Christopher Newport University Associate degree Pre-Law | |
The Bachelor of Arts degree in history represents an excellent schedule of rigorous analytical courses recommended for both admission to and success in law school. History majors routinely score higher on the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) than other majors in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Accounting | |
At The Luter College of Business & Leadership, accounting students will enjoy small classes, personal attention, numerous volunteer and internship opportunities, speakers, an annual banquet and picnic, and an active Accounting Club.
Accounting majors are in an excellent position to attend graduate... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree American Studies | |
American Studies is an interdisciplinary field that examines the culture and society of the United States, past and present. It incorporates the study of economics, history, literature, art, the media, film, urban studies and women‘s studies, among other fields. As a discipline, its roots include concepts... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Applied Physics | |
The major in applied physics is oriented towards microelectronics and photonics (the basis of computer hardware) and provides a broad foundation in physics. The core courses provide a background in computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, and physics. The major and support courses continue... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Art History | |
The fine arts major provides the student with a thorough liberal arts background while offering the fundamentals required in studio art.The academic disciplines allows advanced work so that the student will be prepared to pursue an arts-related career or graduate study. Students are also given the opportunity... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Biology | |
The curriculum and faculty of the Department of Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Science are designed to acquaint students with the body of knowledge in the discipline and facilitate leadership development through useful and responsible hands-on application of this knowledge.
The Bachelor of Science... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Biology Environmental Science | |
The Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a major in Environmental Science is designed to acquaint students with the body of knowledge in the discipline and facilitate leadership development through useful and responsible hands on application of this knowledge.
The Bachelor of Science degree... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Chemistry | |
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry promotes an in-depth understanding of the core areas of chemistry: inorganic, organic, analytical, instrumental and physical chemistry. Hands-on experience with modern analytical instruments is provided.
The Chemistry Program prepares students for careers in the... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Communication Studies | |
In addition to requiring successful completion of the liberal learning curriculum, the Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies requires the following courses:
1. COMM 201, 249*, 250*
2. COMM 325*, 330, 345, 450, 452W
3. Fifteen additional credit hours in COMM courses; at least 12 hours... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Computer Engineering | |
The Bachelor of Science degree in computer engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Computer Engineering encompasses design and analysis of both hardware and software systems. Engineering problem solving, a... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Computer Science | |
The major in computer science is designed to prepare a student for a computer-oriented career, such as scientific applications or systems programming, or for graduate work in computer science. The core courses provide a background in computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, and physics. The... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Economics | |
Called the ’imperialist“ of social sciences, economics is the study of production, distribution and consumption of scarce resources. The economics curriculum teaches students to analyze choices such as those made by public policy makers, business managers and consumers. Studying economics provides the... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree eng Writing | |
What kinds of courses are required?
5 writing courses
Any five courses from Journalism, Creative Writing and/or Technical Writing
Can include any writing internship
8 literature courses
English Major Core
Reading literature
Literature, Theory & Culture
World literature
American literature
British literature
... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree English Creative Writing | |
What kinds of courses are required?
5 writing courses such as:
Fiction writing
Poetry writing
Advanced writing workshop
Prose Writing
Playwriting seminar
8 literature courses
English Major Core
Reading literature
Literature, Theory & Culture
World literature
American literature
British literature
A... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree English Journalism | |
What kinds of courses are required?
5 reporting & writing courses
(3-4 Journalism &1 writing course + an internship)
News Reporting & Writing
News & Magazine features
Advanced narrative journalism
Editing & Desktop publishing
Photojournalism
Internship in journalism (in student media and/or professional... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree English Language Arts | |
What kinds of courses are required?
13-14 courses
Reading literature
Literature, Theory & Culture
World literature
American literature
British literature
Teaching Language to Speakers of Other Languages
Structure of English
The Senior Seminar
Grades 6-12
Multicultural literature
Adolescent literature
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree English Literature | |
What kinds of courses are required?
14 courses
Reading literature
Literature, Theory & Culture
World literature
American literature
British literature
A major author
A special topics
The Senior Seminar
Electives in literature
39 credit hours
English Major with Literature Concentration requirements... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree English Technical Writing | |
What kinds of courses are required?
