Ohio University offers curricula in 276 undergraduate majors leading to bachelor's 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.
The following list of colleges and areas includes degrees, accrediting agencies, and schools and departments.
Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees; preprofessional curricula; and 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 ( * )
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
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
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
Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Aviation, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Industrial and Manufacturing 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
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
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 Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, an Dance
American Association for Family and Consumer Science
Commission on Accreditation for Physical Therapy Education
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education
Commission on Collegiate Nursing 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 Association for the Education of Young Children
National Environmental Health Science and Protection Accrediting Council
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
National Recreation and Park Association/American Association for Leisure and Recreation
Schools
Health Sciences
Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences
Human and Consumer Sciences
Nursing
Physical Therapy
Recreation and Sport Sciences
A degree college with 26 specialized majors, some 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.
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, 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.
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, Doctor of Education, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Certificate programs are also offered in the areas of Conservation Biiology*, Contemporary History*, Gerontology, Health Policy, Music Performance, and Women's Studies*(See the Graduate Catalog for specific programs and majors.)
*participants in these certificate programs must be concurrently admitted to a graduate degree program as a degree-seeking student.
Jointly administers a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies with the College of Arts and Sciences. For non-majors, the Center offers a certificates in:
Asian Studies
European Studies
Latin American studies.
Provides educational opportunities beyond the regular channels of the University by using the resources of the University in nontraditional ways.
Both credit and noncredit programs are available to students on campus, as well as at a distance.
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.
Chillicothe
Eastern (St. Clairsville)
Lancaster
Southern (Ironton)
Zanesville
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
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 BS2507 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 BS4238 Meteorology BS4234, BA4234 Urban Planning BS3321, BA3321 Geological SciencesBS3323 Environmental BS3322 Water Resources BA4211 HistoryBA4212 Pre-Foreign Service BA4214 Prelaw BA4213 Pretheology International Studies* pre-major statusBA4405 Africa BA4406 Asia BA4407 Europe BA4408 Latin America BA5290 Linguistics BS3101, BA3101 MathematicsBS3105, BA3105 Actuarial Sciences BS3103 Applied BS3104, BA3104 Meteorology 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 BS3338 Meteorology 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 1 ND6603 Pre-Social Work * BA4251 SociologyBA4253 Criminology BA4254 Prelaw BA5131 Theater ND0410 Undecided
* Some restricitons apply. See Undecided under College of Arts and Sciences.
BB6121 Accounting BB6124 Business Economics 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
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 BC5352 Audio-Media Production BC5353 Audio-Music Production BC5354 Audio-Post Production BC5312 Management BC5311 Media Studies BC5348 Media Studies-Society BC5349 Media Studies-International BC5350 Media Studies-Technologies BC5351 Media Studies-Individualized BC5355 Media Studies-Politics BC5313 Video Production Visual CommunicationBS6924 Informational Graphics/Publication Design BS6923 Interactive Multimedia BS6922 Photojournalism BS6925 Commercial Photography
Early Childhood EducationBS6854 Early Childhood Education 2 Middle Childhood EducationBS6175 Mathematics and Social Studies BS6176 Science and Social Studies BS6177 Mathematics and Science BS6178 Language Arts and Social Studies BS6179 Language Arts and Science BS6180 Language Arts and Mathematics Adolescent to Young Adult ProgramsBS6314 Life Science BS6315 Earth Science BS6306 Integrated Language Arts BS6307 Integrated Mathematics BS6309 Integrated Science BS6308 Integrated Social Studies BS6310 Physical Science Multi-age ProgramsBS6201 Visual Arts 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 Secial Education-Intervention Specialist Moderate-Intensive Educational Needs ND0810 Undecided*
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, pavements, surveying, structural mechanics and design, transporation and water resources) 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:(electrical engineering track (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, and operations research) BS7256 Industrial Technology(focus 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
ArtND5153 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 MusicND5117 Pre-music BM5105 Music Composition BM5106 Music Education - Choral BM5107 Music Education - Instrumental BM5114 Music History and Literature BM5116 Music Theory BM5115 Music Therapy BM5103 Orchestral Instruments BM5102 Organ Performance BM5104 Piano Pedagogy BM5100 Piano Performance BM5101 Voice Performance TheaterBF5137 General Theater BF5164 Directing 2 BF5166 Dramaturgy 2 BF5167 Management BF5161 Performance 2 BF5165 Playwriting 2 BF5162 Production Design and Technology 2 ND1010 Undecided ND9917 Nondegree
