Student-Designed Major | Bachelor of Arts Degree

Program Overview

Clark University's Student-Designed Major empowers students to create personalized interdisciplinary programs of study. Guided by faculty advisors, students integrate courses from multiple departments, developing a unique and rigorous curriculum tailored to their interests and career aspirations. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse careers and have pursued advanced degrees at top institutions.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Student-Designed Major at Clark University allows students to create their own personalized and rigorous interdisciplinary course of study that meets Clark's academic standards.
• Objectives:
• Explore educational and career interests by creating a relevant and personalized course of study.
• Benefit from the interdisciplinary interests of faculty who can advise and collaborate on research projects.
• Graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the chosen field.
• Description: The program provides flexibility to combine several disciplines into an integrated program of study.
Students work with faculty advisors to determine the shape and direction of their academic journey. The guidelines for the student-designed major are stringent and require a thorough conceptualization of the major. Students put together a committee of at least three faculty members from different areas to determine their course of study.

Outline:

• Content: The student-designed major crosses divisions of study by integrating courses from several departments.
Coursework creatively cuts across existing majors, drawing on the faculty's wide range of expertise. Nearly any course can count toward a student-designed major, as long as the committee approves it.
• Structure: Students work with their faculty committee to determine the course of study.
The program is highly flexible, and there is no single formula for the development of a student-designed major.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the student-designed major are prepared for a wide range of careers in various fields, depending on the specific courses and disciplines included in their major.
• Opportunities: Graduates have gone on to work for organizations such as Educational administratorAttorneyFilm directorInvestment specialistJudgeNonprofit founder
• Outcomes: Graduates are prepared for a long, productive career and life of consequence.
They have attended some of the best graduate schools in the world.