Arcadia University
Associate degree
Pre-Veterinary Medicine | |
Arcadia University offers several routes for completion of the requirements for admission to schools of veterinary medicine. Majors in Biology, Chemistry and Psychobiology are most commonly taken by students interested in veterinary medicine, but schools will accept students with excellent records in... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Accounting (B.A.) | |
The B.A. degrees in Accounting provide detailed insight into accounting principles, theory, and specialties such as tax, cost and auditing. Students are prepared for positions in business, government and other organizations. This degrees provide all the courses required for students to sit for the Certified... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Accounting (B.S.) | |
The B.S. degrees in Accounting provide detailed insight into accounting principles, theory, and specialties such as tax, cost and auditing. Students are prepared for positions in business, government and other organizations. This degree provide all the courses required for students to sit for the Certified... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Acting (BFA) | |
The B.F.A. is a four-year sequential course of study in acting, the speaking
voice, speech, movement for actors, dramatic literature and the history of the
theatre, supplemented by skills in stage combat, dance, gymnastics, movement,
performance improvisation, mask work, make-up, and audition... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Art (BA)
Pre-Art Therapy | |
The Bachelor of Arts degree programs are designed either for students who want
a background in art but prefer to take more courses outside the department than
a B.F.A. degree would allow, or for students who want to focus on Art History
as their major area in the liberal arts.
Prepares students... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Art (BA)
Studio Art | |
The Bachelor of Arts degree programs are designed either for students who want
a background in art but prefer to take more courses outside the department than
a B.F.A. degree would allow, or for students who want to focus on Art History
as their major area in the liberal arts.
Prepares students... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Art History (BA) | |
Prepares students for graduate study in art history or for entry-level positions in a number of art-related areas, including gallery and museum work. Special attention is given to the relationship of art to other humanistic disciplines, as well as to a deeper understanding of art itself and the role... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Biology (BA) | |
The Bachelor of Arts prepares students in the major areas of the life sciences as well as in the cognate areas of chemistry and mathematics and/or physics. Faculty advisers work closely with each student to plan a series of required and elective courses based on individual interests and career goals.... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Biology
Allied Health | |
1. Nine courses in Biology:
*BI 101, 102 General Biology I, II
*BI 201 Evolution and Population Biology
*BI 204 Genetics
*BI 211 Comparative Anatomy and Physiology
*BI 222 Plant Biology or BI 329 Ecology
*BI 242 Research Methods in Biology
*BI 290 Junior Seminar in Biology (2 credits)... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Biology
Biomedical | |
1. Nine courses in Biology:
*BI 101, 102 General Biology I, II
*BI 201 Evolution and Population Biology
*BI 204 Genetics
*BI 211 Comparative Anatomy and Physiology
*BI 222 Plant Biology or BI 329 Ecology
*BI 242 Research Methods in Biology
*BI 290 Junior Seminar in Biology (2 credits)... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Biology
Conservation Biology | |
1. Nine courses in Biology:
*BI 101, 102 General Biology I, II
*BI 201 Evolution and Population Biology
*BI 204 Genetics
*BI 211 Comparative Anatomy and Physiology
*BI 222 Plant Biology or BI 329 Ecology
*BI 242 Research Methods in Biology
*BI 290 Junior Seminar in Biology (2 credits)... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Biology
Forensics | |
1. Nine courses in Biology:
*BI 101, 102 General Biology I, II
*BI 201 Evolution and Population Biology
*BI 204 Genetics
*BI 211 Comparative Anatomy and Physiology
*BI 222 Plant Biology or BI 329 Ecology
*BI 242 Research Methods in Biology
*BI 290 Junior Seminar in Biology (2 credits)... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Biology
Molecular Biology | |
1. Nine courses in Biology:
*BI 101, 102 General Biology I, II
*BI 201 Evolution and Population Biology
*BI 204 Genetics
*BI 211 Comparative Anatomy and Physiology
*BI 222 Plant Biology or BI 329 Ecology
*BI 242 Research Methods in Biology
*BI 290 Junior Seminar in Biology (2 credits)... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.A.)
