This is an archive of the 2017-2018 University Catalog.
To access the most recent version, please visit catalog.csun.edu.

This is an archive of the 2017-2018 University Catalog.
To access the most recent version, please visit catalog.csun.edu.

Programs

B.A., Liberal Studies

Pre-Credential Program

Teacher Preparation Students interested in careers as elementary or special education teachers should select one of the Liberal Studies Teacher Preparation Option programs. All provide a B.A. degree in Liberal Studies, including preparation in the “multiple subjects” taught in self-contained classroom settings. Students in the Teacher Preparation Option take courses in the language arts, natural …

B.A., Liberal Studies

Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) Junior

Teacher Preparation Students interested in careers as elementary or special education teachers should select one of the Liberal Studies Teacher Preparation Option programs. All provide a B.A. degree in Liberal Studies, including preparation in the “multiple subjects” taught in self-contained classroom settings. Students in the Teacher Preparation Option take courses in the language arts, natural …

B.A., Liberal Studies

Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) Freshman

Teacher Preparation Students interested in careers as elementary or special education teachers should select one of the Liberal Studies Teacher Preparation Option programs. All provide a B.A. degree in Liberal Studies, including preparation in the “multiple subjects” taught in self-contained classroom settings. Students in the Teacher Preparation Option take courses in the language arts, natural …

B.A., Liberal Studies

Interdisciplinary Studies

The Liberal Studies Program is a broad undergraduate liberal arts major leading to the B.A. degree. It is an interdisciplinary major with a balance of studies in the language arts, natural sciences, mathematics, social sciences, humanities, visual arts and performing arts. Courses are drawn from various academic departments throughout the University. The Liberal Studies major …

Minor in Humanities Interdisciplinary Studies

The Humanities minor is available for students interested in supplementing their degree with an interdisciplinary array of courses in ethnic studies, the arts, English, linguistics, philosophy and others. Students gain an understanding of the development of expression and ideas and its influences on society. The minor is 24 units and students are required to meet …

Minor in Russian

The Russian minor provides students with the opportunity to gain at least intermediate proficiency in the Russian language as well as insight into the historical and cultural aspects of Russia. Students have the opportunity to apply to intensive Russian language immersion programs both in the U.S. and in Russia.

Minor in Sustainability

The interdisciplinary minor in Sustainability offers a broad education in sustainability from many perspectives. Core courses seek to educate students in the concepts of sustainability, and the best practices in sustainability and to teach them to consider all factors: economic, environmental and social, both in the short term and in the long term in making …