Health SciencesBS8105 Community Health Services BS6260 Environmental Health Science BS8119 Health Services Administration BS3309 Industrial Hygiene BS6836 Long-Term Health Care Administration BS5305 Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences Human and Consumer SciencesAA1106 Child Development BS6360 Dietetics BS6355 Early Childhood Education 1 BS6370 Family and Consumer Sciences Education 1 BS6351 Family Studies BS6361 Food Service Management 2 BS6383 Interior Architectural BS6363 Nutrition with Science BS6380 Retail Merchandising NursingBS1203 Baccalaureate Nursing 3 ND1204 School Nurse 3 Physical Therapy 4 Recreation and Sport SciencesND8142 Pre-Athletic Training 5 BS8106 Physical Education 1 Recreation Studies BS8113 Adventure Recreation BS8128 Campus Recreation BS8108 Outdoor Education and Camping BS8109 Recreation Management BS8104 Therapeutic Recreation Sport Science BS8122 Exercise Physiology BS8123 Sport Industry ND0210 Undecided
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 BS1932 Classics 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
Associate in Applied ScienceAA7250 Aviation Technology Associate in ArtsAA1101 Arts and Humanities Emphasis AA1110 Social Sciences Emphasis AI5508 Associate in Individualized Studies 1 AS1104 Associate in Science BC2209 Bachelor of Criminal Justice 2 BS1112 Bachelor of Specialized Studies 3 ND1201 Undecided
The following associate's degrees are available on all regional campuses:
Associate in ArtsAA1101 Arts and Humanities Emphasis AA1110 Social Sciences Emphasis AS1104 Associate in Science AI5508 Associate in Individualized Studies 1
AA5006 Business Management Technology AA1106 Child Development AA5010 Computer Science 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
AA5002 Accounting Technology AA5006 Business Management Technology AA1106 Child Development AA5010 Computer Science Technology AA5013 Electronic Media AA5020 Industrial Maintenance Technology AA5505 Law Inforcement Technology AA5021 Materials Management Technology AA5019 Medical Assisting Technology
AA5002 Accounting Technology AA5006 Business Management Technology AA5010 Computer Science Technology AA5013 Electronic Media AA5017 Equine Studies AA5201 Human Services Technology AA5505 Law Enforcement Technology AA5014 Office Technology AA5016 Travel and Tourism
AA5013 Electronic Media SA2341 Nursing, RN
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 OR8121 Coaching ORCART Comparative Arts OR5151 Dance OR4221 Economics OR5231 English OR6260 Environmental Health Sciences ORFILM Film OR5221 French OR4231 Geography OR3321 Geological Sciences OR5222 German OR5212 Greek OR5305 Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences OR4211 History ORINCO Interpersonal Communication OR5211 Latin OR5290 Linguistics OR3101 Mathematics 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
The East Asian Studies Certificate provides students with an appreciationof China, Japan, and Korea and the role this vital region plays in the changing world politics. To ensure a broad understanding of East Asia, the interdisciplinary approach to meeting requirements includes courses in art, business, film, geography, history, journalism, linguistics, political sciences, sociology, and languages. With the increasing expansion of American businesses to East Asian nations and East Asian-based businesses to the United States, a sound knowledge about East Asia may enhance your undergraduate degreeand lead to career or graduate school opportunities.
You can earn the East Asian Studies Certificate by completing the beginning and intermediate levels (or higher, with demonstrated ability)of an East Asian language, an introductory and a capstone course, and at least 6 additional courses from a wide array of academic disciplines offered by the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Fine Arts, Business, and Communication.
For additional information and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the College of Arts and Sciences section.
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.
The College of Health and Human Services, through its Institute for the College of Health and Human Services, and the College of Arts and Sciences, 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.
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 "University-Wide Academic Opportunities" section or visit the GLC web site at https://www.ohio.edu/glc .
Earning the certificate involves completing seven to nine approved courses relating to the area of study - including language courses, in some cases - with an overall 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.
The aim of the Italian Studies Certificate is to provide students with the opportunity to enter into the study of the rich and varied culture of Italy through an interdisciplianry and complementary approach. Courses offered by the College of Arts and Sciences and Fine Arts include the core study of the Italian language, both written and spoken, along with 24 credit hours from courses in art history, Italian literature, history, classical archeology, film, and classics. The result is a knowledge base that provides both depth and scope, a true enhancement to any undergraduate degree program. Because some courses are taught in Italy, you are encouraged to bolster your experience even more b participating in the joint modern languages/classics study abroad program in Rome, Italy.
For more information about the certificate and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the Arts and Sciences Section.
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 College of Communication section.
The College of Business and the Department of Marketing through The Sales Centre at Ohio University jointly sponsor the undergraduate Sales Certificate Program for students who want to develop knowledge and skills in professional selling. Admission in the Sales Certificate program is competitive, and space is limited. Students accepted into the program can earn a Sales Certificate by completing the approved coursework and a sales internship, a total of 28 hours.
For further information, a list of approved courses, and an explanation of competitive entrance requirements, see the complete program description in the College of Business section.
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.
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