Economics | |
The emphasis in Economics provides training in the application of microeconomics and macroeconomics to problems of business decision-making and the effect of governmental policies on the business environment. The emphasis prepares students to pursue business careers that are related to the fields of... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.A.)
Finance | |
This emphasis provides in-depth background in finance for students interested in working in economic and financial institutions or finance departments of corporations. By taking some additional Accounting classes, students will be prepared to sit for the CFM examination. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.A.)
Human Resources Administration | |
This emphasis provides in-depth background appropriate for today's personnel/human resources professional. It prepares students for entry-level positions in personnel/human resources departments or to sit for the certification examination administered by the Society for Human Resources Management. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.A.)
Management | |
This emphasis prepares students for entry-level positions as managerial trainees and provides a broad overview of the manager's role. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.A.)
Marketing | |
This emphasis provides background appropriate for entry-level positions in the marketing departments of corporations and more specialized marketing firms such as advertising agencies and market research organizations. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.S.)
Economics | |
The emphasis in Economics provides training in the application of microeconomics and macroeconomics to problems of business decision-making and the effect of governmental policies on the business environment. The emphasis prepares students to pursue business careers that are related to the fields of... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.S.)
Finance | |
This emphasis provides in-depth background in finance for students interested in working in economic and financial institutions or finance departments of corporations. By taking some additional Accounting classes, students will be prepared to sit for the CFM examination. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.S.)
Human Resources Administration | |
This emphasis provides in-depth background appropriate for today's personnel/human resources professional. It prepares students for entry-level positions in personnel/human resources departments or to sit for the certification examination administered by the Society for Human Resources Management. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.S.)
Management | |
This emphasis prepares students for entry-level positions as managerial trainees and provides a broad overview of the manager's role. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration (B.S.)
Marketing | |
This emphasis provides background appropriate for entry-level positions in the marketing departments of corporations and more specialized marketing firms such as advertising agencies and market research organizations. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Business Administration
Accelerated | |
The Accelerated Degree Completion program in Business Administration is a Bachelor
of Arts program aimed at working professionals who desire to upgrade their skills
or progress in their careers. This program is designed for students who have completed
most or all of the equivalent of the first two... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry (BS)
Biochemistry | |
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry consists of core courses in Chemistry, Mathematics
and Physics. The program prepares students for graduate work in chemistry, forensic
science or chemical allied sciences, for professional employment in industrial
chemical research and development, for professional... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry and Business (BS) | |
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Business is designed for students who have an interest in chemistry but do not want to pursue a career in research. With a dual major in Chemistry and Business, graduates of the program are prepared for positions in management, marketing, advertising, sales, or... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry
Chemical Professions | |
Designed for students who expect to qualify for positions in chemistry, chemical allied professions such as information retrieval or scientific librarian, and secondary school teaching (with the courses required for certification). |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry
Forensic Science | |
Designed for students who intend to pursue graduate study in Arcadia's Forensic Science program. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Chemistry
Health Professions | |
Designed for students interested in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, podiatry, optometry and the paramedical professions. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Communications(BA)
Corporate Communications | |
Corporate Communications concentrates on the communication channels and processes
at work in businesses and organizations.
|
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Communications(BA)
Individualized Concentration in Communications | |
An Individualized Concentration develops a special combination of interdisciplinary courses to meet specific interests of individual students. (Approval by the Director of the program is required.) |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Communications(BA)
Print Communications | |
Print Communications stresses the conventions of writing for the various media and provides skills in news and magazine writing, editing, technical writing and creative writing. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Communications(BA)
Video Communications | |
Video Communications provides training in the fundamentals of all phases of video production, along with a conceptual frame in film studies and in visual communications. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Computer Science (BA) | |
The Bachelor of Arts degree program provides students with the specific skills necessary to qualify for entry-level computing positions in business, private industry, or government. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Computer Science (BS) | |
The Bachelor of Science degree program provides a more in-depth study of computer science through additional courses in Mathematics and Computer Science beyond the Bachelor of Arts requirements.
