The associate degree in Multidisciplinary Studies is a liberal arts program designed to provide a well-rounded education for students interested in careers in business, law, government, education, or social services. It is ideal for students who want the flexibility to work within many fields or the ability to switch career paths easily.
Degree Overview
The associate degree in Multidisciplinary Studies is a liberal arts program designed to provide a well-rounded education for students interested in careers in business, law, government, education, or social services. It is ideal for students interested in careers in business, law, government, education, social services, and other areas.
The objective of the degree program is to broaden students’ understanding, interests, and skills and to help students become more responsible, productive members of the community. Working closely with an adviser, students may use elective credits to build an even stronger expertise in areas in business, social sciences, humanities, sciences, or foreign languages, which will provide excellent preparation for careers in those fields, to continue their studies in a baccalaureate degree program at Penn State Berks, at another Penn State campus, or at another location.
After Graduation
The program is enhanced by the opportunity to transfer to baccalaureate degrees at Penn State Berks, including Communication Arts and Sciences, Global Studies, or Business, as well as a wide variety of baccalaureate majors offered at Penn State University Park campus, at other Penn State campuses, and at other educational institutions.
The degree can also serve as a pre-professional entry to programs that require two years of college. In addition, the associate degree program is a common choice for nontraditional students who want a college degree but are not ready to make a four-year commitment. For such students, the associate degree program serves as a motivating first step toward future studies.
