Catalog - Virginia Intermont College

Programs of Study 83
ACADEMIC ORGANIZATION
The fields of study are grouped into three divisions:
Arts and Sciences - Biology, Chemistry, Classics, Cultural Heritage Studies, English,
History, Languages, Legal Studies, Mathematics, Philosophy, Pre-Law, Political
Science, Psychology, Religion, Sociology, and Geography courses
Fine Arts - Art, Music, Photography, Speech, Theatre
Professional Studies - Business Administration, Economics, Education, Equine
Studies, Physical Education, Social Work, Sport Management, Equine Assisted
Growth & Learning
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Virginia Intermont offers four-year programs of study leading to the Bachelor of
Arts degree, Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, Bachelor of Science degree, Bachelor
of Social Work degree, and two-year programs leading to the Associate in Arts
degree. The Associate in Arts programs include terminal, pre-professional, and
general education curriculums.
A major is the field of study in which the student specializes while earning a
degree. It consists of at least 30 but no more than 58 semester hours. This includes
all courses required for the major whether within or outside of the discipline.
Students in baccalaureate programs may complete a double major by fulfilling
the requirements of two four-year curricula as outlined in this catalog. Those
planning double majors are cautioned that each semester’s work load must be
planned very carefully and that it may not be possible to complete some double
major combinations in four years. Students with double majors will be allowed to
earn a second degree from Virginia Intermont as long as all requirements for the
second degree are met.
Minor fields of study are also offered in several disciplines. A minor consists of
18 to 25 semester hours. Students are encouraged to select a minor in addition
to their major field of study in order to broaden their career possibilities and
enhance their educational experience. Programs of study are outlined in the
following pages. Modifications may be made to fulfill special needs and interests
or to meet future educational and career plans. All proposed changes must be
approved by the student’s faculty adviser and the Vice President for Academic
Affairs/Provost.
Courses numbered in the 100 and 200 series are lower division courses and are
open to all students; 300 and 400 level courses are upper division offerings and
are usually open only to juniors and seniors. Exceptions to this policy must be
approved by the course instructor.
Virginia Intermont College 2012–2013 College Catalog