Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Liberal Arts (MALA) is an interdisciplinary program that allows students to design their own curriculum from within the College of Liberal Arts. The program provides a foundation in the liberal arts, with a focus on critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. Students can choose from a variety of courses in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences to create a program that meets their individual interests and goals. Graduates are prepared for careers in a variety of fields, including the arts, humanities, social sciences, sciences, business, education, and government.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Arts in Liberal Arts (MALA) is an interdisciplinary program that allows students to construct a personal plan of study from within the College of Liberal Arts departments and programs. The program provides a foundation in the liberal arts, with a focus on critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. Students can choose from a variety of courses in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences to create a program that meets their individual interests and goals.
Objectives:
- To provide students with a broad understanding of the liberal arts
- To develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
- To prepare students for careers in a variety of fields
- To create opportunities for lifelong learning
Program Description:
The MALA program is a flexible and individualized program that allows students to tailor their studies to their interests and goals. Students can choose from a variety of courses in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences to create a program that meets their individual needs. The program can be completed in one to two years of full-time study.
Outline:
The MALA program consists of 30 semester hours of coursework. The program includes a core of 6 hours of coursework in the liberal arts, 9 hours of coursework in a chosen area of study, and 12 hours of guided electives. The core coursework provides students with a foundation in the liberal arts, while the area of study coursework allows students to focus on a specific area of interest. The guided electives allow students to explore other areas of interest or to take courses that will help them to achieve their career goals.
Assessment:
Students in the MALA program are assessed through a variety of methods, including exams, papers, presentations, and projects. The assessment methods are designed to measure students' knowledge of the material, their critical thinking skills, and their communication skills.
Teaching:
The MALA program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are dedicated to providing students with a high-quality education. The faculty members use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, case studies, and simulations. The program also offers a number of opportunities for students to get involved in research and other scholarly activities.
Careers:
Graduates of the MALA program are prepared for a variety of careers in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences. The program also provides students with the skills that they need to be successful in a variety of other fields, such as business, education, and government.