48-Undergraduate Degrees Chapter 4 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
49-Undergraduate Degrees University education at its best transforms students through daily participation in active learning under the supervision of highly qualified professors. A bachelor s degree is composed of classes from three areas the core curriculum, the major, and electives. THE CORE: The University Core Curriculum is built around the skills needed to thrive in the 21st century, and it provides the unifying thread that runs through the varied academic pursuits on the campus. The Global Perspectives courses are foundations for facing cultural differences in the diverse settings where university graduates live will live and work. Refined writing skills are nurtured in the courses which focus on the best writing in multiple fields of study, in tandem with Wingate s Writing Center, which provides daily assistance in integrating writing skills at every level of a student s training. Other courses provide opportunities for developing basic skills and cultural perspectives required by the challenges the contemporary world sets before us. THE MAJOR Each student chooses a Major area of studies, which provides breadth and depth of skills in a distinct area of focus. Some students choose a major as the gateway to a particular career. For others the major is the foundation for further study in a graduate school. Some students choose a major to pursue their deepest interests and enhanced self-understanding. Within each major students will actively develop writing skills appropriate to the area of study, learn to use current technology within that field, and acquire skills in public speaking through oral presentations and defenses. Note: When a requirement in the core may be met by one of several courses, certain majors may specify which courses will meet their requirements. ELECTIVES Students may choose a second major, or one or two minors, or just design a set of elective courses that will allow them to explore diverse avenues of active learning. BACHELOR S DEGREES Wingate University offers four bachelor s degrees to meet the varied needs of students on the main campus in Wingate. Though similar, they have distinct differences. Some majors allow students to choose one of these degrees based on personal interests and career plans. The Bachelor of Arts includes training in speaking a foreign language, while the Bachelor of Science stresses mathematical and empirical studies. The Bachelor of Fine Arts stresses art production and exhibition, while the Bachelor of Music Education prepares students to be licensed for teaching in public schools. This core curriculum, featuring Global Perspectives, contains significant revisions and is intended for students entering the University in Fall 2009 or later. For exceptions and other considerations, see the section entitled Catalog in Chapter Six.
50-Undergraduate Degrees BACHELOR OF ARTS One Two Three GPS 110 Global Perspectives in Scripture GPS 210 Global Perspectives in Literature GPS 310 Global Perspectives in Ethics Global Perspectives GPS 120 Perspectives in World Cultures GPS 220 Global Perspectives in Economics and Political Science GPS 320 Perspectives in Global Histories Foreign Language Completed through the intermediate level English 110 University Writing and Research Fine Arts Any art class, theatre arts class, music ensemble, or Music 156, for at least two hours credit (Entry into music ensembles requires an audition.) Laboratory Science One semester in biology, chemistry, or physics Four hours credit Physical Education 101 Personal Fitness and Wellness University Foundations Wingate 101 Lyceum Eight events in each category plus eight electives, for a total of 40 attendance credits Fine Arts Presentations & Performances Mathematics One semester in Math 116 or higher Three or four hours credit Social or Behavioral Science One semester in Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, or History Three hours credit Literature and Writing Choose from English literature courses 200-level or above and other courses specified in the class schedule. Designed for the third year for three hours credit NOTE: Students whose native language is not English may satisfy the foreign language requirement by holding a high-school diploma from a school at which the primary language of instruction was not English. Presenting evidence of advanced-level abilities in reading, writing, speaking, and listening would also fulfill the language requirement. Students who demonstrate advanced-level skills in one to three of the four categories may fulfill the requirement by completing any two 300- or 400-level courses offered in that language.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE 51-Undergraduate Degrees One Two Three GPS 110 Global Perspectives in Scripture GPS 210 Global Perspectives in Literature GPS 310 Global Perspectives in Ethics Global Perspectives GPS 120 Perspectives in World Cultures GPS 220 Global Perspectives in Economics and Political Science GPS 320 Perspectives in Global Histories Foreign Language Completed through the elementary level English 110 University Writing and Research Fine Arts Any art class, theatre arts class, music ensemble, or Music 156, for at least two hours credit (Entry into music ensembles requires an audition.) Laboratory Science and Mathematics One semester in biology, chemistry, or physics for four hours credit One semester in Math 116 or higher for three or four hours credit Two additional courses chosen from these two categories for six to eight hours credit Physical Education 101 Personal Fitness and Wellness University Foundations Wingate 101 Lyceum Eight events in each category plus eight electives, for a total of 40 attendance credits Fine Arts Presentations & Performances Social or Behavioral Science One semester in Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, or History Three hours credit Literature and Writing Choose from English literature courses 200- level or above and other courses specified in the class schedule. Designed for the third year for three hours credit NOTE: Students whose native language is not English may satisfy the foreign language requirement by holding a high-school diploma from a school at which the primary language of instruction was not English. Presenting evidence of advanced-level abilities in reading, writing, speaking, and listening would also fulfill the language requirement. Students who demonstrate advanced-level skills in one to three of the four categories may fulfill the requirement by completing any two 300- or 400-level courses offered in that language.
