2026-2028 Undergraduate Catalog
Interdisciplinary Sciences, B.S.
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The Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Sciences (ISCI) appeals to students who are currently working in a variety of scientific fields including, healthcare, information technology, lab sciences, or science-related businesses. Students who have completed prior coursework in life and physical sciences, business, mathematics, or social and behavioral science can transfer up to 90 credits and earn credit for prior learning with approval. Graduates of the program use their skills to connect ideas and concepts to solve problems from an interdisciplinary perspective in a wide variety of careers and fields, such as environmental studies, health professions, lab sciences, or computer programming.
Learning Outcomes
Morgan Completes You includes eight (8) undergraduate interdisciplinary degrees focused on integrating real-world experience with academic and professional skills required for the future of work. Every interdisciplinary degree program in the College of Interdisciplinary and Continuing Studies (CICS) supports these broad educational learning goals:
- Explore knowledge and multi-disciplinary approaches to develop a comprehensive understanding of complex issues and problems with an ethical lens.
- Demonstrate communication skills to convey interdisciplinary concepts and ideas to diverse audiences, both in written, oral, and digital formats.
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze, evaluate, and address real-world challenges across various disciplines.
- Collaborate with diverse teams, demonstrating cultural competency, adaptability, and interpersonal skills in interdisciplinary settings.
- Evaluate personal and prior learning to contribute to lifelong learning and professional growth.
Requirements for the B.S. Degree in Interdisciplinary Sciences
A minimum of 120 credit hours are required to graduate. These credit hours are distributed as follows:
General Education and University Requirements 42 credits
Interdisciplinary Major Coursework 48 credits
- Lower level coursework (100-299) 24 credits
- Upper level coursework (300-499) 24 credits
CICS Requirements 30 credits
Total Credits 120
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General Education and University Requirements 42 credits
- ENGL 101 - Composition I 3 credits
- ENGL 102 - Composition II 3 credits
- XXXX - HH General Education Req. 3 credits HH
- XXXX - IM General Education Req. 3 credits IM
- XXXX - BP General Education Req. 4 credits with lab BP
- XXXX - BP General Education Req. 3 credits no lab req. BP
- XXXX - SB General Education Req. 3 credits SB
- XXXX - SB General Education Req. 3 credits SB
- XXXX - AH General Education Req. 3 credits AH
- XXXX - AH General Education Req. 3 credits AH
- XXXX - MQ General Education Req. 3/4 credits MQ
- XXXX - CT General Education Req. 3 credits CT
- XXXX - CI General Education Req. 3 credits CI
- XXXX - Phys. Activity FIN 101, MIND 101, DSVG 101 FACS 102 1 credit
Interdisciplinary Coursework 48 credits
Students must earn a grade of “C” or higher in major coursework Lower Level Coursework (100-200 level) 24 credits
Lower Level Coursework (100-200 level) must be 24 credits chosen from the following areas: College of Interdisciplinary & Continuing Studies (CICS): Interdisciplinary & Continuing Studies (CICS) College of Liberal Arts (CLA): Analytical and Critical Reading (ALCR), General Studies (GENL), Geography (GEOG), Economics (ECON), English (ENGL), Political Science (POSC), Psychology (PSYC), Sociology (SOCI) School of Community Health and Policy (SCHP): Nutritional Sciences (NUSC), Public Health (PUBH), Nursing (NURS), Health (HLTH) School of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences (SCMNS): Biology (BIOL), Chemistry (CHEM), Coastal Science and Policy (CSTL), Computer Science (COSC), Earth Science (EASC), Environmental Studies (ENVS), Mathematics (MATH), Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Physics (PHYS) School of Global Journalism and Communication (SGJC): Communication Studies (COMM), Strategic Communication (SCOM) School of Social Work (SSW): Mental Health Technology (MHTC) Upper Level Coursework (300-400 level) 24 credits
Upper Level Coursework (300-400 level) must be 24 credits chosen from the following areas: College of Interdisciplinary & Continuing Studies (CICS): Interdisciplinary & Continuing Studies (CICS) College of Liberal Arts (CLA): Analytical and Critical Reading (ALCR), General Studies (GENL), Geography (GEOG), Economics (ECON), English (ENGL), Political Science (POSC), Psychology (PSYC), Sociology (SOCI) School of Community Health and Policy (SCHP): Nutritional Sciences (NUSC), Public Health (PUBH), Nursing (NURS), Health (HLTH) School of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences (SCMNS): Biology (BIOL), Chemistry (CHEM), Coastal Science and Policy (CSTL), Computer Science (COSC), Earth Science (EASC), Environmental Studies (ENVS), Mathematics (MATH), Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Physics (PHYS) School of Global Journalism and Communication (SGJC): Communication Studies (COMM), Strategic Communication (SCOM) School of Social Work (SSW): Mental Health Technology (MHTC) CICS Requirements 30 credits
There are two pathways to fulfill your 30 credits of CICS core requirements. Pathway #1 requires fewer total courses. CICS490 must be taken for 18 credits. This results in a more accelerated and intensive format for degree completion. Pathway #2 allows students to distribute their academic workload over multiple semesters. More courses are required in this pathway, providing more flexibility and affordability in degree completion. Pathway 1
- CICS 490 : Professional Field Experience 18 credits
- CICS 494 : Intro to Interdisciplinary Studies OR CICS 496 : Living the Legacy of Morgan State University 4 credits
- CICS 495 : Capstone 8 credits (must be taken in last semester)
Pathway 2
- CICS 490 : Professional Field Experience 6 credits
- CICS 494 : Intro to Interdisciplinary Studies 4 credits
- CICS 496 : Living the Legacy of Morgan State University 4 credits
- CICS Electives: 8 credits
- CICS 495 : Capstone 8 credits (must be taken in last semester)
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