Colleges and Curricula
Academic Organization
Ohio University offers curricula in 276 undergraduate majors leading to bachelor'ss or associate's degrees through nine colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business, Communication, Education, Engineering and Technology, Fine Arts, Health and Human Services, Honors Tutorial, and University. Programs are also offered through the Center for International Studies, the Division of Lifelong Learning, and the College of Osteopathic Medicine. The Office of Graduate Student Services coordinates graduate study at Ohio University.Ohio University is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. In addition, numerous departments, schools, and colleges within the university hold individual accreditation as listed below. Additional information is available from the office of each college's dean.
The following list of colleges and areas includes degrees, accrediting agencies, and schools and departments.
College of Arts and Sciences
Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. Preprofessional curricula; preparation for teaching at the secondary level.
Accreditation
American Psychological Association
Council on Social Work Education
Departments
African American Studies
Biological Sciences
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Classics
Economics
English
Environmental and Plant Biology
Geography
Geological Sciences
History
Linguistics
Mathematics
Modern Languages
Ohio Program of Intensive English *
Philosophy
Physics and Astronomy
Political Science
Psychology
Social Work
Sociology and Anthropology
Women's Studies *
*not a degree program
College of Business
Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Business Administration degree.
Accreditation
AACSB -- The International Association of Management Education
Departments/Schools
Accountancy
Finance
Management Information Systems
Management Systems
Marketing
College of Communication
Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Communication, Bachelor of Science in Journalism, and Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication degrees.
Accreditation
Accrediting Council on Education for Journalism and Mass Communication
Schools
Communication Systems Management
Interpersonal Communication
Journalism
Telecommunications
Visual Communication
College of Education
Teacher training curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Education degree; supervision of student teaching and other field experiences in education.
Accreditation
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
Departments
Counseling and Higher Education
Educational Studies
Teacher Education
Russ College of Engineering and Technology
Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Aviation, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Industrial Technology, and Mechanical Engineering.
Accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
National Association of Industrial Technology
Departments/Schools
Aviation
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Industrial Technology
Mechanical Engineering
College of Fine Arts
Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Music degrees.
Accreditation
National Association of Schools of Dance
National Association of Schools of Music
National Association of Schools of Theater
Schools
Art
Comparative Arts
Dance
Film
Music
Theater
College of Health and Human Services
Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, Environmental Health, Health, Hearing and Speech Sciences, Human and Consumer Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Nursing, Physical Education, Recreation Studies, and Sport Sciences; entry-level graduate curriculum leading to the Master of Physical Therapy.
Accreditation
Accreditation Board for Engineering & Technology
American Dietetic Association
American Association for Family and Consumer Science
Commission on Accreditation for Physical Therapy Education
Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education
Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Foundation for Interior Design, Education, and Research
National Association of Boards of Examiners for Nursing Home Administrators
National Environmental Health Science and Protection Accrediting Council
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
Schools
Health Sciences
Hearing and Speech Sciences
Human and Consumer Sciences
Nursing
Physical Therapy
Recreation and Sport Sciences
Honors Tutorial College
A degree college with 25 specialized majors, many of which can be completed in three years. Selected undergraduates take tutorials in their majors, courses as required by academic departments, and electives as desired. If you are admitted to a tutorial program, you are exempt from General Education Requirements, except English composition. Depending upon your major, you may be required to undertake an advanced creative or thesis project. A high percentage of the students in this college enter graduate or professional school. You may request consideration for admission to the Honors Tutorial College and must indicate a major at the time of application.
University College
College for students who have not decided on a major. Two-year programs leading to the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Associate in Applied Business, and Associate in Individualized Studies degrees. Four-year programs leading to the Bachelor of Specialized Studies and Bachelor of Criminal Justice degrees. Two and four-year Reserve Officers' Training Corps programs leading to commissions in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force.
Office of Graduate Student Services
Programs leading to the Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Fine Arts, Master of Health Administration, Master of Physical Therapy, Master of Public Administration, Master of Science, Master of Social Work, Master of Sports Administration, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. (See the Graduate Catalog for specific programs and majors.)
Center for International Studies
Jointly administers a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies with the College of Arts and Sciences. For nonmajors, the center offers a certificates in:
African
Asian
European
Latin American studies.
Division of Lifelong Learning
Provides educational opportunities beyond the regular channels of the university by using the resources of the university in nontraditional ways.College of Osteopathic Medicine
Offers a four-year medical education program leading to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (see separate catalog) and postdoctoral programs in family practice, general surgery, orthopedics, pediatrics, and obstetrics and gynecology. Accredited by the American Osteopathic Association.
