Bachelor of Arts in Classics with Emphasis in Classical Languages

at INTO Group- The University of Arizona USA

Whether you possess a natural talent for rhythm or wish to develop one, your studies in percussion will grant you a diverse range of professional opportunities. The Bachelor of Music in Performance with a Percussion emphasis is designed to develop in students the highest possible level of musicianship and competency in performance and teaching. The faculty at the Fred Fox School of Music instructs and mentors students in percussion methods, chamber percussion groups and percussion ensembles. The curriculum presents students with a relevant sequence of study of all the percussion instruments. Students acquire performance skills and experience in solo and ensemble performance; historical and stylistic understanding; mastery of technical facility; and pedagogical concepts of teaching procedure and practice.

Learn how this degree sets you up for exciting careers in discovery and fast-tracks you for a graduate degree. Molecular and cellular biologists investigate the building blocks of living organisms. Students seeking a Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology with a subplan in Molecular and Cellular Biology take courses in genetics, physics, chemistry and more. They gain hands-on experience in laboratory research through independent study, honors thesis work and capstone experiences. Full-time, paid summer research opportunities with renowned faculty are also available. Plus, the Molecular and Cellular Biology Club provides camaraderie with fellow students. Students can streamline their course planning to achieve both an undergraduate and graduate degree with just five years of study through the Accelerated Master's Program.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate understanding of the molecular and cellular mechanisms that govern life and apply that understanding to novel scenarios. Including: * how chemical principles govern the activity of life * how cells sense and respond to internal and external cues * how traits are inherited * how molecules, cells, and organisms evolve * how phenotypes emerge from interactions among molecules and cells * how research with model organisms sheds light on all these questions
• Demonstrate understanding of the ways that chemical principles govern the ability of biological molecules to form cellular structures, tissues, organs, and organisms, and the energy transformations that make these steps possible.
• Explain mechanisms and outcomes of the ability of cells to sense and respond to internal and external cues.
• Explain the role of and mechanisms by which the genome and its products generate biological structures and phenotypes, including human disease, including: ¿ Differentiate among replication, transcription, and translation with regard to mechanisms and biological roles. ¿ Analyze mechanisms of inheritance and their consequences for phenotypes. ¿ Differentiate among various types of mutations and predict their outcomes at the molecular, cellular, and organismal level.
• Describe how evolution affects molecules, cells, and organisms and shapes the diversity of life on Earth.
• Explain how the properties of biological systems emerge from the interactions among individual components of those systems.
• Describe ways that research in different experimental organisms sheds light on the important biological processes described above.
• Communicate effectively about scientific ideas and methods. ¿ This includes oral and/or written presentation. ¿ This includes appropriate choice of data-presentation modes (tables, diagrams, graphs, etc.).
• Read and interpret primary scientific literature in cell and molecular biology, linking the results to prior understanding of biological processes. Evaluate the reliability of sources of information about biology.
• Apply analytical thinking to biological problems: ¿ Understand and/or build models that generate testable hypotheses about biological processes. ¿ Critique experimental design in existing research and apply principles of experimental design to new research problems. ¿ Apply quantitative strategies to analyze and understand biological processes.
• Demonstrate ability to analyze the role of biology in societal decisions and to apply ethical decision-making to evaluate existing and new scientific approaches.

Are you a problem-solver, a people person and someone who gets excited about technology? Learn why the Management Information Systems major might be for you. The field of management information systems (MIS) helps organizations solve problems and manage content and processes through the use of technology. Students seeking their Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Management Information Systems study at the University of Arizona's Eller College of Management. The program, ranked among the top five in the nation, is also one of the first MIS majors in the country. Technology is constantly changing, and cutting-edge solutions help corporations and businesses to thrive. That's why MIS professionals are in high demand. The University of Arizona has a 95% job-placement rate for MIS graduates within two months of completion.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and apply core knowledge of programming, networking, databases, and system design.
• Identify and analyze requirements for information systems
• Understand and apply design principles in Information Systems
• Understand and apply programming & development principles in information systems
• Effectively solve problems in an MIS context
• Effectively communicate to both business and IT professionals