52-Undergraduate Degrees BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS One Two Three GPS 110 Global Perspectives in Scripture GPS 210 Global Perspectives in Literature GPS 310 Global Perspectives in Ethics Global Perspectives GPS 120 Perspectives in World Cultures GPS 220 Global Perspectives in Economics and Political Science GPS 320 Perspectives in Global Histories Foreign Language Completed through the elementary level English 110 University Writing and Research Social or Behavioral Science One semester in Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, or History Three hours credit Laboratory Science One semester in biology, chemistry, or physics Four hours credit Physical Education 101 Personal Fitness and Wellness University Foundations Wingate 101 Lyceum Eight events in each category plus eight electives, for a total of 40 attendance credits Fine Arts Presentations & Performances Mathematics One semester in Math 116 or higher Three or four hours credit Literature and Writing Choose from English literature courses 200- level or above and other courses specified in the class schedule. Designed for the third year for three hours credit NOTE: Students whose native language is not English may satisfy the foreign language requirement by holding a high-school diploma from a school at which the primary language of instruction was not English. Presenting evidence of advanced-level abilities in reading, writing, speaking, and listening would also fulfill the language requirement. Students who demonstrate advanced-level skills in one to three of the four categories may fulfill the requirement by completing any two 300- or 400-level courses offered in that language.
BACHELOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION 53-Undergraduate Degrees One Two Three GPS 110 Global Perspectives in Scripture GPS 210 Global Perspectives in Literature GPS 310 Global Perspectives in Ethics Global Perspectives GPS 120 Perspectives in World Cultures GPS 220 Global Perspectives in Economics and Political Science GPS 320 Perspectives in Global Histories Foreign Language Completed through the elementary level English 110 University Writing and Research Psychology 208 or 209 Child or Adolescent Psychology Three hours credit Laboratory Science One semester in biology, chemistry, or physics Four hours credit Health 101 Personal and Community Health University Foundations Wingate 101 Lyceum Eight events in each category plus eight electives, for a total of 40 attendance credits Fine Arts Presentations & Performances Mathematics One semester in Math 116 or higher Three or four hours credit Physical Education 101 Personal Fitness and Wellness Literature and Writing Choose from English literature courses 200-level or above and other courses specified in the class schedule. Designed for the third year for three hours credit NOTE: Students whose native language is not English may satisfy the foreign language requirement by holding a high-school diploma from a school at which the primary language of instruction was not English. Presenting evidence of advanced-level abilities in reading, writing, speaking, and listening would also fulfill the language requirement. Students who demonstrate advanced-level skills in one to three of the four categories may fulfill the requirement by completing any two 300- or 400-level courses offered in that language.
