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School
of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate
The School of Arts and Sciences supports the University objectives through programs of study in the fine and applied arts, the humanities, mathematics, and the natural sciences. Bachelor of Arts programs enroll students in Art, Biology, Communications, English, Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Graphic Design, History, Interior Design, Liberal Studies, Philosophy and Religion, and Politics. Bachelor of Science programs enroll students in Biology, Computer Science, and Mathematics. Undergraduate students seeking licensure on the secondary level in the following endorsement areas–Art, Biology, Computer Science, English, History and Social Science, and Mathematics–follow a prescribed program of studies that both fulfills the requirements of their major discipline and leads to secondary teaching licensure. The program in Art Education leads to K-12 licensure. Minor sequences are available in Art History, Biology, Communications, Computer Science, English, Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, History, Interior Design, Mathematics, Philosophy, Politics, Public History, Natural Science, and Web Design. In addition, the School of Arts and Sciences offers the majority of courses required in the Liberal Arts Core requirements of the University. For a general description of those requirements see page 50 of this catalog. Students considering application to law school can develop proficiency in communication and analysis through courses in Economics, Literature, History, Politics, and Philosophy. Such study is sound preparation for the Legal Scholastic Aptitude Test (LSAT). Students motivated to a high achievement in the sciences have been successful applicants to medical schools. Many undergraduates earn minors in Accounting, Economics, and Management in preparation for advanced study in Business Administration. Internships extend the class work into the greater Washington community, and many students have turned internships into their first professional employment. Applied Arts courses are offered both as requirements supporting majors in Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising and as electives for students throughout the University. Students in Applied Arts courses investigate the physical properties of natural and man-made resources and master some of the technical skills needed to construct, design, display, and market fashion products. Those entering the retailing or design fields find in these courses an overview of the fashion industries ranging from creation of raw material to manufacturing and the promotion of products to consumers. Exposure to Applied Arts concepts is also useful to those interested in business and communications careers and in personal lifelong recreation. Many of the courses are taught in the clothing design and drafting studios housed in Gailhac Hall. A showcase feature of the Applied Arts offerings is the fashion show planned and produced by students, many of whom receive their first career application through exhibition of their own designs.
BIOLOGY (B.A., B.S.) Concentrations in Study in the biological sciences responds to the increasing demand for scientific expertise in a variety of professional settings, including industry and law. Both a bachelor of science (BS) and a bachelor of arts (BA) are offered. The bachelor of arts (BA) in Biology provides strong undergraduate preparation in biology and chemistry through courses that examine basic principles and explore advanced scientific subjects. The major curriculum for the bachelor of science (BS) is complemented with required courses in organic chemistry, mathematics, and physics. The program permits students to build on a common foundation of introductory courses in biology and chemistry and to select a concentration in either Environmental Science, Human Biology, or Molecular and Cellular Biology. It provides preparation for advanced studies in biology and health-related professional fields, or for entry into a variety of areas within the biotechnology industries. Entering students are encouraged to complete BIO 151-152 and PSC 151-152 by the end of the first year; senior-level competencies are measured through an internship performance and senior comprehensive examinations. A minimum grade of C- is required in any course within the major courses (biology and physical science) which serves as a prerequisite for a higher-numbered course. Courses in which the minimum grade is not achieved may not be repeated more than once without permission of the department chair. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements: BIO 151-152 General Biology I & II; BIO 260 Microbiology; BIO 262 Genetics; PSC 151-152 Principles of Chemistry I & II; PSC 171-172 General Physics I & II; and PSC 221-222 Organic Chemistry I & II. • Concentration requirements–Environmental Science: BIO 301 Environmental Microbiology; BIO 351 Environmental Toxicology; BIO 352 Integrated Advanced Environmental Lab; PSC 211 Environmental Geology and Water Resources; PSC 351 Environmental Chemistry; BIO 400 Internship; and BIO 410 Seminar. • Concentration requirements–Human Biology:
BIO 161-162 Anatomy and Physiology I & II; BIO 363 Cellular Biology;
PT 501 • Concentration requirements–Molecular and Cellular Biology: BIO 363 Cellular Biology; BIO 368 Advanced Research Methods; BIO 400 Internship; BIO 410 Seminar; 12 additional credits of electives chosen from the following: BIO 224 Endocrinology; BIO 272 Parasitology; BIO 361 Biochemistry; BIO 364 Immunology; BIO 366 Animal Virology; BIO 367 Immunopathology; or BIO 369 Advanced Molecular Biology. Note: Students who do not complete PSC 171-172 or PSC 221-222 may qualify for a BA in Biology. Electives: to total 120 credits. Teaching Licensure in Secondary Biology Undergraduates seeking teaching licensure on the secondary level in Biology fulfill the curriculum for the bachelor of science degree in Biology as well as 18 credits of professional studies. Students should consult their primary advisor in Biology for program requirements. A second advisor is also provided by the School of Education and Human Services. See pages 78 and 79 for a complete description of the undergraduate teaching licensure programs and admission process. Students pursuing licensure in this manner complete all requirements necessary for Virginia licensure including field experiences and student teaching. This program of studies allows students to complete a baccalaureate degree in Biology and also be licensed to teach secondary Biology at the end of four years. A minor in Biology requires BIO 151-152 General Biology I & II and 16 additional credits in Biology courses numbered above 200. Preprofessional Science Curriculum: The minimal science requirements for the study of medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, optometry, and podiatry are very similar. These programs require the satisfactory completion of two semesters each of undergraduate general chemistry (PSC 151-152), biology (BIO 151-152), and physics (PSC 171-172); most medical schools require two semesters of organic chemistry (PSC 221-222) and recommend at least one semester of mathematics (usually calculus). Completion of the minimal requirements constitutes a minor in Natural Science at Marymount, and all students completing the requirements for the bachelor of science in Biology meet the minimal preprofessional science requirements. At Marymount, students considering professional study in health fields usually consider Biology as an undergraduate major, but preprofessional requirements can be met through a