Metropolitan School of Professional Studies

Of the three bachelor's degree programs offered by MSPS, the Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A.I.S.) is the ideal choice for those wishing to gain exposure to a broad range of subject areas, to customize a degree program of particular interest, or to major in either Social Science or Social Work. The program is distinguished by its particularly strong foundation in liberal education and a curricular flexibility. Prospective students are invited to view the general degree requirements for the B.A.I.S. degree as well as academic worksheets showing detailed requirements for each of the majors. The latter may be viewed by clicking on the names of the majors below.

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Majors and Courses

Interdisciplinary Studies
A B.A.I.S. degree with a major in Interdisciplinary Studies offers unparalleled flexibility. Students have many options in selecting courses to meet most of the core requirements, and almost "free reign" in course selection for the balance of the program.

Social Science

A B.A.I.S. degree with a major in Social Sciences features a social sciences core with a human services administration track and is an excellent educational objective for those wanting to pursue careers in social and human service organizations, counseling, education, and management, as well as for those wanting to pursue a graduate program in one of the social sciences. Those wanting the B.A.I.S. - Social Sciences take 48 credits of designated social science and human services administration course work, including:

· Introduction to Human Services

· General Psychology

· Sociology

· Introduction to Counseling

· Case Management

· Public Policy & Human Services

· Legal Issues in Human Services

· Human Services Administration

· Psychology of Group Behavior

· and others

Social Work
The B.A.I.S. degree with a major in Social Work is the best degree option at MSPS for those interested specifically in a career in Social Work. Students pursuing the major in Social Work follow the B.A.I.S. curriculum, incorporating 54 credits of designated courses in the field of social work as part of the requirements. Course work includes:

· Introduction to Social Work

· Human Behavior/Social Environment I/II

· Social Welfare Policy I/II

· Societal Oppression & Cultural Diversity

· Social Work Practice I/II/III

· and others.

The Social Work program includes numerous courses offered by CUA's National Catholic School of Social Service (NCSSS). These courses require a flexible schedule and a higher (NCSSS) tuition rate. Because of the cooperative arrangement between MSPS and NCSSS, graduates of the Social Work program may be eligible for advanced standing in the M.S.W. program offered by NCSSS.

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