5 writing courses
Web page writing
* Writing for business & professions
Public relations writing
Writing for non-profit organizations
Playwriting seminar
Editing & desktop publishing
Internship in public relations writing
8 literature courses
English Major Core
Reading... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Finance | |
Careers in finance offer some of the highest starting salaries in the business world. By learning finance, you will possess specialized skills that puts you on track for a high visibility, successful career. If you are a serious student, possessing good analytical, quantitative and computer skills,... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree History - Business | |
The Bachelor of Arts degree in history may be taken with a minor program in business administration to attain a liberal arts education plus preparation for a career in business. The total program of study must satisfy all requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree in history and the minor program in... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Information Science | |
Managers of information are increasingly asked to solve complex problems arising in the business world that require drawing on a diverse set of skills. The Bachelor of Science in Information Science (BSIS) degree therefore emphasizes problem solving and offers a broad range of courses to address the... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Information Systems | |
The major in information systems prepares students to analyze and design systems that enable businesses and organizations to make effective and efficient use of today‘s most valuable resource: information. What information is needed, who needs it, and how to distribute and manage it are key elements... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Interdisciplinary Studies (BA) | |
The student's program of study must conform to and meet all curricular requirements of the chosen baccalaureate degree, including all general education and degree studies requirements. In addition the degree program must consist of:
A minimum of 60 semester hours of coursework beyond those completed... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Interdisciplinary Studies (BS) | |
The student's program of study must conform to and meet all curricular requirements of the chosen baccalaureate degree, including all general education and degree studies requirements. In addition the degree program must consist of:
A minimum of 60 semester hours of coursework beyond those completed... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Management | |
This is a very popular major at CNU and the largest in The Luter College of Business & Leadership. It offers the greatest flexibility and broadest application of all the business majors, incorporating all the other disciplines in a liberal learning environment. This interdisciplinary program includes... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Marketing | |
The Luter College of Business & Leadership is one of the few undergraduate institutions nationwide to implement a degree program in direct/interactive marketing. Opportunities abound for graduates as companies clamor to hire marketers who possess the essential knowledge to compete in the digital age.
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Mathmatics (BA) | |
The Department of Mathematics offers a variety of courses for those who wish to develop general or specific skills in mathematics, to satisfy the mathematics general education requirement, to study mathematics for aesthetic reasons, or to pursue the Bachelor of Arts in mathematics.
Mathematics Major... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Mathmatics (BA) Computer Science | |
The Department of Mathematics offers a variety of courses for those who wish to develop general or specific skills in mathematics, to satisfy the mathematics general education requirement, to study mathematics for aesthetic reasons, or to pursue the Bachelor of Arts in mathematics.
Mathematics Major... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Mathmatics (BA) Physics | |
The Department of Mathematics offers a variety of courses for those who wish to develop general or specific skills in mathematics, to satisfy the mathematics general education requirement, to study mathematics for aesthetic reasons, or to pursue the Bachelor of Science in mathematics.
Mathematics Major... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Mathmatics (BS) | |
The Department of Mathematics offers a variety of courses for those who wish to develop general or specific skills in mathematics, to satisfy the mathematics general education requirement, to study mathematics for aesthetic reasons, or to pursue the Bachelor of Science in mathematics.
Mathematics Major... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Mathmatics (BS) Computer Science | |
The Department of Mathematics offers a variety of courses for those who wish to develop general or specific skills in mathematics, to satisfy the mathematics general education requirement, to study mathematics for aesthetic reasons, or to pursue the Bachelor of Science in mathematics.
Mathematics Major... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Mathmatics (BS) Physics | |
The Department of Mathematics offers a variety of courses for those who wish to develop general or specific skills in mathematics, to satisfy the mathematics general education requirement, to study mathematics for aesthetic reasons, or to pursue the Bachelor of Science in mathematics.
Mathematics Major... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Military Science | |
Requirements for Enrollment
Any full-time freshman or sophomore student who is physically qualified and not already holding a commission in any armed forces may enroll in the Basic Military Science and Leadership progam. Those meeting these qualifications, but who have had prior military experience in... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Modern Languages French | |
In addition to requiring successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements , the concentration in French requires successful completion of the following courses in major and elective studies:
1.Either FREN 301 or 303;
2. Select one: FREN 302, 304, 306, or 308;(Except... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Modern Languages German | |
In addition to requiring successful completion of the Liberal Learning Curriculum, the major in German requires successful completion of the following courses in major and elective studies:
1) GERM 301 and 303
2) Select one: GERM 302 or 308 (Except native speakers--choose a German elective)
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Modern Languages Spanish | |