Regional Campuses
Chillicothe
Eastern (St. Clairsville)
Lancaster
Southern (Ironton)
Zanesville
Major Codes
The following is a listing of undergraduate major codes arranged by the college in which each major is offered. Some programs and majors are offered through more than one college, and not all majors are open to incoming freshmen. For specific information on a particular program, see the appropriate college section of the catalog.
Major Code Prefixes
The two-letter prefix of each major code indicates the type of degree awarded in that major. In some cases, it indicates that an additional application process is required for admission to the major.
AA Associate in Arts AAS Associate in Applied Science AS Associate in Science BA Bachelor of Arts BB Bachelor of Business Administration BC Bachelor of Science in Communication BF Bachelor of Fine Arts BJ Bachelor of Science in Journalism BM Bachelor of Music BS Bachelor of Science ND Nondegree program SA Separate application required
College of Arts and Sciences
Some of the majors in this college have two major codes. In general, with these majors you have the option of choosing eithera degree program that is more hard sciences oriented (BS) or one that is more liberal arts/humanities oriented (BA). Details on curricular differences can be found in the College of Arts and Sciences section under the specific program listings. You may want to consult with an admissions officer or a college representative about which option is more suitable for you.BA4903 African American Studies BA4252 Anthropology BS2121 Biological SciencesBS2520 Cellular and Molecular Biology BS2123 Clinical Laboratory Science BS2509 Environmental Biology BS2514 Marine Biology BS0411 Microbiology BS2125 Neurobiology BS2501 Predentistry BS2516 Pre-Exercise Physiology BS2502 Premedicine BS2505 Pre-Optometry S2507 Pre-Physical Therapy BS2508 Pre-Veterinary Medicine BS2515 Wildlife Biology Chemistry and BiochemistryBS3311, BA3311 Chemistry BS3316 Biochemistry BS3315, BA3315 Environmental Chemistry BS3310 Forensic Chemistry BS3312, BA3312 Predentistry ND3313 Prepharmacy BS3314, BA3314 Premedicine ClassicsBA5214 Classical Civilization BA5212 Greek BA5213 Greek and Latin BA5211 Latin BS0701, BA0701 Computer Science BA4221 EconomicsBA4223 Pre-Foreign Service BA4222 Prelaw BA5231 EnglishBA5232 Creative Writing BA5234 Prelaw BA5233 Pretheology Environmental and Plant BiologyBS2118 Cell Biology and Biotechnology BS2113 Environmental Biology BS2115 Field Biology BS2111, BA2111 Plant Biology Environmental Studies(see Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Environmental and Plant Biology, Geography, and Geological Sciences) BS4231, BA4231 GeographyBS4236, BA4236 Cartography BS4232 Environmental BS4237 Environmental Prelaw BS4235 Geographic Information Systems Analyst BS4233 Premeteorology BS4234, BA4234 Urban Planning BS3321, BA3321 Geological SciencesBS3323 Environmental BS3322 Water Resources BA4211 HistoryBA4212 Pre-Foreign Service BA4214 Prelaw BA4213 Pretheology International StudiesBA4405 Africa BA4406 Asia BA4407 Europe BA4408 Latin America BA5290 Linguistics BS3101, BA3101 MathematicsBS3105, BA3105 Actuarial Sciences BS3103 Applied BS3104, BA3104 Premeteorology BS3102, BA3102 Prep. For Advanced Training Modern LanguagesBA5221 French BA5222 German BA5224 Russian BA5225 Spanish BA5241 PhilosophyBA5244 Prelaw BA5242 Pretheology BS3331, BA3331 PhysicsBS3332 Applied Physics BS3335 Pre-Astronomy BS3336 Premeteorology BS3334 Prep. for Advanced Training BA4201 Political ScienceBA4202 Pre-Foreign Service BA4203 Prelaw BA4200 Public Policy and Administration BA4101 PsychologyBA4105 Pre-Physical Therapy BA6601 Social Work 2 ND6603 Pre-Social Work 1 BA4251 SociologyBA4253 Criminology BA4254 Prelaw BA5131 Theater ND0410 Undecided
- This preprofessional program does not fulfill any degree but is intended as preparation for admission into a professional school or program.
- Not open to freshmen; you must complete the Pre-Social Work Program before you can become a social work major.