The Graduate School Concentration prepares students for graduate study through additional courses in the... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Computing Technology | |
The Bachelor of Arts in Computing Technology is designed for the student who is not interested in programming professionally but who would like to work in infrastructure support (the Technical option) or Web site design and implementation (the Design option). Housed in the Computer Science Department,... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Corporate Communications (BA)
Evening | |
Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications (Evening)
(120-128 credits; requirements for the major in Corporate Communications in
the evening program are similar. Please consult with an adviser for a complete
list of requirements.)
*CM 235 Organizational Communications
*CM 317 Public... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Criminal Justice
Crime and Deviance | |
The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice will foster an awareness of the various schools of thought and social theories on the origins, nature and extent of criminal behavior, criminal justice and the justice system. Courses will stress the relationship between issues of criminal behavior and criminal... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Criminal Justice
Individualized | |
Students with a personal interest in a specific aspect of criminal justice may, in consultation with faculty advisers, design an individualized concentration by combining appropriate courses, either from within the Department or from two or more departments. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Criminal Justice
Punishment and Social Control | |
The concentration in Punishment and Social Control is designed to give the student an understanding of the structure, role, functioning, and responsibilities of various law enforcement entities, including the police, the judicial system, and the correctional system. Students examine issues facing both... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Education
Elementary and Early Childhood Education | |
The Bachelor of Arts program provides the necessary training for students interested in teaching at the Elementary and Early Childhood Education. It prepares students to teach in kindergarten through grade six (elementary) or nursery school and kindergarten through grade six (combined elementary and... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Education
Elementary Education | |
The Bachelor of Arts program provides the necessary training for students interested in teaching at the elementary It prepares students to teach in kindergarten through grade six (elementary) or nursery school and kindergarten through grade six (combined elementary and early childhood) |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
English (BA) | |
The Bachelor of Arts in English degree can be designed to prepare a student to pursue graduate study in English, law, library science or journalism; in combination with Education courses, to teach at the secondary level; to work in publishing, editing, or business. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Fine Arts
Art Education | |
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs combine a liberal arts education
with professional preparation for a career in art. Through courses in the humanities
and sciences, students gain an understanding of the nature of art, humankind
and society, which is essential to developing creative... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Fine Arts
Ceramics | |
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs combine a liberal arts education
with professional preparation for a career in art. Through courses in the humanities
and sciences, students gain an understanding of the nature of art, humankind
and society, which is essential to developing creative... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Fine Arts
Graphic Design | |
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs combine a liberal arts education
with professional preparation for a career in art. Through courses in the humanities
and sciences, students gain an understanding of the nature of art, humankind
and society, which is essential to developing creative... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Fine Arts
Metals and Jewelry | |
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs combine a liberal arts education
with professional preparation for a career in art. Through courses in the humanities
and sciences, students gain an understanding of the nature of art, humankind
and society, which is essential to developing creative... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Fine Arts
Painting | |
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs combine a liberal arts education
with professional preparation for a career in art. Through courses in the humanities
and sciences, students gain an understanding of the nature of art, humankind
and society, which is essential to developing creative... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Fine Arts
Photography | |
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs combine a liberal arts education
with professional preparation for a career in art. Through courses in the humanities
and sciences, students gain an understanding of the nature of art, humankind
and society, which is essential to developing creative... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Fine Arts
Printmaking | |
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs combine a liberal arts education
with professional preparation for a career in art. Through courses in the humanities
and sciences, students gain an understanding of the nature of art, humankind
and society, which is essential to developing creative... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Global Legal Studies | |
The Global Legal Studies major focuses on developing skills useful in the study
and practice of law, understanding substantive areas of law and legal reasoning,
and exploring the place of law in both the United States and other societies.
