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College of Arts and Sciences
College of Business
College of Communication
College of Education
Russ College of Engineering and Technology
College of Fine Arts
College of Health and Human Services
Honors Tutorial College
University College
Center for International Studies
Division of Lifelong Learning
Regional Campuses



Ohio University offers curricula in 339 undergraduate majors through nine colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business, Communication, Education, Engineering and Technology, Fine Arts, Health and Human Services, Honors Tutorial, and University. Programs are also offered through the Center for International Studies, the Division of Lifelong Learning, and the College of Osteopathic Medicine. The Office of Graduate Student Services coordinates graduate study at Ohio University.

Ohio University is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. In addition, numerous departments, schools, and colleges within the university hold individual accreditation as listed below. Additional information is available from the office of each college's dean.

The following list of colleges and areas includes degrees, accrediting agencies, and schools and departments.



College of Arts and Sciences

Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. Preprofessional curricula; preparation for teaching at the secondary level.

Accreditation

American Psychological Association
Council on Social Work Education

Departments

African American Studies
Chemistry
Classics
Economics
English
Environmental and Plant Biology
Geography
Geological Sciences
History
Linguistics
Mathematics
Modern Languages
Ohio Program of Intensive English*
Philosophy
Physics and Astronomy
Political Science
Psychology
Social Work
Sociology and Anthropology
Women's Studies*

*not a degree program


College of Business

Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

Accreditation

American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business

Departments/Schools

Accountancy
Finance
Management Information Systems
Management Systems
Marketing


College of Communication

Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Communication, Bachelor of Science in Journalism, and Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication degrees.

Accreditation

Accrediting Council on Education for Journalism and Mass Communication

Schools

Communication Systems Management
Interpersonal Communication
Journalism
Telecommunications
Visual Communication


College of Education

Teacher training curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Education degree; supervision of student teaching and other field experiences in education.

Accreditation

National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education

Schools

Applied Behavioral Sciences and Educational Leadership
Curriculum and Instruction


Russ College of Engineering and Technology

Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Aviation, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Industrial Technology, and Mechanical Engineering.

Accreditation

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
National Association of Industrial Technology

Departments/Schools

Aviation
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering
Industrial Technology
Mechanical Engineering


College of Fine Arts

Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Music degrees.

Accreditation

National Association of Schools of Dance
National Association of Schools of Music

Schools

Art
Comparative Arts
Dance
Film
Music
Theater


College of Health and Human Services

Curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, Environmental Health, Health, Hearing and Speech Sciences, Human and Consumer Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Nursing, Physical Education, Recreation Studies, and Sport Sciences; entry-level graduate curriculum leading to the Master of Physical Therapy.

Accreditation

American Boards of Examiners in Speech Pathology and Audiology
American Dietetic Association
American Association for Family and Consumer Science
American Physical Therapy Association
Foundation for Interior Design, Education, and Research
National Athletic Trainer's Association
National Environmental Health Science and Protection Accrediting Council
National League for Nursing

Schools


Health Sciences
Hearing and Speech Sciences
Human and Consumer Sciences
Nursing
Physical Therapy
Recreation and Sport Sciences


Honors Tutorial College

A degree college with 25 specialized majors, many of which can be completed in three years. Selected undergraduates take tutorials in their majors, courses as required by academic departments, and electives as desired. If you are admitted to a tutorial program, you are exempt from General Education Requirements, except English composition, but depending upon your major, you may be required to undertake an advanced creative or thesis project. A high percentage of the students in this college enter graduate or professional school. You may request consideration for admission to the Honors Tutorial College and must indicate a major at the time of application.


University College

College for students who have not decided a major. Two-year programs leading to the Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Associate in Applied Business, and Associate in Individualized Studies degrees. Four-year programs leading to the Bachelor of Specialized Studies and Bachelor of Criminal Justice degrees. Two and four-year Reserve Officers' Training Corps programs leading to commissions in the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army.


Office of Graduate Student Services

Programs leading to the Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Fine Arts, Master of Health Administration, Master of Physical Therapy, Master of Public Administration, Master of Science, Master of Sports Administration, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. (See the Graduate Catalog for specific programs and majors.)


Center for International Studies

Jointly administers a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies with the College of Arts and Sciences. For nonmajors, the center offers a certificate of African, Asian, European, or Latin American studies.

African Studies
Asian Studies
European Studies
Latin American Studies


Division of Lifelong Learning

Provides educational opportunities beyond the regular channels of the university by using the resources of the university in nontraditional ways.

Adult Learning Services
Continuing Education, Conferences, and Workshops
Independent Study (see separate catalog)


College of Osteopathic Medicine

Offers a four-year professional program leading to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (see separate catalog). Accredited by the American Osteopathic Association.


