Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with Emphasis in Computer Science

at INTO Group- The University of Arizona USA

Let your imagination pave the way for a profession in musical composition, a field that touches human emotions in myriad ways from powerful film scores to moving philharmonic performances. The Bachelor of Music in Performance major with a Composition emphasis prepares student composers to meet the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing profession. The Fred Fox School of Music offers coursework in which students receive intensive private instruction in music composition in traditional and electro-acoustic media from award-winning faculty members. In addition, students take classes in music theory, improvisation, music history, orchestration and conducting. The faculty strives to provide students with a fundamental understanding of the aesthetics of musical design and the operations of creators, performers and listeners as they use music to shape their world.

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.

Discover how the immersion into another culture can help you navigate an increasingly connected world. The Bachelor of Arts in French offers two emphases. The French and Francophone focus suits students with wide-ranging interests in French and Francophone studies to complete a French major without taking all courses in French. After completing the core requirements in French language, students take courses in the major that are taught in English. Students benefit from a diverse program, with coursework in language, literature and culture. There are also opportunities to study abroad in Paris, which is one of the oldest and most established study abroad programs at the University of Arizona.

Learning Outcomes

• Communication; Communicate in French, both orally and in writing, by engaging in interpersonal, interpretative, and presentational communication activities.
• Culture; Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of other culture(s) in an essay on a cultural topic.
• Comparisons; Develop insights into the nature of languages by analyzing and discussing the relationship between good writing and good thinking as well as showcasing these qualities in one¿s work.
• Connections; Develop critical thinking by making connections and engaging creatively in problem ¿solving activities leading to the completion of a research project.
• Communities; Engage in multilingual communities at home and around the world by applying classroom learning to real world situations

Technology and creativity come together in fascinating ways. Be on the cutting edge of this rapidly growing field with a degree in computational arts. The study of information science and arts uses a solid mathematical and technical foundation to emphasize computational arts, such as creative coding and digital storytelling. The Bachelor of Arts in Information Science and Arts consists of coursework organized into three tiers: core classes (computer programming, digital ethics, statistics, fundamentals of information science); research methods, data analysis and intensive computing; and advanced techniques customized to each student's interest. Students enjoy access to laser cutters, 3D printers and other technologies in the new rapid prototyping lab, and they can harness their creativity into a highly specific technical expertise.

Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate principles such as human-centered design, ergonomics, and artistic design considerations in the development and provision of information services, technological innovations, games, or human-computer interactions.
• Students will apply appropriate evaluation and testing methods to validate design decisions.
• Students will demonstrate proficiency in articulating varieties of evidence supporting a solution and communicating the results of their work, using appropriate graphics, visualizations, multi-media vehicles, or artistic performance.
• Students will demonstrate the importance of work in multidisciplinary teams and will be able to communicate research based in one discipline or field of study to different disciplinary audiences and to general and non-academic members and audiences.
• Students will be able to recognize and analyze ethical and policy concerns raised by new technologies and will be able to apply ethical thinking to real world cases and craft effective solutions.
• Students will demonstrate understanding of the use of information and communication technologies and the implications of such use, for example: scientific and social uses of information, and social, cultural, and economic implications of digital life and culture.
• Students will demonstrate facility using basic research methods, for example: research design; statistics and analysis; organization, identification, and location of data and information including open- and closed-access sources; and/or presentation of findings in oral, written and multi-media form, including proper use of and citation of sources.
• Students will acquire the skills, knowledge and self-understanding to communicate with and effectively work and interact across cultures and with diverse people and groups.
• Students will demonstrate knowledge of career and further education options and opportunities open to them relative to their plan of study and will set goals and make plans beyond their expected graduation.

Get to know the intricacies of our planet's physical environment to unlock solutions for many of the key challenges the world faces today. Geographers study Earth's features, but with a strong appreciation for the human-environment relations that shape and are shaped by the distributions of these features across the landscape. Physical geography takes a scientific approach to understanding Earth's physical environment. The Bachelor of Science in Geography with a Physical Geography emphasis provides rigorous training in Earth and environmental science, emphasizing quantitative and scientific approaches to studying the physical environment. Students are encouraged to pursue internships and have access to research opportunities at renowned facilities and organizations, including Biosphere 2, Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research and the Water Resources Research Center.

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

Are you a leader with a knack for business? Master the art and science of working with people and leading in a business world that hinges on strategy and decision-making with a Business Management major. The Business Management major at the University of Arizona is designed for students seeking managerial positions in large or small organizations. Students learn how to work with people in the areas of  hiring, training and coordinating. They also develop the foundation for becoming a manager of a business or organizational unit. Students seeking their Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Business Management must complete the Pre-Business curriculum to earn professional admissions status to the University of Arizona's esteemed Eller College of Business Management. Business Management majors with an interest in working in sports can choose the Sports Management minor or certificate program.

