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The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2019-2020 Catalog 
    
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

General Studies, B.I.S.


The Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in General Studies is intended for those interested in obtaining a relevant and practical degree that provides advancement opportunities in their current employment, lifelong learning opportunities, and preparations for those who are starting or interested in changing their professional careers. The flexible degree serves students with broad vision, who are sensitive to values, and who recognize the complexity of social problems. Grounded in the liberal arts, the program’s major requirements include two options for completion designed to enhance students’ interests and professional goals.

The program of study for the BIS in General Studies consists of three components: General Education Requirements (44 hrs.); Major Requirements (36 hrs.) selected from Option I or Option II; and Electives* (40 hrs.).

General Education: 44 Sem. Hrs.


See General Education Program  for available options in each category.

Core Requirements: 36 Sem. Hrs.


Option I:  Select 6 classes from each of two different DIVISIONS (see below)

Option II: Select 4 classes from each of three different DIVISIONS (see below)

Either option must include a minimum of 15 hours of credit in courses at the 3000 or 4000 level.

SOCIAL SCIENCES DIVISION


Electives*: 40 Sem. Hrs.


*Students entering the BIS Program with an Associate of Applied Science or Associate of Applied Arts degree from a regionally-accredited two-year institution may receive up to 30 hours of transfer credit towards Electives upon verification of such degree.

Total: 120 Sem. Hrs.