Regional Campuses

Chillicothe
Eastern (St. Clairsville)
Lancaster
Southern (Ironton)
Zanesville


Major Codes

The following is a listing of undergraduate major codes arranged by the college in which each major is offered. Some programs and majors are offered through more than one college, and not all majors are open to incoming freshmen. For specific information on a particular program, see the appropriate college section of the catalog.


Major Code Prefixes

The two-letter prefix of each major code indicates the type of degree awarded in that major. In some cases, it indicates that an additional application process is required for admission to the major.

AA   Associate in Arts
AAS  Associate in Applied Science
AS   Associate in Science
BA   Bachelor of Arts
BB   Bachelor of Business Administration
BC   Bachelor of Science in Communication
BF   Bachelor of Fine Arts
BJ   Bachelor of Science in Journalism
BM   Bachelor of Music
BS   Bachelor of Science
ND   Nondegree program
SA   Separate application required


College of Arts and Sciences

Some of the majors in this college have two major codes. In general, with these majors you have the option of choosing either a degree program that is more hard sciences oriented (BS) or one that is more liberal arts/humanities oriented (BA). Details on curricular differences can be found in the College of Arts and Sciences section under the specific program listings. You may want to consult with an admissions officer or a college representative about which option is more suitable for you.

BA4903  African American Studies

BA4252  Anthropology  

BS2121  Biological Sciences 
BS2123  Clinical Laboratory Science
BS2509  Environmental Biology 
BS2514  Marine Biology 
BS0411  Microbiology 
BS2125  Neurobiology
BS2501  Pre-dentistry 
BS2516  Pre-Exercise Physiology 
BS2502  Premedicine 
BS2505  Pre-optometry 
ND2506  Pre-pharmacy (1)
BS2507  Pre-Physical Therapy 
BS2508  Pre-Veterinary Medicine 
BS2515  Wildlife Biology 

BS3311, BA3311  Chemistry 
BS3316  Biochemistry 
BS3315, BA3315  Environmental Chemistry 
BS3310  Forensic Chemistry 
BS3312, BA3312  Predentistry 
BS3314, BA3314  Premedicine 
ND3313  Prepharmacy (1)

        Classics 
BA5214  Classical Civilization 
BA5212  Greek 
BA5213  Greek and Latin 
BA5211  Latin 

BS0701, BA0701  Computer Science  

BA4221  Economics  
BA4223  Pre-Foreign Service 
BA4222  Prelaw 

BA5231  English  
BA5232  Creative Writing 
BA5234  Prelaw 
BA5233  Pretheology 

        Environmental and Plant Biology 
BS2118  Cell Biology and Biotechnology 
BS2113  Environmental Biology 
BS2115  Field Biology 
BS2111  Plant Biology 
BS2116  Prep. for Advanced Training 

        Environmental Studies 

(see Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Environmental
and Plant Biology, Geography, and Geological Sciences)

BS4231, BA4231  Geography  
BS4236, BA4236  Cartography 
BS4232  Environmental 
BS4237  Environmental Prelaw
BS4235  Geographic Information Systems Analyst 
BS4233  Premeteorology 
BS4234, BA4234  Urban Planning 

BS3321, BA3321  Geological Sciences  
BS3323  Environmental 
BS3322  Water Resources 

BA4211  History  
BA4212  Pre-Foreign Service 
BA4214  Prelaw 
BA4213  Pretheology

        International Studies  
BA4405  Africa 
BA4406  Asia 
BA4407  Europe 
BA4408  Latin America  

BA5290  Linguistics 

BS3101, BA3101  Mathematics 
BS3105, BA3105  Actuarial Sciences 
BS3103  Applied 
BS3104, BA3104  Premeteorology 
BS3102, BA3102  Prep. for Advanced Training

        Modern Languages 
BA5221  French 
BA5222  German 
BA5224  Russian
BA5225  Spanish 

BA5241  Philosophy  
BA5244  Prelaw 
BA5242  Pretheology 

BS3331, BA3331  Physics  
BS3332  Applied Physics
BS3335  Pre-astronomy 
BS3336  Premeteorology 
BS3334  Prep. for Advanced Training 

BA4201  Political Science  
BA4202  Pre-Foreign Service 
BA4203  Prelaw 
BA4200  Public Policy and Administration

BA4101  Psychology  
BA4105  Pre-Physical Therapy 

BA6601  Social Work (2)
ND6603  Pre-Social Work (1)
BA4251  Sociology 
BA4253  Criminology 
BA4254  Prelaw 

ND0410  Undecided  
  1. This preprofessional program does not fulfill any degree but is intended as preparation for admission into a professional school or program.
  2. Not open to freshmen; you must complete the PreSocial Work Program before you can become a social work major.