Global Legal Studies is designed to provide undergraduate students... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Global Media (BA)
Digital Media | |
Digital Media Major
* KCB 102 Media and Society
* KCB 201 Virtual Cultures
* KCB 202 New Media Technologies
* KIB 103 Media Technologies I
* KCB 104 Media and Communication Industries
|
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Global Media (BA)
Fashion Studies | |
Fashion Studies Major
* KFB 103 Introduction to Fashion Design
* KFB 105 Fashion and Modernity
* KFB 203 Fashion, Art and the Body
* KGB 205 Fashion and Style Journalism
* KVB 108 Contemporary Asian Visual Culture
|
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Global Media (BA)
Media Industries | |
Media Industries Major
* KCB 101 Media in the New Economy
* KCB 103 Strategic Speech Communication
* KCB 203 Consumer Cultures
* AMB 222 Media Planning
* KCB 302 Political Communication
|
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Global Media (BA)
Sound and Music | |
Sound and Music Major
* KMB 002 Music and Spirituality
* KMB 003 Sex, Drugs and Rock N Roll
* KMB 004 World Music
* KMB 105 Music and Sound Technology
* KMB 107 Sound and Image
* KMB 108 Sound Recording and Acoustics
|
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Health Administration (BA) | |
The provision and management of health care is one of today's fastest growing
industries. The Bachelor of Arts in Health Administration program, housed in the
Business Department, is both challenging and comprehensive. Students learn specific
skills in health administration, business, planning and... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
History | |
The Bachelor of Arts degree program studies significant events and processes of the past and relates them to the present by examining the changing character of peoples' values, interests, ambitions and critical problems. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Interdisciplinary Science | |
The major in Interdisciplinary Science, leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree,
provides an opportunity to build a four-year program on a solid core of courses
in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. While the major is specifically
designed for the Optometry and Engineering combined programs,... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Interior Design | |
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs combine a liberal arts education
with professional preparation for a career in art. Through courses in the humanities
and sciences, students gain an understanding of the nature of art, humankind
and society, which is essential to developing creative... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
International Business and Culture | |
The Bachelor of Arts in International Business and Culture, offered through the
Department of Business/Health Administration and Economics, provides the necessary
background for students to function effectively in both domestic and international
organizations. The program combines liberal arts, business,... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
International Studies
Global Public Health | |
1. PBH 220: Introduction to Global Health
2. Language Requirement: The target language should be related to the area
of the world in which the student plans to participate in study abroad.
3. Study Abroad: Study abroad should take place at a university that provides
courses on global public... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
International Studies
Globalization, Development and Human Rights | |
1. HS/IS 160 Globalization, Development and Human Rights
2. Language Requirement: The target language should be related to the area
of the world in which the student plans to participate in study abroad.
3. Study Abroad: Study abroad should take place at a university that provides
courses on... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
International Studies
Modern Mediterranean World | |
1. HS/IS 130 Modern Mediterranean World
2. Language Requirement: The target language should be a European language
of the country where the student plans to participate in study abroad.
3. Study Abroad: Study abroad should take place in the Mediterranean region.
Course options for alternatives... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Liberal Studies | |
The Liberal Studies program, leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree, is an interdisciplinary course of study that integrates a liberal arts education across the social studies, the arts and the humanities. The program provides students with the opportunity to shape an individualized course of study and... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Management Information Systems (BA) | |
The Bachelor of Arts degrees in Management Information Systems provide both
the business and computer skills required by professionals in today's highly
complex technological environment and employ leading enterprise solutions, such
as those provided by SAP and Microsoft. The Management Information... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Management Information Systems (BS) | |
The Bachelor of Science degrees in Management Information Systems provide both
the business and computer skills required by professionals in today's highly
complex technological environment and employ leading enterprise solutions, such
as those provided by SAP and Microsoft. The Management Information... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Mathematics (BA) | |
The Bachelor of Arts degree program prepares students for teaching mathematics at the elementary and secondary school level and can serve as a second major for students specializing in other fields. |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Mathematics (BA)
Actuarial Science | |
1. Required courses
* MA 201, 202, 203 Calculus I, II, III
* MA 221 Linear Algebra
* MA 288 Actuarial Seminar
* MA 341 Probability
* MA 342 Mathematical Statistics I
* MA 361 The Mathematical Theory of Interest
2. Required cognate courses (Students must satisfy the requirements for... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Mathematics (BS) | |