In addition to requiring successful completion of the Liberal Learning Curriculum, the major in Spanish requires successful completion of the following courses in major and elective studies:
1) Either SPAN 301 or 303
3) Select one: SPAN 302, 304 or 308 (Except native speakers--choose a Spanish... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Music | |
MUSIC CONCENTRATION
In addition to requiring successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements, the Bachelor of Arts degree in Music requires successful completion of the following courses:
1) Six credits of upper-level music electives;
2) MUSC 141, 200, 209-210, 211-212,... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Music Choral Music Education | |
In addition to successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements, the degree requires successful completion of the concentration:
Bachelor of Music
CHORAL MUSIC EDUCATION CONCENTRATION
1) MUSC 141, 200, 209-210, 211-212, 303-304, 306(W), 309-310, 311-312,314;
2) MUSC 220,... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Music History/Literature | |
In addition to successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements, the degree requires successful completion of the concentration:
Bachelor of Music
HISTORY AND LITERATURE CONCENTRATION
1) MUSC 401(W) (three credits) and 408;
2) MUSC 141, 200, 209-210, 211-212, 303-304, 306(W),... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Music Instrumental Music Education | |
In addition to successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements, the degree requires successful completion of the concentration:
Bachelor of Music
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC EDUCATION CONCENTRATION
1) MUSC 141, 200, 209-210, 211-212, 303-304, 306(W), 309-310, 311-312, 316, and... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Music Jazz Studies | |
In addition to successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements, the degree requires successful completion of the concentration:
Bachelor of Music
JAZZ STUDIES CONCENTRATION
1) MUSC 141, 209-210, 211-212, 303-304, 306(W), 309-310, 311-312, and 314 or 316;
2) MUSC 315, 408,... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Music Performance | |
In addition to successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements, the degree requires successful completion of the concentration:
Bachelor of Music
PERFORMANCE CONCENTRATION
(Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, Keyboard, Strings, Voice)
1) MUSC 141, 200, 209-210, 211-212, 303-304,... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Music Theory/Composition | |
In addition to successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements, the degree requires successful completion of the concentration:
Bachelor of Music
THEORY/COMPOSITION CONCENTRATION
1) MUSC 141, 200, 209-210, 211-212, 303-304, 306(W), 309-310, 311-312,314 or 316;
2) MUSC... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Philosophy | |
In addition to requiring successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements, the Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy requires successful completion of the following courses in major and elective studies:
1. PHIL 101* (or any of the supplementary courses PHIL 101B, 101L,... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Philosophy Critical Thinking | |
The Critical Thinking Concentration affords students the opportunity to refine their skills in reasoning, problem solving, devising and evaluating arguments, and making inferences and judgements. Among areas emphasized in the concentration are legal reasoning, scientific reasoning, and theories of knowledge... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Philosophy Indic Studies | |
The Indic Studies Concentration allows the student to focus attention on the philosophies and religions of South East Asia such as Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, and the various traditions and schools within Hinduism. The concentration includes study in appropriate languages in preparation for graduate... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Philosophy Pre-seminary | |
The Pre-seminary Concentration provides the student with a broad view of religions while at the same time looking at the application of religious concepts to issues of value and practice. The concentration seeks to prepare the student for further studies in religion beyond those encountered in their... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Philosophy Religious Studies | |
The Religious Studies Concentration involves the empathetic and critical analysis of religious traditions in order to understand their development and their present character. As an academic discipline, religious studies do not seek to promote or to censure any particular creed, institution, or way of... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Philosophy Values and the Professions | |
The Values and the Professions Concentration offers students the opportunity to engage in ethical/moral discourse on two primary tracks. The applied ethics track is especially useful for students planning to enter into professional careers upon graduating. Courses in this track include Environmental... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Political Science | |
The Bachelor of Arts in Political Science is a rigorous academic program that provides a general liberal arts background for the study of government and politics. This degree requires successful completion of the following courses:
1. Core Courses : GOVT 100*, 101*, 215, 352, 490W.
2. Select... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Psychology (BA) | |
Electives should be chosen in consultation with an academic advisor. Students pursuing a degree in psychology should successfully complete MATH 125, PSYC 300, 301 and 306 as early in their programs as feasible but in no case later than the completion of the first 90 hours of the degree. Course pre-requisites... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Psychology (BS) | |
Electives should be chosen in consultation with an academic advisor. Students pursuing a degree in psychology should successfully complete MATH 125, PSYC 300, 301 and 306 as early in their programs as feasible but in no case later than the completion of the first 90 hours of the degree. Course pre-requisites... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Public History | |
Public history is how the public evaluates and perceives the course of human events. It transforms historical research and knowledge so that it reaches a broad, general audience. Public historians disseminate this historical knowledge in public and private settings outside of academia.
