Program Overview

Interdisciplinary Studies Program

The Bachelor of Science with a major in Interdisciplinary Studies allows students who desire a broad and flexible program of study the opportunity to integrate more than one disciplinary interest in formulating their degree path. Through this interdisciplinary degree, students acquire and integrate relevant disciplinary perspectives in order to address contemporary political, social, scientific, and humanitarian questions facing their local and global communities. Grounded in principles that promote diversity, community engagement, and social change, a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies prepares students well for the modern workplace and advanced degrees where interdisciplinary approaches offer a unique contribution.

Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences

The Interdisciplinary Studies program is housed in the Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Admission Requirements

There are no specific admission requirements for this program. Only admission to Kennesaw State University is required to declare this major.

Degree Concentrations Available

• Gender, Race, and Culture
• Leadership, Community, and Justice
• Science, Technology, and Society
• Individualized Studies

Double Owl Pathways

The following Double Owl Pathways are available:

• Interdisciplinary Studies BS / American Studies MA
• Interdisciplinary Studies BS / Cybersecurity MS
• Interdisciplinary Studies BS / Professional Writing MA

Non-Degree Options

The following non-degree options are available:

• Diversity & Community Engagement Certificate
• African and African Diaspora Studies Minor
• American Studies Minor
• Gender and Women's Studies Minor
• Latin American and Latinx Studies Minor
• Leadership Studies Minor
• Native American and Indigenous Studies Minor
• Peace and Justice Studies Minor
• Religious Studies Minor
• Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies Minor

Sample Classes

The following sample classes are available:

• ISD 3003: Critical Science Literacy
  • In this course, students actively participate in efforts to increase public, democratic, participation in science through critical science literacy.
• ISD 3004: Global Perspectives
  • In this course, students increase their interdisciplinary understanding of complex global issues facing our contemporary world.
• ISD 3100: Applied Interdisciplinary Inquiry
  • This course provides a foundational understanding of modes of thinking interdisciplinary scholars and professionals use.
• ISD 4498: Interdisciplinary Studies Capstone
  • This Capstone course prepares students to understand the methods and advantages of their interdisciplinary education.