle Years:
- Take a fitness class, climb the rock wall, or join an intramural team.
- Consider whether counseling is right for you: take a mental health screening.
Last Year:
- Explore a farmer’s market for fresh produce.
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan.
- Explore your loan repayment options and complete your exit counseling.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Complete a self-assessment to see what careers and majors are right for you.
- Visit Career Services.
- Create your profile on Handshake.
- Consider applying for an on-campus job.
Middle Years:
- Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
- Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
- Draft your personal statement.
- Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.
Last Year:
- Request references from professors and supervisors.
- Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
- Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
- Attend an interview workshop.
- Apply for graduate programs.
Careers
Career Opportunities
This degree can help you get work:
- As an Educator
- Work in Educational Administration and Leadership
- Work in Human Resources Management
- As a journalist
- As a Legislative assistant
- As a public relations manager or specialist
- As a research analyst
- Work in school counseling and admissions
- Work in training and professional development
- As a writer
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