Undergraduate Academic Accelerator Pathway (2-Term) - Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies

at Shorelight Group - Adelphi University USA

Earning a degree in Spanish opens the door to a career in a number of fields—business, education, journalism, law, law enforcement, library science, medicine, public health, social work, translation and interpreting. You can become a language teacher in the United States or in international schools with an advanced degree in language education, or you could become a professional translator or interpreter.

Why Major in Spanish at Adelphi?

• Receive personal attention in small classes with our distinguished, multilingual professors who are focused on your success.
• Achieve written and oral fluency and a deep understanding of other world cultures as you immerse yourself in a variety of languages and literatures.
• Gain valuable career skills and learn to work with a growing Spanish-speaking population in business, healthcare, or human services fields, or prepare for graduate school to become a language educator.

Learn to use exercise, sports, games, and dance in age-appropriate programs for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. After earning your teaching certification, you can focus on improving the health of individuals and communities as a physical education teacher, health teacher, or coach, or pursue graduate study in related fields, such as health education.

• Receive personalized attention in a small class setting, learning from distinguished faculty who are committed to your success.
• Gain hands-on experience teaching diverse populations how to adopt and value an active, healthy lifestyle.
• Graduate ready to earn your New York state teacher certification for physical education for grades Pre-K through 12.

Gain pre-professional training in speech-language and hearing disorders. While most students go on to earn a graduate degree and become speech-language pathologists or audiologists, others pursue careers in education or special education, linguistics, science, healthcare, or administration.

• Benefit from hands-on experience in clinical practice and research at the on-site Hy Weinberg Center for Communication Disorders, something few other universities offer.
• Receive personal attention from distinguished faculty, who are relentlessly dedicated to supporting student success.
• Join a thriving on-campus community of like-minded individuals with countless opportunities for professional development, networking and community service.

With a focus on problem-solving and analytical thinking, physics gives you a truly 21st-century skill set. Our physics students have gone on to become successful engineers (civil, biomedical, electrical or mechanical), researchers, computational scientists and teachers.

• Receive one-on-one attention in small classes from exceptional professors who are committed to your success.
• Conduct research in cutting-edge facilities on campus and present your findings at conferences nationwide.
• Tailor your degree to your interests and goals, then graduate prepared to chart your own unique career path.

With a degree in economics, you can work as a lawyer, economist, actuary, financial risk or data analyst, financial planner, economic researcher, financial consultant, or investment analyst. Many students continue their education with a law degree or master’s degree in economics.

• You’ll be career-ready by the time you graduate, thanks to our unique Willumstad Winning Edge program. You’ll create your résumé, practice your interviewing skills, and get tech credentials like Microsoft Excel certification; you’ll get valuable experience through internships and job shadowing; and you’ll make career connections through our many networking opportunities. You’ll also have your own Edge adviser—in addition to your academic adviser—who will help you create a personalized program geared to your career goals.
• You’ll create a unique program of study tailored to your interests in theory/analysis or policy.
• You’ll learn in small classes taught by faculty dedicated to your academic and career success.
• You’ll gain valuable internship and career opportunities through our program’s strong industry connections and network of successful alumni around the globe.

With a focus on problem-solving and analytical thinking, physics gives you a truly 21st-century skill set. Our physics students have gone on to become successful engineers (civil, biomedical, electrical or mechanical), researchers, computational scientists and teachers.

• Receive one-on-one attention in small classes from exceptional professors who are committed to your success.
• Conduct research in cutting-edge facilities on campus and present your findings at conferences nationwide.
• Tailor your degree to your interests and goals, then graduate prepared to chart your own unique career path.

Biochemistry majors are in demand for many different occupational fields. This degree will prepare you for graduate work in chemistry, biochemistry, forensics, teaching, pharmacy and chemical engineering and is an excellent degree for students planning to apply to medical or dental schools.

• Learn in small classes with expert faculty who are focused on your success.
• Conduct research under the mentorship of a faculty member using state-of-the-art equipment and present your research results at conferences throughout the New York area and beyond.
• Continue on to a prestigious graduate program or begin your career in chemistry.

With a MS in Sports Management, it’s easy to turn your love of sports into a rewarding and exciting career. During the graduate program, you’ll work with an adviser to customize your education to match your goals.

As part of your Sports Management program, you will:

• Learn about key functions, including sports marketing, public relations, and technology.
• Gain proficiency in market analysis, budget preparation, and business management.
• Plan your career and start networking in the industry.

The multidisciplinary study of neuroscience draws on the fields of biology and psychology to understand how the brain generates behavior, emotion and cognition. It provides excellent preparation for medical school and graduate studies and offers a gateway to careers in the research industry and fields related to psychology, gerontology, biology, chemistry, physics, physical therapy, speech pathology and audiology, nursing, special education, biomedical engineering, business, and law, among many others.

• Focus your studies by choosing from one of two concentrations, cognitive neuroscience and molecular neuroscience.
• Gain hands-on exposure to cognitive and molecular neuroscience research, working alongside renowned psychology and biology faculty.
• Receive personal attention in small classes that explore complex issues from multiple perspectives integrating biology, psychology, chemistry and computer science.

Philosophy is an excellent foundation for a career in law and other professions that value critical thinking, clear communication and problem solving, including public service, education, consulting, advocacy, nonprofits, publishing, counseling, and business.

• Receive personal attention in small classes from distinguished faculty who are deeply invested in your success.
• Engage in thought-provoking debates about pressing social and global issues while you gain insight into diverse philosophical traditions.
• Graduate with the creative and critical thinking skills that are prized by employers across many industries.