Liberal Studies
Liberal Studies
A Liberal Studies Bachelor of Arts degree prepares students for a career or graduate education while providing personal enrichment. Students are exposed to a broad-based curriculum.
Why Study Liberal Studies?
Students who major in liberal studies develop transferable skills that are valued by employers. These skills include effective writing, oral communication, critical thinking, problem-solving and the ability to research and analyze information.
Why You Should Choose Manor
Students are exposed to a broad-based liberal arts curriculum and take coursework in several subject areas in the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences to create a multidisciplinary degree with a concentration that meets their individual, educational, vocational, or personal interests and goals. Manor College’s small class sizes and personalized advising ensure students receive the focus and attention needed to succeed both inside and outside of the classroom.
What to Expect from the Curriculum
The Liberal Studies Program includes an admixture of General Education Courses (43 or 44 credits) and Electives (78 credits). The Liberal Studies Curriculum allows the student to design their own path to completion. With the help of their Academic Advisor, the student will be able to take 78 additional credits from multiple disciplines. The student must take 30 credits from 300/400 level courses.
Career Opportunities
A Liberal Studies Degree opens the possibility for a wide range of careers. In today’s information driven economy, employers are looking for interdisciplinary thinkers with broad knowledge of the world, rather than a narrow focus and expertise in a single discipline.
Graduates can pursue careers in:
- Education
- Business
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Journalism
- Government
- Social Services
Liberal Studies Graduates often find roles in areas that require strong communication and analytical skills.
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