American politics affect lives beyond our country's borders. Help make a difference in the world with a degree that equips you with a deep understanding of political process. Political science is the study of government, public policy and the political behavior of individuals and groups. For the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with an emphasis in American Politics, students grasp the foundations of political theory, and explore institutions, international relations, foreign affairs, and ideas and methods. They also delve into the unique systems, history and dynamics at play in the United States. Students develop strong analytical, argumentation and communication skills, and have access to internships at nonprofit organizations and government agencies, such as the Arizona Legislature and the Arizona Superior Court, and with local politicians and campaigns.

Learning Outcomes

• Students will be able to critically analyze political information given an issue important in modern U.S. society.
• Students will be able to differentiate the theoretical, structural, historical, and scientific dimensions of politics.
• Students will be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Students will demonstrate sensitivity and tolerance of racial, cultural, and other human differences.
• Students will demonstrate commitment to being a politically responsible citizen.
• Students will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the American political system and/or political systems and governmental institutions around the world
• Students will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the political processes and institutions that form public policies and impact citizens, as well as the political culture that allows individuals and groups to affect how those processes function.
• Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of foundational concepts, theories, and methodologies used in the study of (their chosen field within) political science.
• Students will be able to demonstrate research and writing skills relevant to the field of political science.
• Students will be able to demonstrate critical thinking about political issues by assessing competing arguments and developing proficiency in communicating arguments in oral and/or written formats.

Two machines and computers and the human brain ?interact to bring us the Information Age. Become one of the inventive computer scientists shaping this cutting-edge field. The Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science equips students to design, implement and test programs that solve significant and meaningful problems. Students learn how to collaborate to develop large software systems and can explain the purpose, design and implementation of programs. Graduates are able to design and analyze algorithms and can evaluate the correctness and performance of computer programs. To earn this B.A., students must start as Pre-computer Science majors and complete a core set of classes. No application is required to progress from Pre-computer Science to Computer Science. The B.A. curriculum requires students to study a second language proficiency and take natural science courses.

Learning Outcomes

• Programming; Graduates can design, implement, and test programs that solve significant and meaningful problems, making appropriate design choices that best meet given requirements.
• Reasoning; Graduates can design and analyze algorithms and reason about the correctness and performance of computer programs.
• Communication and Collaboration; Graduates can develop large software systems as part if a team, and can document and explain the purpose, design, and implementation of programs.

If you find beauty in the theory of mathematics, learn how the Comprehensive emphasis can prepare you for graduate studies in math and science. Mathematicians can work as university professors, teaching and doing research, or in a variety of scientific fields. The Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with a Comprehensive emphasis serves as a launching pad for students wishing to attain a graduate degree in mathematics, mathematics education or applied math. Undergraduates immerse themselves in the study of abstract algebra, mathematical analysis and more. They learn to apply rigorous logic and creativity to mathematical problems. In addition, they must complete a minor outside of the Department of Mathematics. Students who major in comprehensive mathematics and another field should be well-prepared for graduate studies in either field.

Become proficient in tectonics, geophysics and geodynamics to gain greater understanding of our planet - from its inner core to the depths of the oceans to the outer reaches of space. The Bachelor of Science in Geosciences with a Geophysics emphasis takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the planet. The program covers topics such as tectonics, geophysics and geodynamics, as well as Earth system modeling, remote sensing and seismology. Students learn quantitative scientific research skills and gain experience working with data and technology in the field and in the laboratory. Geophysics students participate in a Capstone Summer Field Camp in the later part of their program that provides hands-on experience applying their content knowledge in the field. Graduates pursue careers in research, energy, academia and more.