variety of diverse undergraduate fields. Students should consider majoring in the subject area in which they have the strongest aptitude and interest. Acceptance into health-related professional schools is highly competitive and requires the maintenance of a fairly high undergraduate grade point average (usually 3.0 to 3.5). The prehealth advisor is available to help design the best possible course sequence for all students interested in the prehealth curriculum regardless of their major. COMMUNICATIONS (BA) The Communications major is designed for students seeking a strong emphasis on writing, speaking, and selected media skills. Graduates are prepared for entry positions in broadcasting, publications, public relations, and other media. The major provides excellent preparation for graduate study in communications, law, and journalism. Communications courses also support the general education requirements and are open to all students as electives. A minor in Communications is also offered. Communications majors are required to complete an internship during the senior year in a setting related to the major field. Typical internships are provided by Washington-area news and public-service media such as television and radio stations, newspapers and other publications, and public relations offices of diversified public and private organizations. The internship is developed jointly by the faculty, the student, and the employing organization to ensure a sound learning experience for which the student earns academic credit. Students entering as Communications majors are expected to complete introductory courses in media communications and public speaking in the freshman year, and journalism and public relations in the sophomore year. Senior students are required to complete the Internship and the Senior Seminar in Communications. Students may also choose a double-major in Communications and English. This major calls for the completion of 30 credits in Communications and 30 credits in English. The designated track in Communications emphasizes speech and journalism, while the designated track in English emphasizes literature. Students who choose this double major may also pursue secondary school certification in English. Students interested in the requirements for a double major in Communications and English should confer with advisors in each area. It is recommended that Communications majors purchase a personal computer and software designated by the major. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (45 credits) are fulfilled through core courses and electives. Each major is expected to complete COM 100 Media Communications; COM 101 Public Speaking; COM 206 Introduction to Public Relations; and COM 209 Introduction to Journalism, before the end of the sophomore year. In addition, each major must complete COM 400 Internship, COM 425 Senior Seminar in Communications, and 24 additional credits from any other Communications courses. Students are encouraged to select courses which will provide
an emphasis in journalism, new media, public relations, or speech In addition, students majoring in Communications may specify a minor
field Electives: to total 120 credits. Additional Endorsements for Students with Teaching Licensure Journalism: Students who have or will have completed
a licensure program and seek an additional licensure in journalism must
take the following courses for a total of 15 credits: Speech Communication: Students who have or will have completed a licensure program and seek an additional licensure in speech communication must take a total of 15 credits from the following courses: COM 101 Public Speaking, COM 204 Oral Interpretation, COM 307 Broadcast Delivery, COM 310 Presentational Communication, and either COM 301 or 425 Senior Seminar. Minor requirements: COM 100 Media Communications, COM 101 Public Speaking, COM 209 Introduction to Journalism, COM 206 Introduction to Public Relations, and 9 additional credits in Communications courses. COMPUTER SCIENCE (BS) Computer Science emphasizes object-oriented programming and includes the study of computer architecture and the design and analysis of algorithms. The major follows the guidelines for a Computer Science major set by the Association for Computing Machinery and provides students with a broad understanding of the field. It prepares students for careers in computer programming, systems administration, software engineering, applications and systems software development, network administration, and technical support. It also prepares students for graduate study in Computer Science. Students majoring in Computer Science are advised to consider minors and electives in Accounting, Economics, Management, Mathematics, and Science. Freshman students majoring in Computer Science are expected to complete 8 credits in Computer Science and 6-8 credits in Mathematics their freshman year. Students needing precalculus courses should complete either MA 142 Accelerated Precalculus or the MA 140 Precalculus I and MA 141 Precalculus II sequence. Senior students must successfully complete an internship and a standardized major field test in computer science. A minimum grade of C- is required in any course within the Computer Science major that serves as a prerequisite for a higher-numbered course. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Major requirements: CS 110-111 Programming I & II; CS 210 Structure of Programming Languages; CS 220 Data Structures and Algorithms; CS 230 Computer Organization; CS 310 Software Engineering; CS 350 Operating Systems; CS/MA 391D Theory of Computation; CS 400 Internship; CS 410 Capstone Project; and 6 credits of Computer Science electives including 3 at the 300 level or above; MA 150-151 Discrete Mathematical Structures I & II; MA 181-182 Calculus I & II; MA 215 Linear Algebra; and 12 credits of laboratory science including a one yearlong sequence from BIO 151-152, PSC 151-152, or PSC 171-172. Electives: to total 120 credits. Teaching Licensure in Secondary Computer Science Undergraduates seeking teaching licensure on the secondary level in Computer Science fulfill the curriculum for the bachelor of science degree in Computer Science as well as 18 credits of professional studies. Students should consult their primary advisor in Computer Science for program requirements. A second advisor is also provided by the School of Education and Human Services. See pages 78 and 79 for a complete description of the undergraduate teaching licensure programs and admission process. Students pursuing licensure in this manner complete all requirements necessary for Virginia licensure including field experiences and student teaching. This program of studies allows students to complete a baccalaureate degree in Computer Science and to be licensed to teach secondary Computer Science at the end of four years. Computer Science as an Students who have or will have completed a licensure program and seek an additional licensure in Computer Science must take a total of 20 credits from the following courses: CIS 101 Computer Applications I, CS 110 Programming I, CS 111 Programming II, CS 220 Data Structures and Algorithms, CS or CIS elective, and CS elective. Minor requirements: CS 110-111 Programming ENGLISH (BA) The English major and minor provide preparation for entry into graduate study, professional schools, and a wide variety of career fields. Through the literature and writing courses required for the major, students develop transferable writing, critical reading, and research skills. The study of literature provides the tools of criticism, an awareness of major authors and issues in literature, and insight into how literary developments mirror and