Bachelor of Arts in Information Science and Arts

at INTO Group- The University of Arizona USA

Develop your writing craft and from fiction and nonfiction to poetry and technical writing and under the guidance of award-winning, published authors in small workshop settings. The Creative Writing program offers students the opportunity to develop their skills for creative written expression. Workshops led by an internationally renowned faculty aim to help students write well-crafted and compelling works of prose and poetry. Additionally, coursework in literature and literary analysis teaches critical thinking and research efficiencies, while classes in publishing share real-world insights into the writing profession. This Bachelor of Arts program of study not only gives students widely applicable tools that can be used across myriad industries, but it also offers a Professional and Technical Writing certificate and grants access to some of today's most important and influential writers.

Learning Outcomes

• Ability to write well-crafted and compelling works of literary merit in prose or poetry.
• Understanding of craft terms and concepts and the ability to articulate how these aspects of craft contribute to text's literary, aesthetic, or emotional effects.
• Ability to isolate and manipulate craft elements in writing and revising a story, essay, and/or poem.
• Knowledge of significant currents in contemporary prose or poetry and their antecedents.
• Ability to identify and analyze the ways in which individual writers operate within, on the edges of, or in response to their literary contexts, predecessors, genres, and historical traditions.
• Understanding of key goals and outcomes expected of the English major, in particular, knowledge of foundational texts of British and American literature.

With a degree in English, equip yourself with a broad-based liberal arts education and key skills that apply to a multitude of careers and industries. The Bachelor of Arts in English trains students to communicate clearly and effectively while honing essential critical thinking skills. Students explore the most important works of English literature, including the foundational texts and the diverse artists and works that drive the tradition today. Courses cover a range of interests, including border studies, digital cultures, rhetoric and film. Through reading, writing and literary analysis, English majors become experts of the written word. Small class sizes allow students to work closely with faculty and peers. An English degree acts as the springboard for graduate school, law school and a breadth of career opportunities.

Learning Outcomes

• English Language; Understanding of the development of the English language as used in works of literature
• Foundational Texts; Knowledge of foundational texts of British and American literature
• Historical and Cutural Range; Understanding of the historical and cultural range of literature written in English
• Literary Research; Ability to conduct and use literary research, to the point of achieving: a compelling thesis, accurate and sufficient evidence presented in a scholarly manner, proper disciplinary and interdisciplinary research tools, and clear and appropriate writing for a research paper
• Knowledge of foundational texts of British and American literature
• Understanding of the historical and cultural range of literature written in English
• Understanding of the development of the English language as used in works of literature
• Understanding of strategies of textual interpretation appropriate to different literary genres
• Ability to conduct and use literary research, to the point of achieving: * an overall thesis that pushes the argument beyond summary * accurate and sufficient evidence presented in a scholarly manner * proper disciplinary and inter-disciplinary research tools * clear and appropriate writing for a research paper
• Ability to write clearly and effectively
• Textual Interpretation; Understanding of strategies of textual interpretation appropriate to different literary genres
• Writing; Ability to write clearly and effectively

Join the ranks of the world's most influential thinkers, philosophers, writers and artists when you pursue a degree in German Studies. The Bachelor of Arts in German Studies is designed to familiarize students with the German language and the cultures and histories of German-speaking communities. Designated a German Center of Excellence by the American Association of Teachers of German, the German Studies department provides students with a diverse education. Students acquire language proficiency in German and a broad background in German culture, history and literary studies. Students can tailor their coursework to focus on different subject areas, including German for professional purposes, German contemporary culture, current events, cultural history from the Middle Ages to the present, fairy tales, music, applied linguistics and language teaching.

Sing, dance, act if you're ready to transform into the theatre world's triple threat, pursue this conservatory-style training program in Musical Theatre. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre gives students the preparation they need for a professional career in the theatre industry, thanks to the program's rigorous core curriculum in acting, voice, movement and performance. Coursework includes Stanislavsky-based acting training; voice and movement studio work; private voice lessons; general voice classes; performance classes in various styles and genres; dance fundamentals; and professional development and business strategies. Students enjoy numerous opportunities to perform, including onstage, in film and through the Arizona Repertory Theatre and the Arizona Theatre Company.