The Bachelor of Science degree program involves a deeper investigation of both mathematics and applied sciences and prepares students for graduate study, teaching and work in programming and research. Career options include business, government, industry, teaching positions at all levels from elementary... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Mathematics (BS)
Actuarial Science | |
1. Required courses
* MA 201, 202, 203 Calculus I, II, III
* MA 221 Linear Algebra
* MA 288 Actuarial Seminar
* MA 341 Probability
* MA 342 Mathematical Statistics I
* MA 361 The Mathematical Theory of Interest
2. Required cognate courses (Students must satisfy the requirements for... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Philosophy | |
Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
(32 credits as listed below, plus University-wide requirements and electives to
total 128)
Eight courses in Philosophy:
*PL 150 Introduction to Philosophy
*PL 155 Applied Logic or PL 160 Symbolic Logic
*PL 175 Ethics
*PL 308 The Greek... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Political Science (BA) | |
The Bachelor of Arts degree program prepares students to pursue careers in law, politics, international affairs, foreign policy, public administration, urban planning, public relations, trade associations, teaching or private industry. Although the program does not limit students to specific tracks,... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Political Science
International Politics | |
(A minimum of 20 credits of the 40 credits required for the major from the list
below or study abroad courses with prior approval)
*PS 150 Comparative Politics
*PS 225 Politics of the Developing World
*PS 228 Latin American Politics
*PS 240 United States Foreign Policy
*PS 241 International... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Political Science
Pre-Law and Political Theory | |
(A minimum of 20 credits of the 40 credits required for the major from the list
below or study abroad courses with prior approval)
*PS 110 Law and the Legal Process
*PS 220 American Constitutional Law
*PS/PL 245 Political Thought
*PS 330 American Political Thought
*PS 340 The Judiciary... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Political Science
U.S. Politics and Policy | |
(A minimum of 20 credits of the 40 credits required for the major from the list
below or study abroad courses with prior approval)
*PS 101 American Politics
*PS 210A Politics and Media
*PS 210B Political Parties and Interest Groups
*PS 215 Gender Roles and Family Policy
*PS 220 American... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Pre-Art Therapy | |
Students in the B.F.A. Studio degree program can combine it with a concentration
in Pre-Art Therapy. In addition to the requirement for the B.F.A. Studio degree,
students are required to take the Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology and Art
Therapy courses listed under the requirements for Pre-Art... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Pre-Dentistry | |
Arcadia University offers many programs that satisfy the course requirements for admission to schools of medicine, dentistry, osteopathy, optometry, podiatry and other health-related fields. While pre-medical students usually major in Biology or Chemistry, medical schools will accept students with excellent... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Pre-Medicine | |
Arcadia University offers many programs that satisfy the course requirements for admission to schools of medicine, dentistry, osteopathy, optometry, podiatry and other health-related fields. While pre-medical students usually major in Biology or Chemistry, medical schools will accept students with excellent... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Pre-Nursing | |
Although this plan will work for transfer to most nursing programs, Arcadia offers
a 2+2 nursing program in affiliation with the Jefferson College of Health Professions
at Thomas Jefferson University. The affiliation program involves two years on
Arcadia's campus completing initial coursework followed... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Psychobiology | |
The Psychobiology program, leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Psychobiology, examines
both human and animal behavior within the contexts of ecology and evolution. Students
can participate in research at the Philadelphia Zoo, the Academy of Natural Sciences,
and the Schuylkill Center for Environmental... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Psychology
Core Liberal Arts | |
The liberal arts direction may be selected by students who want a basic foundation in psychology and a broad preparation in the liberal arts. Since only two courses per year are required for the major in Psychology (four courses during the sophomore year), the Psychology major can be combined with other... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Psychology
Pre-professional | |
The pre-professional direction is designed for students who want to pursue a specialized
profession. The Psychology major is sufficiently open in requirements so that
it can be integrated easily with pre-professional preparation. Correlative courses
prepare students for professional work or graduate... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Psychology
The Ph.D. | |
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, supplemented with cognate courses in preparation for master's and Ph.D. programs in psychology.
The graduate studies direction is designed for students interested in post-secondary teaching, research, clinical or counseling psychology, or other specialized areas of... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Sociology | |
Sociology and Anthropology, with their emphasis on understanding human culture and behavior, provide a strong background in liberal arts. A major in Sociology enhances those qualities developed in liberal arts graduates, such as being able to think critically, to write well and to make oral presentations.... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Sociology
Human Services | |
Sociology majors will take 44-48 credits as listed below, plus University-wide
requirements and electives to total 128.