influence major societal developments. The writing courses teach the principles of clear and effective writing for a variety of purposes and audiences. By choosing minors in specific areas such as Communications, Business, Politics, Psychology, and Science, students can prepare themselves to apply their skills in the professional world while at the same time obtaining a broad liberal education from which to draw for a lifetime. The internship gives students valuable practical experience and affords them the opportunity to apply their skills in a professional context. In addition to the required internship, seniors must successfully complete a senior seminar research paper. Students may also choose a double major in Communications and English. This major calls for the completion of 30 credits in Communications and 30 credits in English. Students interested in the requirements for a double major in Communications and English should confer with advisors in each area. The writing and literature courses also support the general education requirements of the University. To ensure completion of general education requirements, the School of Arts and Sciences administers a writing placement test to all entering freshmen. Depending on the results of the placement test, all freshmen should enroll in EN 101 Composition or another writing course during their first semester. All students should consult with their advisors concerning the writing requirements in their major. The required composition courses must be completed prior to enrollment in literature courses. Students whose majors require survey courses in literature should complete these courses during the sophomore year. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements: (45 credits) EN 200 Approaches to Literary Study, EN 201-203 World Masterpieces, and either EN 205 American Literature I or EN 206 American Literature II; EN 424 Senior Seminar; EN 490 Major Author(s); 18 additional credits in EN courses numbered 204 and above (at least 15 credits must come from courses numbered 320 and above); EN 400 Internship. English majors must earn a grade of C or better in EN 200, EN 301, and EN 424. English majors are advised to take CIS 101 Computer Applications I if their computer skills are weak. Students transferring from other institutions must complete at least 18 credits in English at Marymount University. Those credits should include EN 200 Approaches to Literary Study or EN 540 Literary Theory, EN 301 Writing Process, EN 424 Senior Seminar, and 9 additional credits at the level of 300 or above. Electives: to total 120 credits. Alternatively, the English major may choose one of the following tracks: Dramatic Arts, Writing, or Teaching Licensure in Secondary English. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements: EN 200 Approaches to Literary Study; 6 credits from EN 203-206 World Masterpieces and American Literature; COM 204 Oral Interpretation; EN 212 Introduction to the Technique of Acting; EN 318 Theater History; EN 321 Modern Drama; EN 355 or 356 Shakespeare; EN 424 Senior Seminar; EN 490 Major Authors or EN 562 Shakespeare: Text and Performance; EN/COM 400 Internship (3-6 credits); and 9 credits from 300-level literature courses. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements: EN 200 Approaches to Literary Study; 6 credits from EN 203-206 World Masterpieces and American Literature; COM 209 Introduction to Journalism; EN 211 Principles of Language; EN 424 Senior Seminar; EN/COM 400 Internship (3-6 credits); 9 credits from COM 300 Report Writing, EN 302 Creative Writing, COM 305 Journalism II, COM 315 Writing for the Media, COM 316 Broadcast Journalism, COM 317 Editing and the Editorial Process, and MGT 391 Business Writing and Speaking; and 9 credits from CIS 101-102 Computer Application I or II, COM 200 Desktop Publishing, COM 308 Advanced Desktop Publishing, COM 309 Multimedia Design, or approved computer-related electives. Teaching Licensure in Secondary English Undergraduates seeking teaching licensure in English on the secondary level fulfill the curriculum for the bachelor of arts degree in English as well as 18 credits of professional studies plus the following course changes: add COM 204 Oral Interpretation, EN 211 Principles of Language, EN 554 Applied Grammar: Syntactic Structures, and CIS 101-102 Computer Applications I or II, and delete FA 201-202 History of Art I or II requirement from the Liberal Arts Core. Students should consult their primary advisor in English for program requirements. A second advisor is also provided by the School of Education and Human Services. See pages 78 and 79 for a complete description of the undergraduate teaching licensure programs and admission process. Students pursuing licensure in this manner complete all requirements necessary for Virginia licensure including field experience and student teaching. This program of studies allows students to complete a baccalaureate degree in English and also be licensed to teach secondary English at the end of four years. Additional Endorsements in English-as-a-Second Language for English Majors English majors seeking additional licensure for ESL
must take the following additional courses: foreign language, 6 credits;
ED 563 ESL/ESP: Curricula, Materials, and Tests, The Minor The minor in English requires the following courses: EN 200 Approaches to Literary Study, 6 credits from EN 201-204 World Masterpieces, and 12 additional credits in English courses (excluding EN 101 & 102). FASHION DESIGN (BA) The Fashion Design major prepares students for positions in the fashion industry related to the roles of an assistant designer. The major courses, selected from offerings in Applied Arts and Fine Arts, assist the student in developing creative abilities and professional skills. Basic courses in pattern making and clothing construction are supplemented with courses in design, promotion, textiles, and illustration. Students in Fashion Design plan and produce an annual fashion show featuring garments they have designed and constructed. A sense of professionalism is developed through participation in the Marymount Fashion Club and through affiliations with the Baltimore-Washington, DC, Fashion Group International, Inc. A professional advisory committee reviews the curriculum, makes recommendations, and identifies career directions. Freshman students are required to complete 6 credits of design, 3 credits of drawing, and introductory courses in construction, textiles, and the survey of fashion. Advanced students produce a line of fashions and a portfolio, and all senior students are expected to complete an off-campus internship with a cooperating employer. The program culminates in a professional evaluation of the student’s original designs. