Multidisciplinary Studies (AA)
The Associate of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies is intended to provide students with an integral formation through the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that strengthen their professional training through multidisciplinary studies. The degree prepares professionals who address the different problems and situations that affect society from a humanistic frame of reference.
The program integrates different areas of knowledge that include mastery of basic skills, disciplines of the humanities, language arts, and the social sciences. In addition, it provides students with the possibility of pursuing studies leading to a Bachelor’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies or in other fields of knowledge.
The Arecibo Campus is authorized to offer this Program.
Competencies Profile of Graduates
The program is designed to develop the competencies that allow a student to:
Knowledge
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- the fundamental aspects related to history, the contributions of religions to civilization, the development of philosophical thought, and the cultivation of an artistic sensibility.
- human relations from a psychosocial, global and multicultural perspective.
Skills
- Develop verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English.
- Use the skills of logical thinking, argumentation and rhetoric that apply to all bodies of knowledge.
- Practice self-directed learning and intellectual independence.
Attitudes
Demonstrate:
- responsibility as an entity of a changing, global and pluralistic society.
- responsibility and ethical and humanistic commitment in response to the changing needs of society.
- appreciation for the development of a culture of peace, respect for gender differences and human dignity.
Requirements of the Associate Degree in Multidisciplinary Studies
| General Education Requirements |
24 credits |
| Major Requirements |
35 credits |
| Total |
59 credits |
General Education Requirements - 24 credits
Major Requirements - 35 credits