Undergraduate Extended Accelerator Pathway (3-Term) - Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies (STEM)

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When you study anthropology, you will learn an interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving that connects human behavior to cultures, histories, economics and politics. With their deep understanding of human diversity and global cultures, anthropologists are in high demand in fields like education, law, library science, museum administration and curatorship, advertising and marketing, public and civil service, medicine, dentistry, pharmaceuticals, and public health.

• Benefit from a well-rounded education that centers on unique research opportunities working alongside top faculty in the field.
• Design an individualized program of study that rewards your curiosity and allows you to pursue your own area of interest in the human experience.
• Develop the intellectual tools to enter graduate school or the workforce as an engaged global citizen with an exceptional understanding of human connections, cultures and diversity.

With a focus on problem-solving and analytical thinking, physics gives you a truly 21st-century skill set. Our physics students have gone on to become successful engineers (civil, biomedical, electrical or mechanical), researchers, computational scientists and teachers.

• Receive one-on-one attention in small classes from exceptional professors who are committed to your success.
• Conduct research in cutting-edge facilities on campus and present your findings at conferences nationwide.
• Tailor your degree to your interests and goals, then graduate prepared to chart your own unique career path.

The profession of accounting is constantly growing and changing—in theories, regulations and practices—and is divided into two broad areas: financial or managerial. A BBA in accounting combines the fundamentals of a business program with concentrated coursework in accounting, preparing graduates to tackle complex business issues upon graduation and into the future. Earning a BBA will have you ready to launch into a successful accounting career in the public and private sectors.

• You’ll be career-ready by the time you graduate, thanks to our unique Willumstad Winning Edge program. You’ll create your résumé, practice your interviewing skills, and get tech credentials like Microsoft Excel certification; you’ll get valuable experience through internships and job shadowing; and you’ll make career connections through our many networking opportunities. You’ll also have your own Edge adviser—in addition to your academic adviser—who will help you create a personalized program geared to your career goals.
• You’ll learn in small classes taught by faculty dedicated to your academic and career success.
• If you enroll in one of our fifth year graduate degree programs, you’ll have the opportunity to prepare for the CPA Exam in on-campus or online classes run by an industry leader, Becker Professional Education.
• You’ll gain valuable internship and career opportunities through our program’s strong connections with accounting firms and successful alumni around the globe.

Both the BA and BFA unlock exciting career opportunities in the visual arts. If you dream of becoming a professional artist or designer, a BFA will provide you with the training and confidence to build your own studio practice, then apply for artist residencies or an MFA. If you’re interested in a career in curating, art direction, web design, multimedia animation, art conservation or arts administration, a BA—a liberal arts degree—will help you develop highly marketable professional skills like analysis, critical thinking and problem solving.

• Receive one-to-one attention in small classes from successful artists and seasoned educators.
• Tailor your degree to your unique interests and goals with courses in painting, printmaking, photography, digital art, illustration/cartooning, ceramics and sculpture.
• Graduate career-ready with the portfolio and practical experience you need to succeed outside the classroom.

This degree opens the door to a variety of health- and fitness-related careers, including as a physical therapist, physician’s assistant, nurse, personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, chiropractor, occupational therapist, medical doctor or researcher.

• Benefit from personal attention in small classes as well as ongoing individualized academic and professional advising.
• Gain practical experience in state-of-the-art facilities under the supervision of distinguished faculty.
• Graduate with the tools to launch a successful career in strength and conditioning, exercise leadership, personal training or pre-physical therapy.

Kickstart your career in market research consulting, brand management, business development or green marketing. Become an entrepreneur, public relations or advertising/promotions manager, or search marketing strategist.

• Benefit from the Willumstad Winning Edge—six steps to boosting career success in any field of business.
• Build relationships with industry leaders by completing class projects for real-world clients like 1-800-Flowers.com, GEICO and Jovia Financial Credit Union.
• Leverage Adelphi’s career connections—internship placements, résumé guidance, job shadowing and more—to land your dream job right after graduation.

A computer science degree opens the door to a successful career in many fields including industry, research and marketing. You can work as a software engineer, systems architect or data engineer, or you can become a specialist in the quickly growing fields of cybersecurity or cryptography.

• Learn in small classes with expert faculty who are focused on your success.
• Work one-to-one with faculty advisers to select one or more areas of specialization, such as software engineering, cybersecurity, game programming, applied science and foundations of computer science.
• Be career-ready upon graduation or study for one more year in our accelerated master’s degree program.

A psychology degree opens the door to a career in many fields—banking, law,
medicine, research, marketing, human resources and counseling/therapy practice. You can work as a clinical psychologist, a guidance counselor or a mental health counselor with additional training or schooling. Or you can become a researcher or professor by pursuing doctoral studies.

• Study in small classes with expert faculty and learn through internships in local organizations.
• Gain a real research experience working directly with faculty through our Emerging Scholars Program —a yearlong intensive independent study.
• Graduate ready for a career or graduate school.

A Master of Science in Biology from Adelphi opens up a wide range of career paths. Some graduates go on to medical or dental school. Others participate in research doctoral programs. Many others go on to successful careers in biotechnology, public health, or environmental law.

To help you with your career goals, during your M.S. in Biology program you have the option to concentrate in one of three areas:

• Molecular biology
• Physiology
• Ecology, evolution, and conservation biology

A bachelor’s degree in history involves the study of people in different times and places, which develops moral judgment and expands our understanding of power, cultures, worldviews and what it is to be human. You’ll be prepared for further graduate studies, as well as the intellectual demands of many other professions, including law, education, journalism, civil service and business.

• Learn in small classes with world-class faculty who teach traditional and innovative techniques of historical investigation to gain a rich new perspective on the present, including the use of Adelphi’s University Archives and Special Collections for research.
• Build a deeper understanding of change within human societies that can be applied to a variety of careers.
• Grow as a scholar with the opportunity to present your work and grow as a leader at a variety of regional and national research conferences, or participate in fieldwork nationally or abroad.