The Liberal Arts major at Avila
The 120-credit BA in Liberal Arts Studies provides a customizable multidisciplinary education across humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. The curriculum begins with foundational courses in behavioral science, humanities, and science to establish breadth of knowledge. Core courses develop key capacities in writing, research, analysis, creativity, and global perspectives.
With a synthesis capstone at the end, students integrate their diverse studies and articulate the value of a well-rounded liberal arts education for the modern world. Graduates gain transferable skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and making connections between ideas and fields. The program cultivates agile, open-minded individuals able to understand complex issues from multiple angles. With an adaptable foundation rather than narrow specialization, liberal arts majors can thrive in diverse careers and positively shape a dynamic world.
Concentrations include:
Students select a 15-credit concentration in one of the three areas, taking upper level courses suited to their interests. The flexible degree structure allows students to build competencies across multiple disciplines.
- Behavioral and Social Sciences (also an online concentration)
- Humanities
- Natural Sciences
A degree in Liberal Arts offers a well-rounded degree that allows careers across a variety of industries. Some careers include:
- Research Analyst
- Communications Specialist
- Program Coordinator
- Technical Writer
- Sales Representative
Contact
Department of Arts and Science
11901 Wornall Road / Kansas City
Darrin Smith, Ph.D., Professor; Dean of the College of Science and Health
P: 816-501-3655 / E: darrin.smith
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