MAJORS AND MINORS
The minimum requirement for a standard major in courses above the introductory level in the subject area is 18 credits; these courses must include a Senior Seminar or capstone course in the subject area. In addition, the major may require a number of prerequisite courses as well as courses outside the major field, not to exceed 30 credits. A minor consists of a minimum of 12 credits above the introductory level with the exception of Biology, Dance, and Mathematics. A minor is not required for graduation. Students may count one course (3 credits) from the core major requirements toward a minor.
Bachelor of arts majors | |||
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DESE Licensure Track | |||
DEEC Licensure Track | |||
Early Intervention Track | Registered Behavior Technician Track | ||
Elementary Education: | |||
Education Support Professional Track | |||
bachelor of science majors | |||
Brain and Cognitive Sciences | |||
Some majors may be supplemented by concentrations in: | |||
minors | |||
Art Therapy: | |||
certificate is available in: | |||
DESE Licensure is available in: | |||
Early Childhood: Teacher (PreK-2) | Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities: Special Needs (PreK-8) | Advanced Standing Credentialing for Early Intervention by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health | |
Elementary: Teacher (1-6) | |||
graduate programs | |||
Programs denoted with an * are offered as 5th Year programs where students can obtain both an undergraduate and master’s degree within five years. Graduate program curriculum can be found in the Continuing Education & Graduate Studies section of this catalog. Questions regarding 5th Year Programs can be directed to Continuing Education & Graduate Studies or the specific Graduate Program Director noted on page 28.