1. Five courses in Sociology:
*SO 101 Introductory Sociology
*SO 330 Research Methods I (spring semester Junior year)
*SO 385 Social Theory (fall semester Junior year)
... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Spanish (BA) | |
The Bachelor of Arts in Spanish prepares students to communicate in Spanish through
experience in Spanish classes as well as in a Spanish-speaking environment in
a study abroad experience. Students will become familiar with the history and
culture of Spain and Latin America and with issues facing... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Spanish Cultural Studies (BA) | |
Students in this Majors Abroad Program (MAP) will spend at least one year abroad,
taking Spain-related courses in Spain. This major is different from a major in
Spanish, which is centered in language skills with some cultural components. The
Spanish Cultural Studies major assumes the student has... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Sport Psychology | |
The Sport Psychology major incorporates a year of study abroad after students
have studied psychology basics at Arcadia's campus in Glenside, Pa. Students interested
in this Majors Abroad Program will spend their junior year abroad, either at the
University of Stirling (Scotland) or the University... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Oth. | |
Students in the B.F.A. Studio degree program (with the exception of Interior Design
majors) can earn certification in Art Education. This certification provides a
skilled background in the technical and historical aspects of art education as
a prerequisite to teaching art in grades kindergarten through... |
|
Arcadia University
Bachelor degree
Theatre Arts and English (BA) | |
The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts and English is a vital and vibrant major
for those who are seeking a degree in theatre in preparation for careers in a
wide spectrum of the entertainment industry, including theatre, television and
filmmaking, or for graduate study in Theatre and Media Studies.
... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Biology | |
Biology majors seeking certification for secondary teaching in biology must notify
their adviser and the Coordinator of Science Education. State certification requirements
are very specific, so the earlier students plan for this option, the easier it
is to develop appropriate programs.
Completion... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Secondary Education | |
In cooperation with other departments in the liberal arts and sciences, the Education
Department prepares secondary school teachers in Biology, Chemistry, General Science,
English, Mathematics and Social Studies. These programs meet the Pennsylvania
certification requirements for high school teachers... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Secondary Education
Social Studies | |
Prospective secondary teachers must complete an appropriate major, including certain
courses that are particularly relevant for teachers of grades seven through twelve.
Advisers in the respective liberal arts and sciences departments will guide in
the selection of these courses.
Students interested... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Business Administration | |
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is designed for students who have a bachelor's
degree in a field other than business and want to acquire a background in Business
Administration to satisfy prerequisites for graduate study or to seek employment.
In addition to the general certificate, specialized... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Computer Science | |
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is designed for students who already have a
degree in another field and want to acquire a background in Computer Science.
Students can use this program to enter the computer employment market, to learn
computing skills for use in their present field, or to satisfy... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Corporate Communications | |
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Corporate Communications is designed to
prepare individuals seeking to enter the communications field or to enhance the
skills and knowledge of those already in the field. Specifically, it prepares
individuals for careers in the following areas or agencies:
... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Health Administration | |
The program in Health Administration is designed to focus on areas that are important
to being an administrator in health-care settings. It involves preparation in
business, health issues, the liberal arts and an internship in a health-care setting.
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Health Administration... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Health Professionsor | |
This post-baccalaureate program is designed for persons who have completed a bachelor's
degree and want to pursue a career in the health professions . The
program prepares students for admission to schools of dentistry, medicine, osteopathy,
optometry, audiology, podiatry, veterinary medicine, physician... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Management Information Systems | |
The post-baccalaureate program is designed for students who already possess a
bachelor's degree and want to gain expertise in the analysis, selection and implementation
of computer-based techniques to solve organizational problems. The program provides
students with a balanced combination of coursework... |
|
Arcadia University
Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate
Sciences | |
Students are required to take additional courses in the sciences beyond the minimum number of recommended courses listed for the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in the Health Professions. In addition, students who plan to enter careers in the basic sciences elect coursework in their chosen field, such... |
|
Arcadia University
Doctor's degree
Optometry | |
Arcadia University has an accelerated, combined plan with the Pennsylvania College
of Optometry (PCO) that allows students to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary
Science and Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in
seven years.