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (60 credits): Electives: to total 120 credits. A minor in Fashion Design requires 21 credits from the following courses: AA 250, 265, 270, 272, 350, 365, 370, 372, 385, 407, 415, 418, 420, 423. FASHION MERCHANDISING (BA) The major in Fashion Merchandising focuses on Business and Applied Arts courses. Graduates attain positions such as department manager, assistant manager, assistant buyer, and fashion events coordinator. General education requirements sharpen communication and organization skills; ample provision for elective choices permits a variety of minors. Many students develop a minor in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing, Communications, or Fashion Design. The required internship in the senior year brings students valuable experience with DC-area department stores, retail shops, and clothing manufacturers and distributors. Students in Fashion Merchandising participate in the Marymount Fashion Club, in activities sponsored by the Washington Fashion Group, Inc., and in the fashion shows on and off campus. A professional advisory committee reviews the curriculum, makes recommendations, and identifies career directions. Freshman students are expected to complete introductory courses in textiles and the survey of fashion. An internship is required during the senior year. Seniors must complete a seminar in which merchandising problems are solved using the case method. The case analysis is evaluated by representatives from the industry. Liberal Arts Core requirements See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (48 credits): AA 151 Textiles, AA 160 Survey of Fashion, AA 250 Clothing Construction, AA 270 Clothing Analysis, AA 273 Visual Merchandising, AA 320 Fashion Research and Communication, AA 374 Fashion Industry and Its Promotion, AA 381 Buying Fashion Apparel, AA 400 Internship, AA 405 Fashion in the Global Marketplace, AA 407 Product Development, AA 422 Senior Seminar in Fashion Merchandising, MKT 301 Principles of Marketing, MKT 308 Retailing I, and MKT 402 Retailing II. Electives: to total 120 credits. A minor in Fashion Merchandising requires the following courses: AA 160 Survey of Fashion; AA 381 Buying Fashion Apparel; 15 additional credits from the following courses: AA 151, 273, 320, 374, 405, 407, 410, 412, 414, MKT 301, 308. FINE ARTS Fine Arts courses are offered as electives for all students and as requirements for students majoring in Art, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, and Interior Design. The formal elements of observation and communication skills are introduced in basic courses of design and drawing. Painting and printmaking classes advance unification skills through form, color, and composition problems. The curriculum goals are strengthened by additional courses in drawing and art history. The School of Arts and Sciences offers an Art major and art history and studio arts courses as general education requirements for arts and design majors and as electives for all students. Although the School does not offer a major in art history, students may earn a minor from a selection of survey and period courses. Students interested in expanding their study of art history should consult with a School of Arts and Sciences advisor about the interdisciplinary plan for Liberal Studies majors. Art history and studio arts courses are useful for students pursuing careers in graphic design, teaching, or museum and gallery work. The study of art is enhanced at Marymount by easy access to Washington’s many art galleries and museums. The broad general collection of the National Gallery of Art is supplemented by the more specialized collections at the Corcoran and Freer Art galleries, the Hirshhorn Museum, the National Portrait Gallery, the Phillips Collection, the Renwick Gallery, Dumbarton Oaks, the National Museum of African Art, the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, and a host of smaller private galleries throughout the city and its suburbs. Art (BA) The Art program teaches students to study, interpret, and evaluate art and provides education in a diversity of media, capitalizing on Marymount faculty’s expertise in design studies and fine arts. Coursework begins with foundations in design and drawing. Students choose from painting; printmaking; drawing; three-dimensional studies, such as jewelry, furniture, and book art; textile design; photography; video; and multimedia. Bolstered by rigor drawn from art history, the student creates a body of work at the senior level, which is evaluated by artists from the chosen field, and completes an internship in art agencies, galleries, or museums or in apprenticeships under professional artists. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (48 credits): FA 103-104 Design
I & II; FA 105 Drawing I; 9 credits from FA 106 Drawing II, FA 110
Cross-cultural Visual Thinking, FA 209 Figure Drawing, FA 211 Printmaking
I, FA 213 Painting I, FA 214 Painting II, or FA 307 Printmaking II; FA
313-314 Painting III & IV; Electives: to total 120 credits. Teaching Licensure in Art, Undergraduates seeking teaching licensure in Art Education (K-12) fulfill the curriculum for the bachelor of arts degree in Art as well as 18 credits of professional studies. Students should consult their primary advisor in Art for program requirements. A second advisor is also provided by the School of Education and Human Services. See pages 78 and 79 for a complete description of the undergraduate teaching licensure programs and admission process. Students pursuing licensure in this manner complete all requirements necessary for Virginia licensure including field experience and student teaching. This program of studies allows students to complete a baccalaureate degree in Art and also be licensed to teach art, levels K-12, at the end of four years. A minor in Art History is completed through the following sequence: FA 201-202 History of Art I & II; 15 additional credits in art history courses. Students planning a minor in Art History or students required by their major to study period courses should complete FA 201-202 History of Art I & II before other art history courses. A minor in Studio Arts is completed through the following sequence: FA 103-104 Design I & II; and 15 additional credits from FA 105-106 Drawing I & II, FA 110 Cross-cultural Visual Thinking, FA 209 Figure Drawing, FA 221 & FA 307 Printmaking I & II, FA 213, 214, 313, 314 Painting I-IV, FA 350 A-F 3-Dimensional Topics, and FA 421 Project. FOREIGN LANGUAGES Foreign language courses in French, German, and Spanish are offered as electives. These courses also fulfill language requirements for M.Ed. students seeking ESL certification. The study of foreign language is both an excellent means for understanding other people and cultures and a vital preparation for a growing number of career opportunities in business, industry, and government service. Marymount students wishing to continue language study or to study additional languages may do so through Marymount’s membership in The Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area. Information on scheduling and registering for courses offered by consortium member universities is available from the Marymount Registrar’s Office. Further information concerning Washington consortium guidelines is given on pages 37-38. Gender and Society is an interdisciplinary concentration in the Liberal Studies major. It may also be used as a minor for other majors. The concentration applies resources, theories, and methodologies from a variety of academic fields to provide an understanding of the importance of gender for daily life and as a primary category of human experience. The sequence provides students with the tools they need to participate competently in society’s current conversations about gender. It illuminates the images of femininity and masculinity that shape cultural representations of gender, offers new insights into human difference and diversity, and enhances individual choice and our common humanity. Students who select Gender and Society as a Liberal Studies concentration will develop a heightened awareness of our diverse and multicultural world as they increase their sense of what is important in creating strong families and social relationships. They will be well-suited for jobs with advocacy groups, human rights organizations, environmental and consumer groups, health care, and youth/elderly/social service occupations. The interdisciplinary and integrative nature of the program additionally prepares Gender and Society graduates for careers in government, in education and