Interdisciplinary Studies
Major
Bushnell University offers an Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) program in which students are provided with a customizable degree program. The IDS major is ideal if you have wide-ranging interests in several academic areas.
Students will work with a faculty advisor who assists in constructing a program of coursework that will meet their academic goals. This program gives you the opportunity to pursue topics of study tailored to meet your individual interests and needs. Additionally, students are offered an environment where a Christian and liberal arts foundation ensures that your personal course of study is integrated with your faith and ethics.
Contact
James Berry, M.A.
Program Director
541-684-7311
jberry@bushnell.edu
Why Choose Interdisciplinary Studies at Bushnell?
The Interdisciplinary Studies major offers students the ability to explore different disciplines, with degrees being offered as either a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science and will be determined by the majority of the three selected disciplines. This program is ideal for those students who have wide-ranging interests in several academic areas.
Program Objectives
Graduates of this program will:
- Demonstrate holistic and creative thinking from a Christian worldview
- Acquire a basic knowledge and understanding of each academic area that comprises the major
- Read and think critically, write and speak clearly and persuasively, and conduct research effectively
- Build the foundation to prepare for desired vocations or selected graduate programs
- Pursue the goal of transformative leadership in their lives
Required Courses
Major Prerequisites
– One year of college-level proficiency in a non-native language as required by BA
Major Requirements
– Area 1: Must include 8 upper division credits
– Area 2: Must include 8 upper division credits
– Area 3: Must include 8 upper division credits
– Internship
– Senior Capstone
Beacon Points of Pride
- 100% of traditional undergraduates students graduate with at least 135 hours of field experience
- 190 company and school internship and field experience partners
- The National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) reported a 100-percent pass rate for Bushnell students on the national exams (NCE & NCMHE) over the last year. Bushnell students score on average higher than the national averages on 12 of the 14 exam areas
- According to EDsmart.org, a nationally recognized publisher of college resources and rankings, Bushnell University is ranked 2nd in the state of Oregon among fully accredited universities and colleges
Career Opportunities
Careers with a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies include:
- Family and Community Services
- Insurance
- Management & Administration
- Small Business Owner
- Education and Training
- Governance
- Market Research and Merchandizing
- Counselor
- Broadcasting and Communication Arts
- Admissions Counselor
- Public Relations
- Human Resources
- Finanical Advisor
- Administrative Systems and Support
Internship Sites
- Bushnell University
- Law offices
- Local government
- Libraries
- Schools
Life After Graduation
Some of our graduates have been hired by the following organizations:
- Kizer and Son, Inc
- Eugene Christian School
- Admissions in Christian Higher Education
- Dicks Sporting Goods
- Grayhawk Golf Club
- Freelance Photography
- Beverage Company Graphic Designer
- International Teacher
Program Overview
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James Berry, M.A. Program Director
“Interdisciplinary Studies is an exciting approach to undergraduate education that allows students to explore what interests them in a variety of ways.
The program prepares students to engage personally and professionally with unique integrations of multiple traditional disciplines which together create novel and needed preparation for tomorrow’s life and careers.”