College of Business

BB6121  Accounting 
BB6120  Business Prelaw 
BB6125  Finance 
BB6122  General Business 
BB6130  Human Resource Management 
BB6132  International Business 
BB6126  Management 
BB6137  Management Information Systems 
BB6127  Marketing 
BB6138  Operations 
ND0611  Prebusiness 
BB6133  Small Business Entrepreneurship
ND0610  Undecided 


College of Communication

BC5329  Communication Systems Management
(technical electives in data networks,
system security, international communication,
and policy)

        Interpersonal Communication 
BC5339  Communication in Human Services 
BC5341  Legal Communication
BC5342  Organizational Communication 
BC5343  Political Communication

        Journalism 
BJ6932  Advertising Management 
BJ6936  Broadcast News 
BJ6933  Magazine Journalism 
BJ6934  News Writing and Editing 
BJ6935  Public Relations 

        Telecommunications 
BC5336  Audio Production
BC5312  Management
BC5311  Media Studies
BC5313  Video Production

BJ6930  Visual Communication 
BS6924  Informational Graphics/Page Design 
BS6923  Interactive Multimedia 
BS6922  Photo Communication 
BS6925  Photo Illustration 
BS6921  Picture Editing 


College of Education

BS6201  Art Education (K-12)
BS6202  Bookkeeping-Basic Business 
BS6200  Business Comprehensive (1)
BS6204  Communication-English Emphasis 
BS6287  Communication-speech Emphasis 
BS6263  Early Childhood/Primary (2) (0-3)
BS6212  Elementary Education (1-8)
BS6203  English 
BS6737  Health Education
BS6231  Latin 
BS6255  Mathematics 

        Middle School Education (4-9)
BS6851  MS/Language Arts Emphasis 
BS6852  MS/Math Emphasis 
BS6853  MS/Science Emphasis
BS6850  MS/Social Studies Emphasis

Modern Languages (K-12) BS6232 French BS6233 German BS6234 Russian BS6235 Spanish Music Education (K-12) BS6242 Choral Emphasis BS6241 Instrumental Emphasis BS8208 Physical Education (2) (K-12) Science BS6256 Biological Sciences BS6257 Chemistry BS6855 Comprehensive BS6258 Earth Science BS6259 Physics BS6214 Social Studies Comprehensive BS6288 Speech/Communication INCO Emphasis BS6294 Speech/Communication Theater Emphasis Special Education (K-12) BS6219 Developmentally Handicapped/Severe Behavior Handicapped BS6213 Developmentally Handicapped/Specific Learning Disabilities BS6218 Multihandicapped ND0810 Undecided

  1. Not all required courses are offered on the Athens campus. Consult the program listing for details.
  2. Offered in both the College of Education and the College of Health and Human Services. Apply initially to the College of Health and Human Services. You may receive teacher certification regardless of the college in which you enroll.


Russ College of Engineering and Technology

        Aviation 
BS7261  Aviation Management
BS7258  Flight

BS7251  Chemical Engineering 
(technical electives in environmental
engineering, materials science and
processing, and biochemical engineering)

BS7252  Civil Engineering  
(technical electives in environmental
engineering, geo-technical engineering,
and structural mechanics and design)

BS7260  Computer Science 
(areas of specialization in artificial
intelligence, computer networking,
computer science theory, database
systems, operating systems, parallel
processing/compilers, and software
engineering)

BS7253  Electrical Engineering  
(technical electives in avionics, circuit
design, communication, computers, control
systems, electromagnetics, electronics and
instrumentation, energy sources and systems,
and power transmission and distribution)

BS7254  Electrical Engineering (computer engineering option)

BS7255  Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering  
(technical electives in manufacturing systems,
manufacturing information systems, quality
systems, operations research, and
human factors)

BS7256  Industrial Technology  
(includes minor in business)

BS7257  Mechanical Engineering  
(technical electives in energy, thermal
systems, CAD/CAM, materials processing,
vehicle dynamics, robotics, manufacturing,
and machine design)

ND0910 Undecided  


College of Fine Arts

ND5153  General Art
BF5122  Art Education (1)
BF5123  Art History (1)
BF5127  Ceramics (1)
BF6321  Graphic Design (1)
BF5124  Painting (1)
BF5143  Photography (1)
BF5128  Printmaking (1)
BF5126  Sculpture (1)

BF5151  Dance 

        Music 
BM5105  Music Composition
BM5106  Music Education-Choral
BM5107  Music Education-Instrumental
BM5114  Music History and Literature 
BM5116  Music Theory
BM5115  Music Therapy
BM5103  Orchestral Instruments
BM5102  Organ Performance
BM5104  Piano Pedagogy
BM5100  Piano Performance 
BM5101  Voice Performance

        Theater
BF5137  General Theater
BF5163  Directing (1)
BS5166  Dramaturgy (1)
BF5167  Management
BF5161  Performance (1)
BF5165  Playwriting (1)
BF5162  Production Design and Technology (1)
 
ND1010  Undecided 
  1. Not open to freshmen; apply initially as a General Art or General Theater major.


