BA in Interdisciplinary Studies in Northridge United States | California State University, Northridge

The Interdisciplinary Studies program tackles intricate challenges that require combining diverse academic perspectives, specialized knowledge from various fields, or methodologies from different disciplines. This program focuses on interdisciplinary practices and methods, empowering students to synthesize knowledge across academic domains. Through courses spanning multiple departments (including Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts, and Humanities) that incorporate quantitative, qualitative, and cultural approaches, students develop the skills to create advanced cross-disciplinary work while customizing their major to align with their academic passions and career aspirations.

Additionally, the department provides a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies for those seeking a degree that addresses complex issues through the integration of multiple academic perspectives, specialized knowledge from various fields, or interdisciplinary methodologies. The program highlights interdisciplinary techniques, enabling students to combine different academic areas. With courses selected from diverse departments (spanning sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities) that emphasize quantitative, qualitative, and cultural methods, students gain the ability to produce sophisticated interdisciplinary work while tailoring their studies to their intellectual interests and professional objectives. The curriculum includes foundational courses, methodological training, and specialized knowledge in at least two disciplines from existing university majors or minors.