Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with Emphasis in Comprehensive

at INTO Group- The University of Arizona USA

Big data is changing the world. Offered through the Department of Mathematics, this degree prepares you to take part in the data revolution. Students earning a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Statistics and Data Science will have a solid foundation in mathematics. Yet they focus on the capture, maintenance, processing, analysis and communication of data through immersion in courses in probability, statistics, data science and computer programming. Undergraduates also must complete a minor outside the Department of Mathematics. The B.A. and B.S. allow students to pursue graduate degrees or careers in analytics, risk assessment, finance, and other math- and science-related fields.

Learning Outcomes

• Apply methods and concepts from their coursework to analyze data based scientific problems
• Be able to define mathematical and statistical terms precisely
• Critically evaluate and extend statistical models drawn from current scientific literature
• Effectively communicate their results
• Produce effective analyses from data using a variety of computational, mathematical, and statistical approaches
• Recognize when arguments, especially formal statistical procedures and data visualization, are valid, and identify logical flaws

Are you a natural problem-solver? Do you ""get"" spatial patterns? Become an innovator in one of the fastest growing professions: geographic information science. The Bachelor of Science in Geography with a Geographic Information Science emphasis offers courses in cutting-edge GIS and geographic information systems technology (GIST) to fill the growing worldwide demand for skilled geospatial professionals. The program offers courses in remote sensing, cartography, spatial modeling, and the application of GIS for land assessment, wildlife conservation, transportation and the social sciences. Students also gain skills in mathematical and computational thinking, problem-solving, and oral and written communication. Students pursuing a Geography major with a GIS emphasis have access to courses that will help them become technologically proficient in GIS programming, project management, spatial data integration and management, and the production of spatial data visualizations for print, multimedia and mobile environments.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate knowledge of core principles of physical geography in climatology, biogeography, landscapes, and/or water resources
• Exhibit ability to develop research questions, critically understand data sources & bias, integrate scholarly literature, & conduct research using primary and/or secondary source material
• Demonstrate ability to create, refine, and interpret graphical data to compare/contrast spatial patterns & structures
• Recognize the key factors influencing global and regional climate in the past, present, and future
• Identify and utilize appropriate geography methods to provide a systematic framework for examining environmental and social problems and apprehend their roles, individual and collective
• Demonstrate ability to engage in independent high-order critical thinking and synthesize, process, & present geographic concepts, methodologies, & applications in oral, written, & visual forms

Be the change you want to see in the world. This course of study looks at the environment from the critical perspectives of policy and social science. Environmental Studies sheds light on the human dimensions of environmental issues. The interdisciplinary nature of this Bachelor of Arts makes the study of geography critical to understanding key factors affecting the environment in today's world. Distinguished faculty members teach courses about water, land use, food, energy, the built environment and climate related to both urban and rural areas. Students explore techniques for addressing pressing social science issues, but they study physical science techniques as well. The University of Arizona awards more undergraduate degrees in geography than almost any other school in the country, and the School of Geography and Development is ranked as one of the top geography departments.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify and critically analyze environmental issues using natural and social science frameworks
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing to diverse publics / audiences / stakeholders
• Identify and analyze interconnections between environmental and social processes
• Demonstrate ability to design and conduct research using appropriate methods
• Comprehend spatial dimensions and roots of social and environmental inequalities
• Exhibit an understanding of the processes of social & environmental change (affecting change through policy and / or social movements)

If a career in Spanish language translation or interpretation interests you, the University of Arizona has a specific Spanish major emphasis to train students at the undergraduate level. Spanish language translators and interpreters are in high demand across health care, legal, nonprofit and business settings. Students wishing to earn their Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a Translation and Interpretation emphasis gain Spanish language immersion while learning linguistics and translation and interpretation theory and practice. Undergraduates also learn about the intersection of language with human rights and social justice issues, especially in the areas of health care and law. Practicums and internships in legal institutions and hospitals and clinics within the community help students gain experience with translation and interpretation beyond the classroom.

Gain an understanding of global interactions between nations for a career involved in human rights, diplomacy, security, and war and peace. Political science is the study of government, public policy and the political behavior of individuals and groups. Students in the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science program with an emphasis in International Relations graduate with a broad knowledge of the foundations, history and dynamics of politics in the U.S. and around the globe. Most importantly, they understand the unique relationships between the U.S. and other countries. Students take courses in political theory, foreign affairs, socio-political issues, and ideas and methods. They're also encouraged to acquire a double major or a minor in a secondary language. Fieldwork includes opportunities to intern at nonprofit organizations and government agencies.

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.

If you thrill when the houselights dim and the curtain opens, then a career in the world of theatre is for you. Get the broad-based skills necessary to find professional work on and off the stage. Students earning a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts receive a broad-based education of the theatrical arts. Students learn to appreciate the relationship of dramatic text to theatrical production; understand the working practices and standards of the professional theatre; communicate artistic intent through acting, directing, design and research; and learn how to organize resources to facilitate the theatrical production process. Coursework stresses critical thinking in verbal and written communication; employs theatre as a lens through which to examine cultural trends; encourages students to develop projects that merge theory and practical applications; and explores the vitality of theatre as a communal expression of gender and cultural diversity.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate an understanding the relationship of dramatic text to theatrical production, the history of theatre and theatre's role in community.
• Know and understand the working practices and standards in the historical, contemporary, and global theatre endeavor
• Communicate artistic intent through acting, directing, design, and/or research and collaborate within a production team.
• Organize time, human and financial resources to facilitate the theatrical production process.

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.

Learn to solve the business problems of the future in the Applied Humanities' Business Administration emphasis. Combining the fundamental concepts of business administration and entrepreneurial leadership with the collaborative, global, intercultural, and future-oriented practices of the humanities, this emphasis-capped with a public or private internship-prepares you for working in emerging fields connected to national and international business administration.

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.