Learning Outcomes

• Be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Teamwork and leadership
• The basic structure of the Earth, and how this structure is known
• Theories for the origin of the Earth
• Be able to access information through traditional and new technologies
• Teaching and assisting others in learning
• Major events in the evolution of the Earth;M ain events in the evolution of life on Earth
• Be able to critically evaluate information from multiple perspectives
• Involvement in campus and community service
• Understand the process of scientific inquiry
• Involvement in research
• The fundamentals of plate tectonics
• Exposure to career options and opportunities
• Understand the relationship of Geosciences to other areas of science and to society in general
• The main classes of minerals
• The nature and origin of each of the main types of sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks
• The nature and distribution of sedimentary environments on Earth
• The nature and significance of structures, such as folds, faults, and joints
• The first-order processes that shape the surface of the Earth (e.g., rivers, glaciers, mass wasting, wind, weathering, erosion)
• The nature and origin of mineral and hydrocarbon resources on Earth
• The possible linkages between human activities and our physical environment (e.g., global climate change).

Your interest in science, technology, big data and analytics can contribute to solving the natural resources, food, energy and health challenges of the future. A Bachelor of Science in Biosystems Analytics and Technology prepares students for careers at the intersection of science, technology and analytics. Coursework focuses on combining biological, physical and data sciences with technology and helping students apply these tools to real-world environmental, ecological, biological and human challenges. Career opportunities range from precision agriculture and remote sensing to data mining and statistical informatics.

The versatile skill set of electrical and computer engineers is in high demand across a range of industries, including energy, health care, aerospace, manufacturing, information technology and homeland security. Electrical and computer engineering is a hotbed of entrepreneurialism, welcoming new technology startups every year and often involving students at all levels of and contributing to advances in wireless technology, smart energy grids and the myriad electronic devices we use every day. Undergraduates pursuingthe Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering benefit from a program that integrates the two disciplines yet gives them the flexibility to focus on their interests in microelectronics, robotics, biomedical devices, software design, and power systems and signaling are just a few examples. All engineering programs at the University of Arizona are steeped in real-world experience. For example, students do actual design projects for company sponsors and research and development with faculty. Also, Electrical and Computer Engineering majors often graduate with certifications that allow for turnkey placement in coveted positions.

The study of small microorganisms can make a difference on a big scale, including leading to lifesaving innovations. Embrace the unknown. Microbiology is the study of microorganisms and the role they play in human, animal and plant health. This Bachelor of Science offers students a base in modern biology, specifically how microorganisms interact with their surroundings. Coursework includes food safety and consumer health; plant pathology and microbiology; environmental microbiology; microbial genomics and biotechnology; and medical microbiology. Students research microbes such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa and touch on subjects such as bacteriology, parasitology, mycology, immunology and microbial genetics. This program cultivates students' expertise in preparation for highly specialized professions from biotechnology to medical science.

Learning Outcomes

• Microbial classification; Upon graduation Microbiology majors will be able to identify the defining structures and functional characteristic of various microorganism classes: viruses, prokaryotes, eukaryotes and sub-groups of microorganisms within these classes.
• Phylogenetics; Upon graduation microbiology majors will be able to understand the basis of molecular phylogenetic classifications, and demonstrate the ability to apply fundamental principles of evolution underpin microbial phylogenetics in the identification of unknown organisms.
• Microbial physiology; Upon graduation microbiology majors will be able to identify the basic features of cellular physiology, including cellular metabolism, energetics & biosynthetic reactions.
• Gene regulation; Upon graduation microbiology majors will be able to outline the fundamental features of gene expression & regulation. Broadly distinguish between features of gene regulation in prokaryotes versus eukaryotes.
• Mutualism and disease; Upon graduation microbiology majors will be able to describe the different modes of interaction between organisms, & recognize the continuum from mutualism to disease.
• Communicate scientific ideas; Upon graduation microbiology majors will be able to demonstrate the ability to find and evaluate information from credible sources, including scientific articles. Understand, synthesize & reformulate key ideas from technical sources, and communicate scientific ideas and concepts.
• Laboratry skills and safety; Upon graduation microbiology majors will be able to demonstrate a command of the skills necessary to work effectively & safely in a microbiology laboratory.