Liberal Arts and Humanities – Interdisciplinary
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Program Length
2 years
60 Credits
Degrees Offered
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Learning Experiences
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Our A.A. in Liberal Arts and Sciences degree curriculum* with an Interdisciplinary concentration gives you a strong foundation of knowledge in English, mathematics, science, and history from bilingual courses designed for both recent high school graduates and adult learners who are returning to school to get their degree. You will leave this AA Interdisciplinary studies program with skills in college-level writing, speaking, reading, computer literacy, and the ability to utilize analytical reasoning and library research. This multilingual AA degree in liberal arts is often the first step toward pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a wide array of specialties, from liberal studies to STEM-focused courses.
*The general education core for this degree complies with guidelines of the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI).
The Curriculum of Liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies
Humanities
From an academic perspective, humanities courses focus on history, languages (both ancient and modern), literature, fine arts, cultural studies, and more. The importance of these studies gives us a deeper understanding of the world around us and our place in it. From studying the humanities we learn to think critically and creatively. Humanities develop our soft skills, which are essential for making a career in any profession.
Science
Math, biology, chemistry, and more, science-based courses in an interdisciplinary field give you the ability to engage and understand the real meaning and limitations of data. You have a deeper and fundamental understanding of why things are the way they are.
Social Science
Exploring human society, the social sciences cover economics, human behavior, sociology, political science, and more. Social science classes help you develop analytical and problem-solving skills. In these AA Interdisciplinary classes, you will learn about just what drives human behavior, and how groups and individuals interact with one another.
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Careers with a Liberal Arts and Interdisciplinary Degree
A liberal arts degree is highly respected in the job market. Employers recognize the broad range of skills, both hard and soft, that a student of the liberal arts develops.
With a foundational help of an Associate of arts in interdisciplinary studies, a student is well on the way to becoming a fully-fledged teacher. A liberal arts degree helps students with problem-solving and critical thinking, essential skills if they want to become a teacher.
A professional who works in the human resources department performing administrative duties, a human resources coordinator helps to manage employees, activities, and the overall operations of a company.
Using the soft skills they learned from liberal arts studies, somebody employed in public relations helps to influence the public’s perception of a client’s reputation. Helping their client to create a positive public image, they craft media releases and develop social media campaigns to give the public a certain impression of their client.
Managing and assisting in clerical duties, an administrative assistant is a crucial component of a business running smoothly. The administrative assistant’s jobs are usually varied, requiring a sharp mind and flexibility. Their responsibilities can range from answering the phone, drafting emails, taking messages, and properly maintaining databases.
Studying human behavior and relationships, a sociologist sees the world and tries to make sense of society. From writing books on certain topics to working with other service workers and non-profit organizations, a sociologist can have a large and colorful career helping the lives of others.
Teaching
With a foundational help of an Associate of arts in interdisciplinary studies, a student is well on the way to becoming a fully-fledged teacher. A liberal arts degree helps students with problem-solving and critical thinking, essential skills if they want to become a teacher.
Human Resources Coordinator
A professional who works in the human resources department performing administrative duties, a human resources coordinator helps to manage employees, activities, and the overall operations of a company.
Public Relations
Using the soft skills they learned from liberal arts studies, somebody employed in public relations helps to influence the public’s perception of a client’s reputation. Helping their client to create a positive public image, they craft media releases and develop social media campaigns to give the public a certain impression of their client.
Administrative Assistant
Managing and assisting in clerical duties, an administrative assistant is a crucial component of a business running smoothly. The administrative assistant’s jobs are usually varied, requiring a sharp mind and flexibility. Their responsibilities can range from answering the phone, drafting emails, taking messages, and properly maintaining databases.
Sociologist
Studying human behavior and relationships, a sociologist sees the world and tries to make sense of society. From writing books on certain topics to working with other service workers and non-profit organizations, a sociologist can have a large and colorful career helping the lives of others.
Liberal Arts and Humanities - Interdisciplinary Faculty
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