College of Health and Human Services

        Health Sciences
BS8105  Community Health Services
BS6260  Environmental Health Science
BS6837  Health Education (1)
BS8119  Health Services Administration
BS3309  Industrial Hygiene 
BS6836  Long-Term Health Care Administration

BS5305 Hearing and Speech Sciences

Human and Consumer Sciences BS6360 Dietetics BS6350 Early Childhood Education BS6353 Early Childhood/Primary Education1 BS6370 Family and Consumer Sciences Education BS6351 Family Studies BS6361 Food Service Management BS6383 Interior Design BS6363 Nutrition with Science (Biological Sciences) BS6380 Retail Merchandising Nursing BS1203 Baccalaureate Nursing (2) Physical Therapy (3) Recreation and Sport Sciences SA8117 Athletic Training/Exercise Physiology (4) SA8127 Athletic Training/Health Education (4) BS8106 Physical Education (1) Recreation Studies BS8113 Adventure Recreation BS8108 Outdoor Education BS8109 Recreation Management BS8110 Recreation-Special Interests BS8104 Therapeutic Recreation Sport Sciences BS8120 Aquatic Management BS8121 Coaching BS8122 Exercise Physiology BS8114 General/Undecided BS8124 Sport for Special Populations BS8123 Sport Industry BS8125 Youth Sports

ND0210 Undecided

  1. Offered in both the College of Health and Human Services and the College of Education. Apply initially to the College of Health and Human Services. You may receive teacher certification regardless of the college in which you enroll.
  2. Not open to freshmen-available only to registered nurses.
  3. Not open to freshmen-selective admission master's program. Enter through a preparatory program such as Biological Sciences Pre-Physical Therapy or Psychology Pre-Physical Therapy in the College of Arts and Sciences, or Sport Sciences-Exercise Physiology in the College of Health and Human Services. You must apply for the master's program through the School of Physical Therapy.
  4. Selective admission program. You must submit a separate application and additional credentials in addition to applying to the university. Consult the program listing for details.


Honors Tutorial College

Some of the majors listed below have two major codes, of which you will select one. In general, the second option (BA) provides a curriculum that is more liberal arts oriented. You may want to consult with an admissions officer or a college representative regarding which option is more suitable for you.


BS1902  Biological Sciences 
BB1926  Business 
BS1904  Chemistry
BS1929  Computer Science 
BF1906  Dance
BS1910, BA1910 Economics
BS1925  Engineering Physics 
BA1916  English 
BS1901  Environmental  and Plant Biology 
BF1924  Film
BA1914  French
BS1911, BA1911 Geography
BS1919  Hearing and Speech Sciences
BA1909  History 
BC1918  Interpersonal Communication
BJ1923  Journalism
BS1903  Mathematics 
BA1917  Philosophy
BS1905  Physics/Astronomy
BA1908  Political Science
BA1930  Social Work
BA1912  Sociology/Criminology 
BA1915  Spanish
BC1920  Telecommunications
BF1913, BA1913 Theater


University College

        Associate in Arts
AA1101  Arts and Humanities Emphasis
AA1110  Social Sciences Emphasis

AS1104  Associate in Science

        Associate in Applied Science
AA7250  Aviation Technology
AA1106  Child Development

SA5508  Associate in Individualized Studies(1)

SA2209  Bachelor of Criminal Justice (2)

SA1112  Bachelor of Specialized Studies (3)

ND1201  Undecided


Regional Campuses

The following University College associate's degrees are available on all regional campuses:

        Associate in Arts
AA1101  Arts and Humanities Emphasis 
AA1110  Social Sciences Emphasis

AS1104 Associate in Science


Chillicothe Campus

SA5508  Associate in Individualized Studies1
AA5006  Business Management Technology
AA5004  Hazardous Materials Technology 
AA5201  Human Services Technology
AA5505  Law Enforcement Technology 
SA2341  Nursing, RN 
AA5014  Office Technology 
AA5506  Security/Safety Technology