College of Business
BB6121 Accounting BB6124 Business Economics BB6133 Business Entrepreneurship BB6120 Business Prelaw BB6125 Finance BB6122 General Business BB6130 Human Resource Management BB6132 International Business BB6126 Management BB6137 Management Information Systems BB6127 Marketing ND0610 Undecided
College of Communication
BC5329 Communication Systems Management(Voice/data/image communication network and services. Electives in data communication, voice communication systems, international communication, regulatory policy) Interpersonal CommunicationBC5339 Communication in Human Services BC5341 Legal Communication BC5342 Organizational Communication BC5343 Political Communication JournalismBJ6932 Advertising Management BJ6936 Broadcast News BJ6933 Magazine Journalism BJ6934 News Writing and Editing BJ6935 Public Relations TelecommunicationsBC5336 Audio Production BC5312 Management BC5311 Media Studies BC5313 Video Production Visual CommunicationBS6924 Informational Graphics/Publication Design BS6923 Interactive Multimedia BS6922 Photojournalism BS6925 Photo Illustration
College of Education
Early Childhood EducationBS6854 Early Childhood Education Middle Childhood EducationBS6302 Language Arts BS6303 Mathematics BS6304 Science BS6305 Social Studies Adolescent-Young Adult ProgramsBS6314 Biology/Life Science BS6315 Earth/Space Science BS6306 Integrated Language Arts BS6307 Integrated Math BS6309 Integrated Science BS6308 Integrated Social Studies BS6310 Physica Science Pre-K through 12 ProgramsBS6201 Art Education 1 BS6232 French BS6235 Spanish BS6233 German BS6342 Choral Music 1 BS6341 Instrumental Music 1 BS6312 Physical Education 2 BS6316 Special Education-Intervention Specialist Mild-Moderate Educational Needs BS6317 Special Education-Intervention Specialist Moderate-Intensive Educational Needs ND0810 Undecided
- Offered in both the College of Education and the College of Fine Arts. These majors typically enroll in the College of Fine Arts. You may receive teacher licensure regardless of the college in which you enroll.
- Offered in both the College of Education and the College of Health and Human Services. You may receive teacher licensure regardless of the college in which you enroll.
Russ College of Engineering and Technology
AviationBS7261 Aviation Management BS7258 Flight BS7251 Chemical Engineering(technical electives in environmental engineering, materials science and processing, and biochemical engineering) BS7252 Civil Engineering(technical electives in environmental engineering, geo-technical engineering, and structural mechanics and design) BS7260 Computer Science(areas of specialization in artificial intelligence, computer networking, computer science theory, database systems, operating systems, parallel processing/compilers, and software engineering) BS7253 Electrical Engineering(technical electives in avionics, circuit design, communication, computers, control systems, electromagnetics, electronics and instrumentation, energy sources and systems, and power transmission and distribution) BS7254 Electrical Engineering computer engineering track BS7255 Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering(technical electives in manufacturing systems, manufacturing information systems, quality systems, operations research, and human factors) BS7256 Industrial Technology(interest areas include materials and processes or manufacturing information technology, also includes minor in business) BS7257 Mechanical Engineering(technical electives in energy, thermal systems, CAD/CAM, materials processing, vehicle dynamics, robotics, manufacturing, and machine design) ND0910 Undecided
College of Fine Arts
ND5153 General Art BF5122 Art Education 1 BF5123 Art History 1 BF5127 Ceramics 1 BF6321 Graphic Design 1 BF5124 Painting 1 BF5143 Photography 1 BF5128 Printmaking 1 BF5126 Sculpture 1 BF5151 Dance MusicBM5105 Music Composition BM5106 Music Education - Choral BM5107 Music Education - Instrumental BM5114 Music History and Literature BM5116 Music Theory BM5115 Music Therapy BM5119 Music Therapy/Education BM5103 Orchestral Instruments BM5102 Organ Performance ND5117 Pre-Music BM5104 Piano Pedagogy BM5100 Piano Performance BM5101 Voice Performance TheaterBF5137 General Theater BF5164 Directing 1 BF5166 Dramaturgy 1 BF5167 Management BF5161 Performance 1 BF5165 Playwriting 1 BF5162 Production Design and Technology 1 ND1010 Undecided ND9917 Nondegree
College of Health and Human Services
Health SciencesBS8105 Community Health Services BS6260 Environmental Health Science BS8119 Health Services Administration BS3309 Industrial Hygiene BS6836 Long-Term Health Care Administration BS5305 Hearing and Speech Sciences Human and Consumer SciencesBS6360 Dietetics BS6355 Early Childhood Education 1 BS6370 Family and Consumer Sciences Education 3 BS6351 Family Studies BS6361 Food Service Management 2 BS6383 Interior Design BS6363 Nutrition with Science BS6380 Retail Merchandising NursingBS1203 Baccalaureate Nursing 3 ND1204 School Nurse 3 Physical Therapy 4 Recreation and Sport SciencesSA8117 Athletic Training/Exercise Physiology 5 BS8106 Physical Education 1 Recreation Studies BS8113 Adventure Recreation BS8128 Campus Recreation BS8108 Outdoor Education and Camping BS8109 Recreation Management BS8110 Recreation - Special Interests BS8104 Therapeutic Recreation Sport Science BS8122 Exercise Physiology BS8114 General/Undecided BS8123 Sport Industry ND0210 Undecided
- Offered in both the College of Health and Human Services and the College of Education. Apply initially to the College of Health and Human Services. You may receive teacher licensure regardless of the college in which you enroll.
