Associate of General Studies
The associate of general studies degree provides students the flexibility to create a customized program of study designed to fulfill a unique career goal which is not available through any single technical certificate or associate of applied science degree currently offered at Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus.
Students who earn this degree will take a core of general education course work and technical coursework (or higher college level course work) recommended by an academic advisor. The associate of general studies provides a degree path toward the Bachelor of Applied Science, Bachelor of Professional Studies or another bachelor degree.
Students may utilize multiple disciplinary training options in a variety of technical fields. Certificate programs currently without a degree option and students who are taking industry requested specialized courses tailored to employer needs may utilize this pathway to a degree.
Students who are pursuing a program of study where admission is limited (Cardiovascular Technology, Cosmetology, Medical Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Paramedic/Emergency Medical Services, Physical Therapist Assistant, Practical Nursing and Registered Nursing), will be assigned a major of Associate of General Studies until admitted into their selected program.
Curriculum
The matrix below is a sample plan for all coursework required for this program.
(60 Semester Credit Hours)
| Course Number and Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| Any Approved Social Science 1 | 3 |
| BST 1303 Introduction to Computers or CIS 1113 Fundamental Computer Operation | 3 |
| ENGL 1013 Composition I Must pass with a "C" or better |
3 |
| TMAT 1203 Technical Mathematics (or higher math) Must pass with a "C" or better |
3 |
| Technical Elective (or college level course work) |
3 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Course Number and Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENGL 1023 Composition II Must pass with a "C" or better |
3 |
| Technical Electives (or college level course work) |
12 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Course Number and Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| Technical Elective (or college level course work) |
15 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Course Number and Name | Credits |
|---|---|
| Technical Elective (or college level course work) |
15 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
1See appropriate alternatives or substitutions in "General Education Requirements".