library service, and for graduate school. Major sequence requirements (15-21 credits): IS 200 Approaches to Gender and Society (3 credits) is to be taken before other courses in the concentration. Select 4-6 courses in a minimum of 3 academic disciplines from the following: AA 410 Clothing Selection and Behavior, COM 301 Intercultural Communication, EN 340 Major Women Writers, EN 360 American Multicultural Literature, PSY 210 Human Growth and Development, PSY 220 Social Psychology, PSY 250 Biological Bases of Behavior, PSY 321 Psychology of Gender, SOC 202 Social Problems, SOC 201 Cultural Anthropology, SOC 302 Marriage and the Family, SOC 303 Development of Social Thought. Courses selected for this sequence cannot be used to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. Minor requirements: IS 200 Approaches to Gender and Society; select an additional 6 courses in 3 discipline areas from the courses listed for the major. GRAPHIC DESIGN (BA) The Graphic Design major prepares students for entry-level positions in design organizations. Graphic Design graduates find employment in a variety of settings including the publication and printing industries, advertising and marketing organizations, and graphic design departments of corporations, government agencies, and retailers. The major focus is on skill development in basic design techniques and technology and their graphic application. The School also offers minors in Graphic Design and in Web Design. Freshman students are required to complete 6 credits of basic design, 3 credits of drawing, and a series of 1-credit software labs. Senior students complete an internship with a cooperating firm and may qualify for supervised individual projects. The program requires a professional portfolio review during the senior year. The requirements of the major are deliberately flexible to accommodate a variety of options within the discipline. Graphic Design majors are urged to consider a minor concentration in another field. It is recommended that Graphic Design majors purchase a personal computer and the software designated by the major. Recommended computer configurations and software are available from the academic advisor. A minimum grade of C is required in any course within the Graphic Design major that serves as a prerequisite for a higher-numbered course. Each student entering the junior-level Graphic Design curriculum will be required to have a personal computer and the software supported by the Graphic Design program. Recommended computer specifications are available from your advisor or by visiting the Communications and Graphic Design Department Web site. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (49 credits): FA 103-104 Design I ⅈ FA 105 Drawing I or FA 209 Figure Drawing; GD 101-104 Software Labs I-IV; GD 200 Desktop Publishing; GD 203 Photography: Digital Imaging; GD 255-256 Typography I & II; GD 202 Illustration I; GD 308 Web Design; GD 360 Graphic Design Studio; GD 400 Internship; GD 405 Senior Portfolio; and 9 additional credits from the following: GD 303-304 Video Production I & II, GD 302 Illustration II, GD 309 Web Multimedia Design, GD 421 Project, GD 433 Research, MKT 301 Principles of Marketing, MKT 319 Advertising and Integrated Marketing Communications. Electives: to total of 120 credits. Minor requirements: GD 101-103 Software Labs I-III, GD 203 Photography: Digital Imaging, GD 202 Illustration I, GD 200 Desktop Publishing or GD 256 Typography II, and 9 additional credits in Graphic Design courses. This 22-credit minor prepares students for a career in Web design. Minor requirements: CS 106 Programming on the Web, CS 110-111 Programming I & II, GD 101 Software Lab: Photoshop, GD 104 Software Lab IV: Dreamweaver, GD 308 Web Design, GD 309 Web Multimedia Design, and 3 more credits in Computer Science or Graphic Design to complete 22 credits. Students can place out of GD 101 and 104 and substitute other CS and GD courses. The following Computer Science courses are also relevant to Web design and can be used as electives: CS 150 The UNIX Operating System, CS 170 Local Area Networks, CS 220 Data Structures and Algorithms, CS 310 Software Engineering, CS 320 Database Systems, and CS 360 Artificial Intelligence. The following Graphic Design courses are also relevant to Web design and can be used as electives: GD 102 Software Lab II: Freehand, GD 202 Illustration, GD 203 Digital Imaging, GD 303 Video Production, and GD 433 Research. HISTORY (BA) History courses support the general education objectives of the University and several of the academic objectives in various majors across the curriculum. Resources for the study of history in the Washington area are extraordinary, and many students find opportunities to witness first hand history-making events in this capital city. The study of history aims to improve an understanding of the modern world through a perspective that enables evaluation of both its mature and its underdeveloped conditions. The History program at Marymount focuses primarily on the areas of modern European and American history. Most freshmen are encouraged to complete elementary survey courses in Western civilization or American history. The History major, traditionally a preparation for careers in law, business, teaching, and research, provides courses essential to the study of the European and American traditions. The requirements of the major are deliberately flexible to accommodate a variety of options within the discipline and with other fields of study. History majors are urged to consider a minor concentration in another discipline. Senior students fulfill the requirements of a senior seminar and beginning students complete survey courses in Western civilization and American history before entering 300-level courses; it is recommended to all students enrolling in a 300-level history course that they have already completed a lower-level history survey course or an equivalent 3 credits in history. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (42 credits): HI 203-204 European History I & II, HI 210-211 History of the United States to 1877 and History of the United States since 1877, 21 credits of HI courses numbered 300 or above, HI 400 Internship, and HI 420 Senior Seminar. Teaching Licensure in Undergraduates seeking teaching licensure on the secondary level in History and Social Science fulfill the curriculum for the bachelor of arts degree in History as well as 18 credits of professional studies plus additional courses in Social Sciences. Students should consult their primary advisor in History for program requirements. A second advisor is also provided by the School of Education and Human Services. See pages 78 and 79 for a complete description of the undergraduate teaching licensure programs and admission process. Students pursuing licensure in this manner complete all requirements necessary for Virginia licensure including field experiences and student teaching. This program of studies allows students to complete a baccalaureate degree in History and also be licensed to teach secondary History and Social Science at the end of four years. Minor requirements: HI 203-204 European History I & II, or HI 210-211 History of the United States to 1877 and History of the United States since 1877; and 15 additional credits in History courses, 9 of which must be from courses numbered 300 or above. The Public History minor is an innovative, interdisciplinary track providing the kinds of skills and information associated with careers in museums, historical societies, national parks, corporate archives, and heritage tourism industries. Capitalizing upon Marymount’s proximity to some of the nation’s premier cultural and historical