Interdisciplinary Core Curriculum
Interdisciplinary Studies Mission Statement
The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma's core program in Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) provides a distinctive, campus-wide educational experience in the liberal arts and sciences. Facilitated by cross-disciplinary team teaching and individual student scholarship, the IDS program introduces students to a breadth of knowledge and interdisciplinary connection across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and fine arts, preparing students to lead meaningful, purposeful lives as versatile professionals, citizens, and lifelong learners.
IDS Student Learning Objectives
By engaging in the IDS core, students will be able to:
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Articulate central ideas within the physical and natural sciences, mathematics, the arts, humanities, and social sciences.
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Critically analyze real world problems, concepts, and practices through multiple disciplinary perspectives.
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Synthesize multiple disciplinary perspectives as they relate to the natural world, history, and the human condition.
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Communicate effectively and persuasively through listening, speaking, and writing.
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Analyze the political, cultural, and conceptual nuances of global issues within their civilizational contexts.
IDS Core
Required Courses (44 hours)
| IDS 1003 | First Year Seminar | 3 |
| IDS 1113 | Introduction to College Writing | 3 |
| IDS 1133 | Individual in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| IDS 1213 | Writing About Literature | 3 |
| IDS 1223 | Contemporary Math | 3 |
| IDS 2011 | Foundations of Science Lab | 1 |
| IDS 2013 | Foundations of Physical Science | 3 |
| IDS 2023 | Foundations of Life Science | 3 |
| IDS 2133 | American Civilization (History/Government) I | 3 |
| IDS 2143 | American Civilization (History/Government) II | 3 |
| IDS 3223 | Political and Economic Systems and Theories | 3 |
| IDS 3313 | World Thought I | 3 |
| IDS 3323 | World Thought II | 3 |
| IDS 4333 | World Thought III | 3 |
| KINE 1011 | Concepts of Health and Fitness | 1 |
| Physical Expression | 1 |
| Artistic Expression | 2 |
Physical Expression and Artistic Expression: See list of options below.
Physical Expression
One hour must be successfully completed from the following:
Note: Students who have served on active military duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and supply the Registrar's Office with appropriate documentation are exempt will receive credit for the Physical Expression requirement. Students who are physically disabled and provide documentation from a qualified physician (M.D. or D.O.) may, upon approval by the Registrar, be exempted from the Physical Expression requirement.
Artistic Expression
Two hours must be successfully completed from any of the following: