Nov 21, 2024  
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Interdisciplinary Studies (B.S.)

Location(s): Dahlonega, Gainesville


120 hours

Core Curriculum (Areas A-E) - 42 hours


Refer to Core Curriculum (Areas A-E)  

Area A1: No exceptions

Area A2: No exceptions

Area B: No exceptions

Area C: No exceptions

Area D: No exceptions

Area E: No exceptions

Area F: Courses Appropriate to the Major - 18 hours


  •  Students must complete 18 hours of 1000-2000 level coursework in support of their chosen concentrations.

Major Requirements - 60 hours


Concentrations - 45 hours


Students must complete 45 credit hours of 3000-4000 level courses, and they may choose either Track A (two concentrations of 24 and 21 credits each) or Track B (three concentrations of 15 credits each). The concentrations are as follows:

  1. Fine and Performing Arts: Art, Film/Media Studies, Music, and Theater
  2. Natural Sciences: Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Physics, Environmental Science (ENVE & ENVS)
  3. Social Sciences: Anthropology, Criminal Justice, History, Political Science, Psychology,  Sociology, Gerontology, Appalachian Studies and Environmental Studies (ENST)
  4. Business: Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Management, and Marketing
  5. Military Science & Leadership: Military Science and pre-approved Leadership courses
  6. Humanities: Communication, English, Journalism, Modern Languages, and Philosophy
  7. Mathematics/Technology: Mathematics, Computer Science, Cyber Security, and Geographic Information Systems
  8. Health & Human Services: Health, Human Services Delivery & Administration, Kinesiology, Nursing, Teacher Education, Sports Medicine, and Athletic Training

Electives - 12 hours


  • Twelve (12) hours to be determined by the student

Additional Requirements


  • Earn a minimum GPA of 2.0 in each concentration area
  • Earn a minimum grade of C in IDST 4000