institutions, it combines hands-on experience with traditional coursework. Minor requirements: Students must take HI 295 Introduction to Public History, and a minimum of 15 credits drawn from the following courses: COM/GD 303-304 Video Production I & II; ID 454 Historic Preservation; ID 452 American Interiors and Furnishings; ID 556 Historic Research, Documentation, and Design; GD 104 Software Lab IV: Web and Multimedia Design; and GD 200 Desktop Publishing. Working in consultation with the History faculty, students may also take relevant courses through the consortium and may arrange internships at public history agencies. NOTE: HI 295 Introduction to Public History is to be taken before other courses in the program. To ensure adequate contextual grounding, non-History majors must also take either the European History (HI 203-204) or US History (HI 210-211) sequence. Humanities is an interdisciplinary concentration in the Liberal Studies major. This sequence is especially appropriate for nontraditional students who have full-time work experience and between 30 and 75 transfer credits. The Humanities interdisciplinary approach gives returning adult students flexibility in completing their undergraduate education as well as increased career mobility and/or personal enrichment. The concentration applies resources, theories, and methodologies from six humanities disciplines and prepares students to address issues of values, ethics, and cultural enrichment. The concentration emphasizes both personal growth and practical career needs. Students choosing this concentration are well-prepared for Marymount’s Master of Arts in Humanities graduate degree program or other graduate programs in humanities disciplines. Major sequence requirements (15-21 credits): HU 200 Focus on the Humanities (3 credits) to be taken before other courses in the concentration. Select 4-6 courses in a minimum of three of the following academic disciplines: English, Fine Arts, History, Philosophy, and Religious Studies and Theology. Courses selected for this sequence cannot be used to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. INTERIOR DESIGN (BA) The M. Wilhelmina Boldt Interior Design Program prepares students in the undergraduate major for practice as entry-level interior designers by promoting a strong theoretical and practical knowledge in design, space planning, and programming for both residential and commercial interior spaces. Graduates may pursue careers with interior design firms, architectural firms, corporate facilities, and government agencies. The program is accredited by the Foundation for Interior Design Education Research (FIDER). Given the widespread adoption of computers in Interior Design and other affiliated design professions, the program introduces computer tools throughout the design curriculum. Each student entering the junior-level Interior Design curriculum is required to have a laptop computer. State-of-the-art electronic studios allow students to access the Internet and software on Marymount’s server. Internships are available during the junior and senior years with nationally recognized architectural and design firms, furniture and interior retailers, contract designers, and other organizations utilizing design consultants. The program offers a lecture series, exhibitions of student and professional work, field trips, and the resources of the Washington, DC, design community. Senior students must successfully complete a comprehensive examination (written and design) and submit a portfolio of their work for professional evaluation before graduation. Majors are encouraged to join the student chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID). Dues are approximately $45 per year. A professional advisory committee reviews the curriculum, recommends improvements, and identifies career possibilities. Professional members from the metropolitan area provide expertise and direction to students. Freshmen are encouraged to complete 6 credits of basic design, 3 credits of drawing, and 7 credits in introductory Interior Design courses (theory, graphics, and design). Students should consult with School advisors concerning course sequencing and prerequisites. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (67 credits): FA 103-104 Design I & II; FA 105 Drawing I; ID101 Introduction to Interior Design; ID 111, 212, 214 Architectural Graphics I, II, & III; ID 231 Textiles and Finish Materials; ID 201-202 Interior Design I & II; ID 303-304 Interior Design III & IV; ID 313 Computer-aided Drafting and Design; ID 332 Building Technology; ID 333 Lighting Design; ID 350-351 History of Interiors I & II; ID 400 Internship; ID 405-406 Interior Design V & VI; ID 434 Business Procedures; and 3 additional credits in an ID elective. Electives: to total 120 credits. Students who have a baccalaureate degree in a field other than Interior Design may enroll in the Accelerated Undergraduate Program and pursue a BA in Interior Design. The requirements for this degree are: Completion of the Liberal Art Core; 60 credits in the following courses: FA 481 Design; ID 426 Current Issues in Interior Design; ID 485 Architectural Graphics; ID 487 Interior Design Studio; ID 214 Architectural Graphics III; ID 231 Textiles and Finish Materials; ID 303-304 Interior Design III & IV; ID 313 Computer-aided Drafting and Design; ID 332 Building Technology; ID 333 Lighting Design; ID 350-351 History of Interiors I ⅈ ID 400 Internship; ID 405-406 Interior Design V & VI; ID 434 Business Procedures; and 3 additional credits in an ID elective. Students may transfer credits from an accredited school but must complete a minimum of 36 credits at Marymount. A minor in Interior Design requires the following courses: ID 101 Introduction to Interior Design; ID 111 Architectural Graphics I; ID 201 Interior Design I; and 15 additional credits of ID courses. Interior Design Program Advisory Board Timothy Archie, Interior Designer, Kazuko Barkey, ASID, IDEC; Interior Designer, Kazuko Sawaji Interiors Adriana Scalamandre Bitter, ASID; Scalamandre Pat Grierson, SHG+KCF Elizabeth Grimson, Elizabeth Grimson Interiors Steve Hammonds, IIDA; Interior Designer, Candice Kling, IES, IALD; Lighting Designer, Andrew Monje Jr., ASID, IDEC; (retired) Educator, Marymount University Mary Ann Petrino, Sverdrup Ann Weir, Inside Design LIBERAL STUDIES (A.A.) A student may earn an AA degree with an emphasis in Liberal Studies by completing the following program of studies for a total of 64 credits. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (24 credits): The student chooses two concentrations from the Liberal Studies fields listed below and takes a minimum of 12 credits in each field. At least one concentration must be in the School of Arts and Sciences. Fields of concentration: Biology/Physical Sciences, Business and related fields, Communications, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, English, Fine and Applied Arts, Gender and Society, Graphic Design, History, Humanities, Mathematics, Philosophy/Religious Studies/Theology; Politics, Psychology, and Sociology. Electives: to total 64 credits. LIBERAL STUDIES (BA) The Liberal Studies program enables the undergraduate student to achieve a broad general education and to gain knowledge in two major fields, designated as sequences. This program is especially desirable for students who have more than one specialized interest or for students with prior college experience who desire an efficient way to use already-earned credits to complete a bachelor’s degree. The Liberal Studies program consists of three components: the Liberal Arts Core, the two Major Sequences, and the Liberal Studies Triad. Upon completion of