- Major offered on Athens and each of the regional campuses. Contact the regional campus you are interested in for admission application information.
- Not open to freshmen - available only to registered nurses.
- Not open to freshmen - selective admission master's program. Enter through a preparatory program such as Biological Sciences Pre-Physical Therapy or Psychology Pre-Physical Therapy in the College of Arts and Sciences, or Sport Sciences - Exercise Physiology in the College of Health and Human Services. You must apply for the master's program through the School of Physical Therapy.
- Selective admission program. You must submit a separate application and additional credentials in addition to applying to the university. Consult the program listing for details.
Honors Tutorial College
Some of the majors listed below have two major codes, of which you will select one. In general, the second option (BA) provides a curriculum that is more liberal arts oriented. You may want to consult with an admissions officer or a college representative regarding which option is more suitable for you.
BS1931 Astrophysics BS1902 Biological Sciences BB1926 Business BS1904 Chemistry BS1929 Computer Science BF1906 Dance BS1925 Engineering Physics BA1916 English BS1901 Environmental and Plant Biology BF1924 Film BA1914 French BS1911, BA1911 Geography BS1919 Hearing and Speech Sciences BA1909 History BC1918 Interpersonal Communication BJ1923 Journalism BS1903 Mathematics BA1917 Philosophy BS1905 Physics BA1908 Political Science BA1930 Social Work BA1912 Sociology/Sociology Criminology BA1915 Spanish BC1920 Telecommunications BF1913, BA1913 Theater
University College
Associate in Applied ScienceAA7250 Aviation Technology AA1106 Child Development Associate in ArtsAA1101 Arts and Humanities Emphasis AA1110 Social Sciences Emphasis SA5508 Associate in Individualized Studies 1 AS1104 Associate in Science SA2209 Bachelor of Criminal Justice 2 SA1112 Bachelor of Specialized Studies 3 ND1201 Undecided
Regional Campuses
The following University College associate's degrees are available on all regional campuses:
Associate in ArtsAA1101 Arts and Humanities Emphasis
AA1110 Social Sciences Emphasis AS1104 Associate in Science
Chillicothe Campus
SA5508 Associate in Individualized Studies 1 AA5006 Business Management Technology AA5003 Deaf Studies and Interpreting AA5018 Environmental Engineering Technology AA5004 Hazardous Materials Technology AA5201 Human Services Technology AA5505 Law Enforcement Technology SA2341 Nursing, RN AA5014 Office Technology AA5506 Security/Safety Technology
Lancaster Campus
SA5508 Associate in Individualized Studies 1 AA5002 Accounting Technology AA5006 Business Management Technology AA1106 Child Development AA5010 Computer Science Technology AA5318 Electronics Technology AA5020 Industrial Maintenance Technology AA5021 Materials Management Technology AA5019 Medical Assisting Technology
Southern Campus
AA5002 Accounting Technology AA5006 Business Management Technology AA1106 Child Development AA5013 Electronic Media AA5318 Electronics Technology AA5017 Equine Studies AA5201 Human Services Technology AA5505 Law Enforcement Technology AA5014 Office Technology AA5016 Travel and Tourism
Zanesville Campus
SA5508 Associate in Individualized Studies 1 AA5013 Electronic Media SA2341 Nursing, RN
- Separate application required.
- Requires an associate's degree in an area related to criminal justice for admission. Not open to first-year students.
- Separate application required. Not open to first-year students.