Learning Outcomes

• Evaluate firm competitive positioning and assess firm-level resources and capabilities
• Analyze strategic business situations, formulate and implement strategies to organize the firm for success
• Assess the dynamics of competition and understand how economic, social, political, and technological forces can affect strategic positioning and long-term profitability
• Understand and manage the complex ethical and social issues facing organizations as they develop and implement appropriate competitive agendas
• Apply frameworks to the complicated problems of actual businesses
• Diagnose strategic issues, evaluate strategic alternatives, and formulate workable plans of action

Dedicated to helping others? Embark on a fulfilling profession that's devoted to improving the quality of life and health for children, adolescents, adults and families. The Bachelor of Science in Family Studies and Human Development prepares students for careers and graduate training in a variety of fields, such as human services, social policy, community and public health, counseling, social work, medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, gerontology, child/elder advocacy, criminal justice/law, and child life specialist professions. Students explore topics such as adolescence, child development, family relationships, mental health, counseling and youth programs in both traditional classroom settings and real-world situations. During the program, each student partners with faculty to acquire firsthand experience working with families and individuals in many contexts. Additionally, the program offers a network of community agencies that provide internships and hands-on learning to ensure that, upon graduation, students are well equipped to meet challenges head-on.

Our planet is more than meets the eye. Explore the history of Earth's climate, global change, ocean science and modern climate dynamics. Students who select the Bachelor of Science in Geosciences with an Earth, Oceans and Climate (EOC) emphasis are immersed in an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the planet. Students gain an understanding of the history of Earth's climate, global change, ocean science and modern climate dynamics. They learn scientific research skills and work with data and technology in the field and in the laboratory. EOC students participate in hands-on capstone research or field experience, typically in the latter part of their program. Graduates pursue careers in environmental geology and scientific research in fields such as oceanography, climate science, surficial processes, paleoclimate, paleoecology 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).

If you have a strong interest in finance and analyzing information, consider majoring in Accounting in the University of Arizona's high-ranking Eller College of Management. Accountants compile, analyze and report financial data. Students wishing to earn their Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting must apply to the Eller College of Management, a separate process from admissions to the University of Arizona. Undergraduates must complete 21 accounting units and 30 professional core units. In their final semester, along with taking four required accounting courses, students immerse themselves in a capstone experience that's unique to them. Accounting students can apply for several scholarships to support their journey through higher education. Graduates go on to find work with corporations, small businesses, nonprofit organizations, government agencies and accounting firms.

Learning Outcomes

• Critical Thinking; Demonstrates the ability to portray an understanding of a complex technical topic by processing information to form an objective analysis. Understand the industry environment and company strategies. Compare firm performance, risks and growth. Perform valuation analyses and identify investment opportunities for investors. Use mathematical models and perform statistical data analysis in support of business decision-making using appropriate software.
• Written Communication; Write appropriately for a given audience with conciseness, clarity, strong organization, and in a professional format. Effectively utilizes financial data in a written report to communicate ideas with appropriately integrated supporting analyses.
• Communication; Effectively utilize financial data in a written report to communicate ideas with appropriately integrated supporting analyses.
• Verbal Communication; Prepare and deliver a professional presentation on a business topic using appropriate business software.
• Teamwork; 1) Provide and receive feedback, ideas, and instruction in a professional manner. 2) Organize tasks and delegate responsibility to complete collaborative projects in a timely manner. 3) Explain the impact of each team member (including self) on the collaborative project and role each member plays. Organize tasks and delegate responsibility to complete collaborative projects in a timely manner. Explain the impact of each team member (including self) on the collaborative project and role each member plays.
• Technical Knowledge; Explains concepts and techniques from core accounting subject matter including financial accounting, managerial accounting, accounting information systems, auditing and tax. Demonstrates ability to apply tax laws to a set of data in preparation of an individual tax return.
• Technology; Demonstrates the ability to appropriately use software and technology in the business environment. Successfully utilizes tax return software to prepare an individual tax return. Demonstrates ability to create a logical and efficient excel spreadsheet utilizing formulas to derive result. Provides analysis and effectively articulates their understanding of the results.
• Ethics/Social Responsibility; Identifies ethical dilemmas and develops appropriate courses of action that consider the well-being of others and society.
• Career and Placement; Leverages skills and experiences for career success
• Outcomes/Student Satisfaction; Able to articulate program objectives and assess whether those objectives were achieved at the end of the program.