the program, a student is expected to have achieved the following: • liberal learning, demonstrated by broad analytical skills, independent thought, empathetic judgment, and mature values; and • applied learning, demonstrated by experience documented in a personal portfolio that may be shown to prospective employers. Liberal Arts Core includes all the requirements shown on page 50. This core ensures basic education in the humanities and in the social and physical sciences. Major Sequences are chosen from the following fields: Biology/Physical Sciences Business and related fields, such as Accounting, Management, Marketing, and others Communication Computer Information Systems Computer Science English Fine and Applied Arts Gender and Society Graphic Design History Humanities Mathematics Philosophy/Religious Studies/Theology Politics Psychology/Sociology/Criminal Justice The student must choose two fields and complete two sequences, or a total of 42 credits of coursework in these fields. A minimum of 15 credits is required in each field; a minimum of 6 credits in each field must be in courses numbered 300 or above. The student must complete a combined total of 18 credits in courses numbered 300 or above. Liberal Studies Triad requirements: LS 300 Liberal Studies Readings and Portfolio Development LS 400 Liberal Studies Internship LS 420 Senior Seminar Electives are needed beyond the above requirements to bring the student to a total of 120 credits for the bachelor’s degree. Liberal Studies with PK-3 Licensure (BA) The Liberal Studies program offers a special curriculum for the undergraduate student seeking PK-3 teaching licensure. In addition to the Liberal Arts Core, the 55-credit major consists of coursework in the humanities, language arts and literature, the social sciences, mathematics, and science. Additionally, the student completes 18 credits of professional studies courses plus student teaching. Students should consult their primary advisor in Liberal Studies for program requirements. A second advisor is also assigned by the School of Education and Human Services. See pages 78 and 79 for a complete description of the undergraduate teaching licensure programs and admission process. Students pursuing licensure in this manner complete all requirements necessary for Virginia licensure including field experiences and student teaching. At the end of four years, this program of studies allow students to complete a baccalaureate degree in Liberal Studies and also to be licensed to teach levels PK-3. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements: (55 credits) MA 127 Geometry; MA above 100; PSC (4 credits); GEO 201 Intro to Geography; COM 101, 204, or 301; CIS 101, COM 200, 203, or 309 (3 credits); EN 201-206 (3 credits); EN 351 Literature of Childhood and Adolescence; PSY 341 Individuals with Disabilities; PSY 311 Early Childhood Development; PSY 260 Learning and Cognition; ED 300 Reading, Writing, and Language; elective in HI, EN, PH, or FA (3 credits); LS 420 Senior Seminar; ED 460E Student Teaching; and one of the following: FA 201 Art History I, FA 202 Art History II, FA 121 Music History I, or FA 122 Music History II (3 credits) Professional Studies: (18 credits) ED 245E Exploring Teaching; ED 410 Teaching History and Social Science; ED 310 Reading and the Language Arts; ED 320 Assessing and Guiding Students in Early Childhood Settings; and ED 400 Teaching Math and Science. Many students who intend to continue in the Master of Education program choose Liberal Studies for their undergraduate major. They are advised to select concentrations from Biology/Physical Sciences, English, Fine and Applied Arts, History, Mathematics, Politics, or Psychology. Students in this category are authorized at the discretion of the program advisor to substitute undergraduate courses in Education for LS 400 Liberal Studies Internship, since these students must complete a student-teaching experience at the graduate level. MATHEMATICS (BS) Mathematics introduces students to mathematical abstraction and how it can be used to solve practical problems. Courses in Mathematics promote development of the basic mathematical foundations necessary to support study in all majors. Mathematics courses are designed to promote intuitive thought and provide experience with problem solving using technology. Students are given the opportunity to access difficult ideas through multiple modes of instruction. A major in Mathematics provides students a strong foundation for careers in secondary mathematics teaching, actuarial science, business and research, as well as for further studies in mathematics and other disciplines. Mathematics majors are strongly advised to consider a minor in Computer Science. They may also consider minors and electives in Accounting, Biology, Computer Science, Economics, Management, Physical Science, and Philosophy. For information on licensure for the teaching of mathematics in secondary school systems, students should consult with advisors in Mathematics and in the School of Education and Human Services.
A minimum grade of C- is required in any course that serves as
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Students who have successfully completed Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (50 credits): MA 150 Discrete Mathematics; MA 181-182 Calculus I & II; MA 221 Calculus III; MA 215 Linear Algebra; MA 225 Differential Equations; MA 228 Probability and Statistical Inference; MA 257 Introduction to Number Theory and Proof Techniques; MA 420 Abstract Algebra; MA 425 Real Analysis; one semester of either MA 390 Topics in Mathematics, MA/CS 391 Topics in Computational Mathematics, or MA 427 Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometries; MA 400 Internship; PSC 171-172 General Physics Iⅈ and 3 credits selected from Computer Science courses numbered 110 or higher. Electives: to total 120 credits. A minor in Mathematics requires the following courses:
MA 181-182 Calculus I & II; MA 221 Calculus III; MA 215 Linear Algebra;
and 3 additional courses (9 credits) chosen from Teaching Licensure in Secondary Mathematics Undergraduates seeking teaching licensure on the secondary level in Mathematics fulfill a modified curriculum for the Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics, as well as 18 credits of professional studies. The physical sciences and Computer Science course requirements are the same as they are for the bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. The Mathematics courses required are as follows: MA 150 Discrete Mathematics, MA 181-182 Calculus I & II, MA 221 Calculus III, MA 228 Probability and Statistical Inference, MA 225 Differential Equations, MA 215 Linear Algebra, MA 257 Introduction to Number Theory and Proof Techniques, MA 330 History of Mathematics, MA 420 Abstract Algebra, and MA 427 Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometries. Students should consult their primary advisor in Mathematics for program requirements. A second advisor is also provided by the School of Education and Human Services. See pages 78 and 79 for a complete description of the undergraduate teaching licensure program and admissions process. Students pursuing licensure in this manner complete all requirements necessary for Virginia licensure including field experience and student teaching. This program of studies allows students to complete a baccalaureate degree in Mathematics and also be licensed to teach secondary Mathematics at the end of four years. PHILOSOPHY (BA) Philosophy courses support the general education requirements of the University and are offered as elective options to all students. The study of philosophy promotes rational and critical