Program Overview
Weber State's Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) allows students to tailor their education to their career goals or graduate studies by combining three academic areas of study from across campus. The flexible program provides a personalized curriculum, culminating in a capstone project that integrates learning from all three areas. BIS graduates are well-prepared for success in various fields, with a strong foundation in multiple disciplines and exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
Weber State's Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS) degree allows students to create a personalized, interdisciplinary academic program tailored to their specific career goals or graduate studies. The program combines three academic areas of study from across campus to create a well-rounded curriculum customized to the student's interests.
Objectives:
- To provide students with the opportunity to create a personalized, interdisciplinary academic program that meets their specific career goals or graduate studies.
- To allow students to combine three academic areas of study from across campus to create a well-rounded curriculum that is customized to their interests.
- To prepare students for a variety of careers or graduate studies by providing them with a strong foundation in multiple disciplines.
Program Description:
The BIS program is designed to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of each individual student. Students work with their academic advisor to develop a personalized plan of study that includes coursework from three different academic areas. These areas of study can be from any of Weber State's seven academic colleges. In addition to coursework, BIS students are required to complete a capstone project. The capstone project is a major research paper or creative project that integrates the student's learning from their three areas of study. The capstone project is an opportunity for students to demonstrate their ability to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world problem or issue.
Outline:
Program Content:
The BIS program is designed to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of each individual student. Students work with their academic advisor to develop a personalized plan of study that includes coursework from three different academic areas. These areas of study can be from any of Weber State's seven academic colleges.
Program Structure:
The BIS program is a four-year, 120-credit hour program. The program is divided into two parts: the lower-division core and the upper-division major. The lower-division core consists of 45 credit hours of general education coursework. This coursework is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences. The upper-division major consists of 75 credit hours of coursework in the student's three chosen areas of study. This coursework is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their chosen career or graduate studies.
Course Schedule:
The BIS program is offered on a semester system. Students typically take 15-18 credit hours per semester. Instead, students work with their academic advisor to develop a personalized plan of study that includes coursework from three different academic areas. These areas of study can be from any of Weber State's seven academic colleges.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
Students in the BIS program are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Papers
- Projects
- Presentations
- Portfolios
Assessment Criteria:
Students in the BIS program are assessed on their:
- Knowledge of the subject matter
- Ability to apply their knowledge to real-world problems or issues
- Ability to communicate their ideas effectively
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The BIS program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Labs
- Fieldwork
Faculty:
The BIS program is taught by a team of experienced and dedicated faculty members. The faculty members are experts in their respective fields and are committed to providing students with a high-quality education.
Unique Approaches:
The BIS program is unique in its flexibility and adaptability. The program is designed to meet the needs of each individual student and allows students to create a personalized plan of study that meets their specific career goals or graduate studies.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
The BIS degree prepares students for a variety of careers in a variety of fields. Some of the potential career paths for BIS graduates include:
- Business
- Education
- Government
- Healthcare
- Law
- Nonprofit organizations
- Social work
Opportunities:
The BIS degree provides students with the opportunity to:
- Gain a strong foundation in multiple disciplines
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Improve their communication and interpersonal skills
- Prepare for a variety of careers or graduate studies
Outcomes:
BIS graduates are well-prepared for success in their chosen career or graduate studies. They have a strong foundation in multiple disciplines, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and communication and interpersonal skills. BIS graduates are also able to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world problems or issues.
