Individual Studies: A.S.

Associate in Science

CIP CODE: 24.0102

Mission

The Individual Studies Associate in Science major offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary degree to students aspiring to baccalaureate-level study. This university-parallel program offers students an opportunity to design their degree completion at SUNY Broome with customized course selection, allowing them to create a seamless transfer to their four-year institution. Graduates complete a minimum of seven of the ten SUNY General Education requirements.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students in Individual Studies, A.S. will:

1. Demonstrate effective communication skills.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of societal, cultural and global awareness through exploration of language, art, or historical context.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts, models, and issues of at least one discipline in the social sciences and/or identify the major theories used by political and social scientists to study practices of democracy.
4. Understand and us mathematical notation, employ quantitative methods to solve problems.
5. Demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts and models in one of the natural or physical sciences.
6. Engage in fundamental fitness activities that promote health and wellness.
7. Identify, analyze, and evaluate arguments in individual and others’ work.
8. Show competency with modern information technology and research skills.

Students whose transfer goals for baccalaureate study cannot be attained through existing programs may be allowed to structure individualized degree programs. Qualified students, with their advisor, develop an academic plan for degree completion that will allow selection of the combination General Education and concentration area coursework that will meet the transfer program requirements.

This is not a program for students unsure of their goals or simply exploring several areas of study.

For additional information, consult an Academic Advisor in the Academic Advising Department, Student Services Building, Room 210, (607) 778-5421 or contact the Program Supervisor, Giovanni Scaringi, Ph.D. (607) 778-5305.