The first three years, students... |
|
Arcadia University
Doctor's degree
Pre-Physical Therapy | |
This is a 4+2½ program leading to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
degree from Arcadia. Students pursue an undergraduate major in a discipline such
as Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Sociology, Business or Health Administration.
Prerequisite courses needed for graduate-level study include Biology,... |
|
Arcadia University
Master's degree
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision. | |
The Scientific Illustration program combines study in Biology and the Fine Arts. Two emphases exist: Scientific Illustration and Pre-Medical Illustration. The former prepares students for a number of possible careers in biological illustration, graphic design or laboratory research. The latter prepares... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Business Administration | |
The Arcadia M.B.A. with an International Perspective is a cohort model accelerated part-time program, which means that groups of students will go through the program together, providing mutual support and a sharing of expertise. Small class size fosters a high level of support and interaction between... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Counseling Psychology
Child/Family Therapy | |
Degree Requirements (60 credits)
1. Core Courses (48 credits)
*
PY 492 Psychology as a Natural Science (or PY 574 Clinical Psychopharmacology)
*
PY 493 Psychology as a Social Science
*
PY 500 Educational and Career Counseling, Community
*
PY 516 Human Development: Life Span
... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Counseling Psychology
Community Counseling Psychology | |
Degree Requirements (48 credits or 60 credits)
*Option A: 48 credits (satisfies course and credit requirement to sit for
the National Counselor‘s Examination)
*Option B: 60 credits (satisfies course and credit requirement to apply for
licensure in Pennsylvania)
1 Core Courses (42 to 48... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Counseling Psychology
School Counseling | |
Degree Requirements (48 credits)
*Elementary School Counseling
*Secondary School Counseling
Additional Requirements for Pennsylvania Department of Education School Specialist
Certification.
1. Core Courses (36 credits)
*PY 492 Psychology as a Natural Science
*PY 493 Psychology as a Social... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Counseling Psychology
Trauma Clinical Bases of Treatment and Recovery | |
Degree Requirements (60 credits)
1. Core Courses (48 credits)
*PY 492 Psychology as a Natural Science (or PY 574 Clinical Psychopharmacology)
*PY 493 Psychology as a Social Science
*PY 500 Educational and Career Counseling, Community
*PY 516 Human Development: Life Span
*PY 521 Research... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Education
Special Education | |
Students who want to be certified to teach in special education have two options.
Option 1: Students can choose the five-year program that combines a
Bachelor of Arts in Education (with certification in either Elementary Education
or Elementary and Early Childhood Education) with a Master of... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Engineering | |
Arcadia University offers a combined five-year (3+2) Engineering Program with
Columbia University in New York. This plan blends a strong liberal arts, science
and mathematics foundation with an intensive engineering curriculum. The program
prepares students for careers in industry or graduate work... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Environmental Studies | |
Environmental Studies is an accelerated program for students interested in a foundation
in the biological and psychological sciences leading to a career in environmental
education. The five-year accelerated 3+2 program awards a Bachelor of Science
and Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.) with specialized... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Forensic Science | |
Arcadia (A top ranked Forensic Science university) offers a 4+2 program leading
to a master's degree in Forensic Science. Prior to beginning their master's degrees,
students major in Biology or Chemistry for their undergraduate degree studies.
Forensic Science has become a vital part of the judicial... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
International Peace and Conflict Resolution | |
The interdisciplinary Master of Arts in International Peace and Conflict Resolution
program is designed to produce graduates who are well-prepared for mid-level positions
in intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations (IGOs and NGOs) based
primarily in the United States and Europe. These... |
|
Arcadia University
Masters degree
Pre-Physician Assistant | |
This is a 4+2 program, with four years of undergraduate study and two years of
graduate study in the Master of Medical Science program. Students interested in
becoming part of the Physician Assistant program must first earn a bachelor's
degree in a major such as Biology, Chemistry or Psychology that... |
|