Learning Outcomes

• Acting Knowledge; Employ a broad range of acting knowledge including the ability to create characters convincingly and project one's self believably in word and action into imaginary circumstances of the musical.
• Analytical & Performance Skills; Demonstrate analytical and performance skills required in musicals and play from various genres and style periods
• Technical Proficiency in Voice and Speech; Demonstrate the acquisition of advanced technical proficiency in voice and speech, including the production of clear articulate and expressive speech, the ability to demonstrate phonetic transcription and versification skills.
• Technical Proficiency in Movement; Demonstrate the acquisition of advanced technical proficiency in movement.
• Basic Business Procedures; Comprehend of the basic business procedures of the actor's profession, including auditions, resumes and professional representation.
• Technical Proficiency in Singing; Demonstrate advanced technical proficiency in singing, including vocal range, pitch, breath support and vocal styles.
• Technical proficiency in Musicality; Demonstrate advanced technical proficiency in musicality, including skill in the understanding of written rhythm, written music and musical forms.

From initial planning to supervision of construction, civil engineers are in high demand wherever engineering expertise is needed to build all types of structures. The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering prepares students to create infrastructure that stands the test of time while using methods and materials that preserve the world's vital resources and protect the environment. This versatile program covers a broad range of subjects, including construction engineering management; environmental engineering; geotechnical engineering and geomechanics; hydraulic and water resources engineering; structural engineering; and transportation, traffic, highway and airport engineering. Paid internships, fieldwork, capstone projects and design-build competitions position graduates to fill much-needed roles in public and private sectors.

If you see yourself in an educational leadership role outside of the traditional classroom, consider the Literacy, Learning and Leadership major. Communities are always in need of individuals who have expertise on how to make learning accessible for all. Graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Literacy, Learning and Leadership fill lead roles in a wide range of fields, including volunteer programming, nonprofit work, youth services, and community education and outreach. The undergraduate experience teaches students how to design traditional and digital instruction that turns complex ideas into understandable and accessible content and empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds to engage in learning outside of the traditional school setting. Students also earn academic credit and gain valuable work experience through internships at a variety of local, national and international organizations.

Learning Outcomes

• Structure and Function; Explain the structure and function of cells, tissues, organs and their organization in the whole plant.
• Mechanisms and Responses; Explain the mechanistic basis of plant growth and development and physiological responses to biotic and abiotic factors.
• Form and Function; Describe the diversity of plant form and function.
• Trait Expression and Inheritance; Describe the expression and inheritance of traits.
• Critical Thinking; Develop critical thinking skills by evaluating information from multiple perspectives, drawing reasonable conclusions, and defending them rationally.
• Communicate the importance of plant science in addressing major challenges facing society, including examples of how plant scientists have ¿solved¿ such problems.

Expand your knowledge of the world's ecosystems and develop strategies to address the complex issues society faces in its stewardship of our planet's resources. The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science offers an emphasis in Soil, Air and Water. Students who opt for this track gain a broad scientific understanding of human influence on the natural world, from the molecular level to a global scale. Through work in classrooms, in labs and in the field, students learn how to properly collect soil, water and air samples, identify and implement appropriate analytical techniques, and interpret results. They also gain a deeper understanding of how environmental systems sustain climate, purify water, provide food and fiber, and remediate pollution.

Combine a fascination with the past, a love of reading and an appreciation for the complexities of the human experience with this widely applicable degree. History is a field of study that touches every corner of the globe and stretches back in time thousand of years. Students are encouraged to embrace their curiosity to pursue an individualized course of learning in this Bachelor of Arts program. Classwork balances the examination of the documented past with an evaluation of competing historic interpretations. Students enjoy opportunities to specialize their degree with internships at museums and historical institutions, as well as study abroad programs. Upon graduation, students pursue a diverse variety of professions, armed with skills such as critical thinking, writing, public speaking and problem-solving.

Learning Outcomes

• Write clear, well-organized prose.
• Conduct historical research, including appropriate use of primary sources, to provide properly documented evidence to support an argument.
• Recognize and evaluate competing historical interpretations.

Focus your anthropology studies on the scientific aspects of the field, specializing in data collection and analysis, fieldwork and archaeological methods. The Bachelor of Science in Anthropology with an emphasis in Archaeological Sciences introduces students to the rigorous study of archaeological data. As part of one of the top five anthropology programs in the country, students in this program take traditional science classes, such as biology, chemistry and physics, in order to build a foundation for the in-depth study of archaeological methods and theories. Students sharpen analytical skills, develop logical arguments based on sound data and learn to understand the current human condition from the perspective of a nuanced historical context.