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A Guide to Fields of Study
An emphasis may be designed according to individual goals


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Administrative Sciences:
a field of study composed primarily of course work from business and related fields, such as communication, information technology, etc.
Examples of an emphasis might be "Sales and Service" or "Computer Support Services."

Applied Sciences:
a field of study composed primarily of course work from the sciences and technical disciplines. Examples of an emphasis might be "Environmental Studies" or "Life Sciences."

Applied Arts:
a field of study composed primarily of course work from the fine arts and humanities, but might include scientific or technical course work as well.
An example of an emphasis might be "Publishing Services."

Community Services:
a field of study composed primarily of course work from the social sciences (especially political science and criminal justice), education, or health-related disciplines.
Examples of an emphasis might be "Public Safety" or "EMS Administration."

Human Services:
a field of study composed primarily of course work from the social sciences (especially psychology and sociology), education, or health-related disciplines.
Examples of an emphasis might be "Gerontological Studies" or "Child Advocacy."

Liberal Studies:
a field of study composed primarily of course work from the humanities and social sciences to meet the unique demands of personal or professional growth.
An example of an emphasis might be "Political Communications."

Professional Development:
a field of study composed of course work suited to the unique demands of a particular career path.


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