Lancaster Campus

SA5508  Associate in Individualized Studies (1)
AA5002  Accounting Technology 
AA5006  Business Management Technology
AA1106  Child Development
AA5010  Computer Science Technology
AA5318  Electronics Technology Industrial  Technology 
AA5320  Design Emphasis
AA5319  Manufacturing Emphasis 
AA5014  Office Technology 


Southern Campus

AA5006  Business Management Technology
AA5013  Electronic Media
AA5017  Equine Studies
AA5505  Law Enforcement Technology
AA5014  Office Technology
AA5016  Travel and Tourism


Zanesville Campus

SA5508  Associate in Individualized Studies (1)
AA5013  Electronic Media
SA2341  Nursing, RN
  1. Separate application required.
  2. Requires an associate's degree in an area related to criminal justice for admission. Not open to first-year students.
  3. Separate application required. Not open to first-year students.


Minor Codes


In General, all academic minors are open to any student pursuing a baccalaureate program at the university. Detailed information for each minor is listed in the catalog section of the college through which the minor is offered; check the index for the special location.



OR4903  African American Studies
OR4252  Anthropology
ORARTM  Art
ORASTR  Astronomy
OR6360  Basic and Applied Nutrition
OR2121  Biological Sciences
ORBSAD  Business
OR3311  Chemistry
OR5214  Classical Civilization
ORCART  Comparative Arts
OR0701  Computer Science
OR5151  Dance
OR4221  Economics 
OR5231  English
ORFILM  Film
OR5221  French
OR4231  Geography
OR3321  Geological Sciences
OR5222  German
OR5212  Greek
OR4211  History
ORINCO  Interpersonal Communication
OR5211  Latin
OR5290  Linguistics
OR3101  Mathematics
OR0411  Microbiology
ORMUSI  Music
OR5241  Philosophy
OR3331  Physics
OR2111  Plant Biology
OR4201  Political Science
OR4101  Psychology
OR8109  Recreation
OR6380  Retail Merchandising
OR5224  Russian
OR6602  Social Services
OR4251  Sociology
OR5225  Spanish
ORTCOM  Telecommunications

ORTHAR  Theater


Certificate Programs

The Certificate Program listed on this page are open to all students pursuing baccalaureate programs at the university, regardless of college or major. The equivalent of minors, these interdisciplinary programs can complement your major, broaden your career possibilities, or allow you to study an area of interest from a variety of perspectives. You will be awarded the certificate and receive official recognition on your transcript when you graduate. Please note that these certificate programs are not related to teaching or other professional certification conferred by outside agencies.


Environmental Studies

The field of environmental studies encompasses the complex interactions among humans, other organisms, and the biophysical environment. The Environmental Studies Certificate Program is offered by the College of Arts and Sciences for students who want to gain knowledge and understanding about the interdisciplinary field of environmental studies.

You can earn a certificate in environmental studies by completing 3235 hours that include required introductory and ecology courses and approved selections from the areas of quantitative skills, natural sciences, and social sciences. Many certificate courses satisfy both Tier and Arts and Sciences requirements. Further, courses taken as part of an Arts and Sciences major will also count toward fulfilling the certificate.

For additional information and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the Arts and Sciences section.


Gerontology

The College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Health and Human Services, through its Institute for the College of Health and Human Services, jointly sponsor the undergraduateGerontology Certificate Program for students who want to gain knowledge and skills for a career that involves working with the elderly. You can earn the certificate by completing at least 28 credit hours of selected coursework, including an approved practicum, field experience, or internship.

For additional information and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the Health and Human Services section.


International Studies

The Center for International Studies offers certificates in African, Asian, European, and Latin American studies for students who wish to add an international dimension to their program without majoring in international studies, as well as to those interested in international careers or planning graduate work in area studies.

Earning the certificate involves completing six to eight approved courses relating to the area of study - including language courses, in some cases - with a g.p.a. of 2.5 in all courses taken toward the certificate.

For additional information, see the complete program description in the Arts and Sciences section.


Political Communication

The College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Communication jointly sponsor a certificate in political communication for students who wish to supplement their major with an inquiry into the area of political communication. Political communication encompasses the interactions of political figures, political interests, the press, and the public in their efforts to persuade and influence political outcomes.

To receive a certificate in political communication, you must complete two introductory courses and an additional 22 quarter hours of approved coursework.

For additional information and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the Arts and Sciences section.


Women's Studies

Students in any major can earn the Women's Studies Certificate by completing two required Women's Studies courses and an additional 22 quarter hours of approved coursework.

For additional information and a list of approved courses, see the complete program description in the Arts and Sciences section.


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