thinking and provides a sense of our intellectual traditions, from the ancient, medieval, and modern periods. The curriculum includes introductory and advanced courses in logic, the history of philosophy, and philosophical and applied ethics; it also offers special problems courses in the philosophy of religion, the philosophy of science, and aesthetics. The Philosophy major aims to develop a critical and articulated understanding of basic beliefs and value judgments. Students of Philosophy become acquainted with the intellectual foundation of much of Western culture and find opportunity to compare it to the tenets of other cultures. They also learn to analyze problems through a variety of methods. Students majoring in Philosophy become qualified for careers in which a liberal arts degree is desirable. It is the recommended undergraduate major for students intending to pursue advanced studies in Philosophy, Religion, or Theology, or in many areas of professional study, such as law. Internships in a variety of human service agencies or congressional offices add to the practical dimension of the study. Entering students are expected to complete a course in logic, an introductory two-semester sequence in the history of philosophy, and an introductory course in ethics by the end of their second year. Students enrolling in courses numbered above 300 should have completed a prior course in philosophy or must obtain the consent of the instructor. The achievement of senior students is measured through a comprehensive examination, the requirements of the senior seminar, and an internship evaluation. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major requirements (39 credits): pH 101 Logic; pH 203-204 The Philosophers of the West I & II; pH 210 General Ethics; pH 345 Philosophy of Religion; 9 credits from pH 300 Symbolic Logic, pH 325 Ancient Philosophy, pH 326 Medieval Philosophy, pH 327 Modern Philosophy, pH 328 19th- and 20th-century Philosophy, pH 355 Existentialism, or pH 410 American Philosophy; 6 credits from pH 301 Ethics and Public Policy, pH 303 Ethics and the Computer, pH 305 Business Ethics, pH 360 Ethical Theory, or pH 430 Ethics Seminar; pH 400 Internship; and pH 422 Senior Seminar. Electives: to total 120 credits. A minor in Philosophy requires the following courses: pH 203-204 Philosophers of the West I & II, and 15 additional credits in Philosophy courses. PHYSICAL SCIENCE Courses in astronomy, chemistry, earth science, environmental science, and physics support the general education requirements in the sciences and the concentration requirements of the Biology major. Students may complete a minor in Natural Science by fulfilling the requirements prescribed below. Students interested in major programs in the sciences should refer to program requirements on page 52 under Environmental Science and Molecular and Cellular Biology; students interested in preprofessional science should consult the preprofessional science curriculum under Biology and consult with the preprofessional science advisor. A minor in Physical Science requires BIO 151-152 General Biology I & II; PSC 151-152 Principles of Chemistry I & II or PSC 171-172 General Physics I & II; and 12 elective credits from BIO or PSC courses numbered above 200. POLITICS (BA) Politics courses support the general education objectives of the University and the Politics major. The program presents a structured curriculum of courses in political theory, international relations, and the politics and governmental institutions of the United States and foreign countries. Resources for the study of politics in the Washington area are extraordinary, and students participate frequently in many history-making events that occur in this capital city. Students majoring in Politics are encouraged to consider a minor in Communications, Computer Science, Economics, English, History, Paralegal Studies, or Philosophy. Seniors are required to complete an internship in a government agency, a congressional office, or a corporate government affairs department, and to complete the senior seminar and a comprehensive examination. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major Requirements: (39 credits) POL 205 American Policy Process; POL 220 International Relations; POL 225 Comparative Government I; POL 210-211 Western Political Concepts I & II; POL 335 American Constitutional Law I; POL 400 Internship; POL 420 Senior Seminar; and additional Politics courses to total at least 39 credits. Three of the Politics elective courses must be at the 300 level or above. Electives: to total 120 credits. A minor in Politics requires the following courses: POL 204, 210 or 211, 220, and 12 additional credits in Politics courses. Students who major in Politics and achieve at graduation a grade point average of 3.5 in Politics courses (at least 8 of which must be completed at Marymount University) and who achieve superior performance in the senior thesis and comprehensive examination are eligible to graduate with honors in Politics. THEOLOGY AND Theology courses are central to the general education objectives of the University, and the curriculum offers introductory and advanced courses in systematic and moral theology, scripture studies, and church history. Courses that aim to introduce students to the complexity of the religious experience in human existence, the major tenets of world religions, or the role of religion in the development of a culture are described under the heading Religious Studies. The study of theology and religions guides a student in an examination of the historical and cultural expressions of man’s concept of the divine. As a Catholic university, Marymount aspires to offer courses that examine the richness of the Catholic faith and its theological heritage. The major in Theology aims to develop in students a critical understanding of basic religious beliefs and revealed truths. The approach to the discipline is critical and analytic and aims to acquaint students with the principal foundations of Christian theology; additional studies provide opportunities for students to compare tenets among the major world religions. First and second year students are expected to complete a semester course in the history of philosophy or philosophical ethics, a two-semester course in scripture studies, and an introductory systematic theology course. Senior students complete a senior seminar, a comprehensive examination, and an internship. Liberal Arts Core requirements: See page 50. Specific courses designated for the Liberal Arts Core by the majors are under review. Consult the major advisor for suggested and/or required course options with the Liberal Arts Core. Major Requirements: (39 credits) 3 credits from pH 203-204 Philosophers of the West I & II, or pH 210 General Ethics; TH 203 The Religion of the Old Testament; TH 204 The New Testament Gospels; TH 210 Christ in Christianity; TH 250 Faith in the Modern World: Catholic Perspectives; TH 329 Early and Medieval Christianity; TH 330 The Church in the Modern World; 6 credits from TH 240 The Foundations of Christian Morality; TH 347 Friendship, Marriage, and God: Catholic Perspectives; or TH 350 Catholic Social and Medical Morality; RST 211 Religions of the World; TH/RST 400 Internship; and TH/RST 422 Senior Seminar. Electives: to total 120 credits. A Theology minor requires the following courses: 6 credits from TH 203 The Religion of the Old Testament, TH 204 The New Testament Gospels, or TH 205 The New Testament Epistles; TH 240 The Foundations of Christian Morality; TH 250 Faith in the Modern World: Catholic Perspectives; and 9 elective credits from TH or RST courses. |
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