They work on... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Social Work | |
In addition to successful completion of all general education and degree studies requirements (see index), the Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work requires successful completion of the following courses in major and elective studies:
1. BIOL 107*, 108*/109L*;
2. HLTH 200*;
3. MATH 125*;
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Sociology | |
Our mission is to present the liberal arts traditions of sociology and anthropology. We emphasize the discipline‘s core concepts, theories, and bodies of knowledge, the techniques of social research, the ability to think critically, and the clear expression of ideas in writing. Our program combines scientifi... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Sociology Anthropology | |
Our mission is to present the liberal arts traditions of sociology and anthropology. We emphasize the discipline‘s core concepts, theories, and bodies of knowledge, the techniques of social research, the ability to think critically, and the clear expression of ideas in writing. Our program combines scientifi... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Sociology Criminology | |
Our mission is to present the liberal arts traditions of sociology and anthropology. We emphasize the discipline‘s core concepts, theories, and bodies of knowledge, the techniques of social research, the ability to think critically, and the clear expression of ideas in writing. Our program combines scientifi... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Sociology Education And Socialization | |
Our mission is to present the liberal arts traditions of sociology and anthropology. We emphasize the discipline‘s core concepts, theories, and bodies of knowledge, the techniques of social research, the ability to think critically, and the clear expression of ideas in writing. Our program combines scientifi... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Studio Art | |
The fine arts major provides the student with a thorough liberal arts background while offering the fundamentals required in studio art.The academic disciplines allows advanced work so that the student will be prepared to pursue an arts-related career or graduate study. Students are also given the opportunity... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Theater Art Acting | |
Students entering the acting track undergo the challenging rigors of actor training and rehearsal to expand and extend their own expressive capabilities through performance. Opportunities to perform include mainstage plays and musicals, one-act festivals in the Studio Theater, student-directed scenes/one... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Theater Art Administration | |
The arts administration track is an interdisciplinary course of study that provides students with learning experiences in multiple fields within a liberal arts context. This diverse course of study seeks to instill the student-artist with the business savvy necessary to succeed in our highly competitive... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Theater Art Design Technical | |
The theatrical design arts - scenography, costume design, lighting, sound and make-up - define setting, mood and style, giving sensory life to the spectacle of drama. The design/tech track equips students to approach plays with both imagination and technical expertise - from research and conceptualization... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Theater Art Directing/Dramatic Literature | |
Emphasizing critical inquiry, scholarship, script analysis and practical studio application students work to develop mastery in the close reading and imaginative realization of plays. Augmented with courses in English, the directing/dramatic literature track approaches texts and trends in a variety... |
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Christopher Newport University Bachelor degree Theater Art Musical Theater/Dance | |
The musical theater/dance track demands the energy, discipline and dedication to pursue simultaneous studies in acting, vocal performance and dance. Acceptance into this program also requires a singing audition with the Music faculty - arranged during the freshman or sophomore year.
In addition to... |
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Christopher Newport University Certificates/First-Professional Certificate Jazz Studies | |
The music program offers the Professional Certificate in Jazz Studies for students who possess a strong interest and talent in jazz performance. The following curriculum is designed to offer students the basic courses and performance experience required for entry into jazz performance and jazz education.... |
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Christopher Newport University Certificates/Less-than-4-year Certificate Gerontology | |
Christopher Newport University offers a certificate program for practitioners in the community. The program is designed to meet the following student goals:
1) Provide a body of knowledge about older persons combined with skills obtained from the student‘s major discipline to prepare for careers in nursing... |
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Christopher Newport University Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate Communications (Data) | |
The Communications (Data) certificate program covers fundamental concepts of networks and data communications, practical programming for networks and communications, and network configuration and management. Students will work on projects that include design, development, and maintenance of intranets... |
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Christopher Newport University Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate Digital Design | |
The digital design certificate program creates technical professionals proficient in the modern digital technology. It describes the fundamental hardware design concepts of combinational and sequential circuits; introduces electronic design automation tools; covers the latest architectural features... |
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Christopher Newport University Certificates/Postbaccalaureate Certificate Object Oriented Programming | |
The Object Oriented Programming certificate program prepares participants for object-oriented design and programming. It covers the two most widely used object-oriented programming languages, C++ and Java. It provides guidance in the effective usage of these languages; common abstractions in object-oriented... |
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Christopher Newport University Masters degree Applied Physics | |
The applied physics curriculum presents the foundation theories of the physical world: mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, optics and solid state. Students use these models in two computational courses and in their theses where they construct simulations of physical systems,... |
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Christopher Newport University Masters degree Computer Science | |
All applicants should have completed a three-semester sequence in mathematics including at least two semesters of calculus and programming including data structures. It is assumed that these courses are at least at the level of the following texts:Anton, Calculus; Headington and Riley, Data Abstraction... |
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Christopher Newport University Masters degree Computer Systems Engineering and Instrumentation | |
All applicants should have completed a two-semester sequence in physics, including mechanics and at least two labs; a five-semester sequence in mathematics including calculus, matrix methods and differential equations; programming including data structures; a course in computer organization and architecture;... |
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Christopher Newport University Masters degree Environmental Science | |
The Master of Science in Environmental Science has been designed to provide the knowledge and technical skills and provides a solid background in ecological and environmental conservation theory. The program is flexible enough to fit the interests and needs of a wide variety of students and is designed... |
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