Liberal Studies
You can earn your Degree in About Two Years
If you already have an Associate of Arts and Science degree, the online Liberal Studies program can be completed in as few as two years.
An online bachelor of Liberal Studies degree combines coursework from a variety of academic subjects in a number of disciplines, focusing on improving critical thinking and communication skills as part of a broad base of skills that will help you become a leader in the workplace.
This degree is an excellent choice if you are looking to:
- build upon previous college coursework.
- explore ideas and subjects from different academic areas.
- prepare for a graduate school program.
Affordable
Our tuition rate helps simplify the budgeting for your degree. Please visit Student Financial Services for tuition and fee amounts.
Fees are subject to change each year. This cost does not include the cost of textbooks and materials. Courses taken outside of your degree requirements may have additional fees.
Financial aid is available for students who qualify. Contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information.
We also welcome Veteran’s benefits and employer reimbursement.
100 Percent Online and Accelerated
The Liberal Studies program is offered completely online!
Most courses are delivered in an accelerated, seven-week session, which offers additional flexibility for students working full time whether you work outside or inside the home.
Courses are delivered through Canvas where you will interact with your professors and classmates through online discussion, class lectures and the use of a dropbox to upload assignments.
There are no required scheduled meeting times, but there are deadlines and due dates for projects, assignments and discussions.
Transfer Credits
If you already have an AAS degree, you most likely will transfer in about 60 credits. In some cases, we can accept up to 90 credits of previous college-level coursework.
Find Out How Your Credits Transfer
One of our staff members will be happy to review your previous coursework and prepare a personalized planner that will explain how your associate degree or other credits will transfer and what coursework you will need to complete to earn your Liberal Studies degree. Connect with an advisor today by filling out the form below or call (920) 424-0234. You can also email us at oce@uwosh.edu.
A Supportive Community
You will have a strong support network from day one with small classes, dedicated advisors and excellent campus resources that are available to all online students: academic advising, Polk Library and writing center.
A Wide Variety of Career and Post-Graduation Options
With an online bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies, you will:
- apply the problem solving and communication skills you learn and practice to any career.
- have a strong foundation for graduate-level study.
- refine your communication skills to become a strong critical thinker.
- understand the interplay between academic disciplines.
Learning Outcomes
After graduating from this program, you’ll be ready to excel in a variety of field and in a different levels of leadership.
The learning objectives for this program are broad enough that you will be able to apply the skills you’ve developed through your degree program in the workplace and improve your career potential.
Seven Learning Outcomes
Thanks to the seven learning outcomes for the online Liberal Studies program, you’ll be able to:
- Apply theoretical and conceptual knowledge to lifelong experience in community, career, and personal contexts.
- Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary national and global issues.
- Demonstrate competence in capacities for self-directed lifelong learning.
- Express one’s ideas clearly and effectively to a variety of audiences, both orally and in writing.
- Identify and articulate one’s own values and make decisions consistent with them.
- Interact effectively with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
- Synthesize knowledge from multiple disciplines to assess and develop decision-making ability.
Admission Requirements
Admissions Requirements
As a student in the online Liberal Studies program, your major will be within the Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS). There are no specific admission requirements outside of those set by the UW Oshkosh Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Browse the Courses
The Liberal Studies program consists of general education courses, required core courses and elective courses.
Liberal Studies
Core Courses (21 credits)
Liberal Studies 208: The Ecology of Occupation (3 credits)
Examines the relationship between occupation (both work and discretionary) and values, identity and health/wellness in contemporary society. Focuses on the complex variables (economic, psychological, sociological, genetic) which affect occupational choice, and hence our freedom (or lack thereof) to engage in meaningful, rewarding occupation.
Liberal Studies 209: Critical Thinking & Writing (3 credits)
Introduces the concepts related to self-directed, life-long learning with a focus on various types of thinking and writing skills through exposure to a broad range of academic subjects. Students will be introduced to the principles and processes involved in developing a learning portfolio, which will be required in their Capstone course.
Liberal Studies 301: Contemporary Global Issues and Problems (3 credits)
This course explores the ethical and religious dimensions of several global challenges in contemporary international society: (1) the expanding role of religion as a motivation for violence as well as a force for justice and peace; (2) the increasing deterioration of the global environment; (3) international efforts to protect human rights in countries where there is systematic oppression or genocide; and (4) the chronic gap in wealth between rich and poor nations.
Liberal Studies 303: Ethnicity & Demography in Wisconsin (3 credits)
Liberal Studies 302: Contemporary Technology and Trends (3 credits)
Examines the history, operation, economics, and applications of computer technology and its significance in contemporary life. Consideration is given to a careful description of present technology and what some of the main decisions are that must be made if humanity is to utilize and control this technology.
Liberal Studies 305: Religious and Ethical Values in American Society (3 credits)
This course examines the role of religion in American public life historically and in recent times. It provides a perspective on the meaning of the separation of church and state as understood by the Founding Fathers, as interpreted by Supreme Court over time, and in current political debates. The course also analyzes a variety of ethical and religious perspectives that underline contemporary cultural conflicts over the proper direction of some of our most important social institutions-the family, schools, and the legal system. Finally the course explores the moral and religious arguments surrounding four critical issues-abortion, euthanasia, capital punishment, and affirmative action-and what public policies should result from these positions.
Liberal Studies 410: Capstone Seminar for Liberal Studies (3 credits)
Designed as a culminating or “capstone” learning experience, this course focuses on the integration of concepts and ideas from previous Liberal Studies courses.
Liberal Studies Electives
Choose 3 (9 credits)
Liberal Studies 306: Pop Culture in the Mass Media (3 credits)
Liberal Studies 307: Encountering the Arts (3 credits)
Liberal Studies 309: Development of Scientific Ideas (3 credits)
Encourage analysis and understanding of the ideas that have effected scientific developments over the last two thousand years. Examines the growing ability of scientists to understand the phenomenon of nature; specifically, it peruses seminal ideas in astronomy, biology, physics and other sciences. Addresses broad scientific ideas and notes their practical significance for man. Prerequisites: concurrent or prior enrollment Liberal Studies 209 or department consent.
Liberal Studies 310: Laboratory Experiences in Science (3 credits)
OR
Liberal Studies 311: Environmental Issues (3 credits)
Liberal Studies 319: Creating Presentations in the Virtual Workplace (3 credits)
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