Minor Codes
In general, all academic minors are open to any student pursuing a baccalaureate program at the university. Detailed information for each minor is listed in the catalog section of the college through which the minor is offered; check the index for the specific location.
OR4903 African American Studies OR4252 Anthropology ORARTM Art ORASTR Astronomy OR6360 Basic and Applied Nutrition OR2121 Biological Sciences ORBSAD Business OR3311 Chemistry OR5214 Classical Civilization ORCART Comparative Arts OR0701 Computer Science OR5151 Dance OR4221 Economics OR5231 English ORFILM Film OR5221 French OR4231 Geography OR3321 Geological Sciences OR5222 German OR5212 Greek OR4211 History ORINCO Interpersonal Communication OR5211 Latin OR5290 Linguistics OR3101 Mathematics OR0411 Microbiology ORMUSI Music OR5241 Philosophy OR3331 Physics OR2111 Plant Biology OR4201 Political Science OR4101 Psychology OR8109 Recreation OR6380 Retail Merchandising OR5224 Russian OR6602 Social Services OR4251 Sociology OR5225 Spanish ORTCOM Telecommunications ORTHAR Theater
Certificate Programs
The certificate programs listed on this page are open to all students pursuing baccalaureate programs at the university, regardless of college or major. The equivalent of minors, these interdisciplinary programs can complement your major, broaden your career possibilities, or allow you to study an area of interest from a variety of perspectives. You will be awarded the certificate and receive official recognition on your transcript when you graduate. Please note that these certificate programs are not related to teaching or other professional certification conferred by outside agencies.
Environmental Studies
The field of environmental studies encompasses the complex interactions among humans, other organisms, and the biophysical environment. The Environmental Studies Certificate Program is offered by the College of Arts and Sciences for students who want to gain knowledge and understanding about the interdisciplinary field of environmental studies.
You can earn a certificate in environmental studies by completing 32-35 hours that include required introductory and ecology courses and approved selections from the areas of quantitative skills, natural sciences, and social sciences. Many certificate courses satisfy both Tier and Arts and Sciences requirements. Further, courses taken as part of an Arts and Sciences major will also count toward fulfilling the certificate.
For additional information and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the Arts and Sciences section.
Gerontology
The College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Health and Human Services, through its Institute for the College of Health and Human Services, jointly sponsor the undergraduate Gerontology Certificate Program for students who want to gain knowledge and skills for a career that involves working with the elderly. You can earn the certificate by completing at least 28 credit hours of selected coursework, including an approved practicum, field experience, or internship.
For additional information and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the Health and Human Services section.
Global Learning Community
The Global Learning Community (GLC) is an innovative, two-year program that prepares students for leadership opportunities in a rapidly changing world. Open to all majors, the GLC brings together the resources of the colleges of Communication, Arts and Sciences, and Business in an inter-disciplinary, 30 quarter-hour program on global issues, with a strong emphasis on real-world projects and problem-solving skills.GLC courses are not traditional classes with lectures, tests, and papers. Instead, students work in project teams on global problems and issues. Students enter the GLC in fall quarter of their sophomore or second year, and spend that year in residence in Bromley Hall, a private residence hall near campus. The junior year is non-residential. Each GLC student completes at least two international and cross-cultural projects.
For additional information, see the complete program description in the College of Communication section or visit the GLC web site at https://www.commcoll.ohiou.edu/glc .
International Studies
The Center for International Studies offers certificates in African, Asian, European, and Latin American studies for students who wish to add an international dimension to their program without majoring in international studies, as well as to those interested in international careers or planning graduate work in area studies.Earning the certificate involves completing six to eight approved courses relating to the area of study - including language courses, in some cases - with a g.p.a. of 2.5 in all courses taken toward the certificate.
For additional information, see the complete program description in the Arts and Sciences section.
Political Communication
The College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Communication jointly sponsor a certificate in political communication for students who wish to supplement their major with an inquiry into the area of political communication. Political communication encompasses the interactions of political figures, political interests, the press, and the public in their efforts to persuade and influence political outcomes.
To receive a certificate in political communication, you must complete two introductory courses and an additional 22 quarter hours of approved coursework.
For additional information and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the Arts and Sciences section.
Women's Studies
Students in any major can earn the Women's Studies Certificate by completing three required Women's Studies courses and an additional 18 quarter hours of approved coursework.
For additional information and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the Arts and Sciences section.
University Advancement and Computer Services revised this file (https://www.ohio.edu/catalog/00-01/colleges/colcur.htm) on November 28, 2000.
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