54-Undergraduate Degrees BACCALAUREATE MAJORS Wingate University offers more than 40 majors at the baccalaureate level. Students choose at least one major. Requirements for majors are explained within their respective academic departments (see Academic Programs, Departments, and Schools). The courses for a major may include introductory or basic prerequisite courses and higher level courses in the major discipline and/or related disciplines. Some majors permit or require a student to select an area of concentration that allows for more focus on a subdiscipline within the major subject area. A student may earn more than one major. Should a student pursue a second major, no more than two courses from the primary major can be counted toward the second major(s). A second major does not necessarily entail a second degree. The additional major(s) must be under the same degree program unless permission has been granted to earn more than one degree (see Additional Bachelor s Degree on page 104). In some cases, a student may return to earn another major after having previously graduated (see Additional Major on page 106). Subject Area Degree(s) Minor Licensure Accounting BA/BS * American Studies BA Art BA, BFA Art and Education BA * Athletic Training BS Biology BA/BS * Biology and Education BS * Business Administration MBA Chemistry BA/BS * Chemistry Business BS Communication BA/BS * Areas of Concentration: Journalism/Mass Media, Public Relations, Rhetoric /Performance Computer Science BS * Economics * Educational Leadership MAEd, EdD. Elementary Education BS, MAEd, MAT * English BA * English and Education BA * Environmental Biology BA/BS * Finance BA/BS * History BA * Human Services BA/BS * Management BA/BS * Marketing BA/BS * Mathematics BA/BS * Mathematics/Business BA/BS Mathematics-Computer Science BA/BS Mathematics and Education BS *
55-Undergraduate Degrees Subject Area Degree(s) Minor Licensure Middle Grade Education BA/BS * Areas of Emphasis: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Modern Languages BA Music (Area of emphasis: performance) BA * Music Education BME * Parks and Recreation Administration BS Pharmacy PharmD; MBA/PharmD Philosophy BA * Physical Education BS, MAEd * Physician Assistant MPAS Psychology BA/BS * Reading/Elementary Education BS * Religious Studies BA * Social Studies Education BS * Sociology BA/BS * Spanish BA * Sport Management BS, MAEd * LYCEUm SERIES In keeping with the belief that diversity of experience is essential to a well-rounded education, Wingate University provides varied opportunities for cultural enrichment outside of the classroom. The Lyceum Series includes programs in the four categories listed below, and students are required to attend at least 40 events over the course of their studies as a requirement for graduation, distributed according to the following plan: Fine Arts Presentations and Performances Electives from any category TOTAL 40 EVENTS ELECTIVES The student and advisor should carefully plan for electives that complement the desired major. Electives may be chosen from any course offered by the University provided prerequisites are met. A student should consult with his or her advisor in choosing electives that will meet degree and career objectives. Students may wish to use elective hours to fulfill the specific requirements of a minor. Classes at the 100/200 level are classified as general electives; classes at the 300/400 level are classified as advanced electives.
56-Undergraduate Degrees MINORS To complement a major, students may choose a minor (minimum of 18 semester hours) in one of the below areas. Wingate does not require minors. Minors should be in a different academic discipline than the baccalaureate major. Each department defines minors in each discipline in which a minor may be earned (see Programs of Study). The following policies apply: No more than two courses counted for a major may also be counted for a minor (except a biology and chemistry combination). No more than two courses counted for a minor can count toward another minor. Students who wish to pursue a minor should notify the Office of Academic Advising of this intent. The minor will not appear on the student s transcript unless this declaration is made. A student who is following the requirements for a major outlined in an earlier catalog may choose a minor from a later catalog. The reverse does not apply. This policy is only applicable in choosing a minor; not a second major. Possible minors include: Accounting Exercise Science Media Arts Art Family Studies Music Art History Finance Philosophy Biology History Prof. and Technical Writing Broadcast Journalism Human Services Psychology Chemistry Information Systems Public Safety Admin. Communication International Studies Religious Studies Community Youth Development. Journalism Sociology Computer Science Legal Studies Spanish Creative Writing Management Sport Management Economics Marketing French English Mathematics Women s Studies Environmental Biology