Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Arts in Education

The Bachelor of Arts in Education combines specific studies with the theory and practice of primary teaching. The program provides a comprehensive knowledge of the theoretical foundations of education, curriculum studies, methodological aspects, instruction techniques and more. The curriculum of the program will be beneficial to students seeking employment in the field of education or wishing to pursue further education to receive graduate degree in the related sphere.

Bachelor of Arts in Child and Family Development

The Bachelor's Degree in Family and Child Development places an emphasis on the basic processes in child development, exploring the cognitive, social, and emotional development of children from birth to adolescence, and prepares the graduate for working with children in a variety of educational settings. In addition, the program focuses on the family as a unit, how family members communicate and interact, the external influences upon the family, and conditions that influence human growth and the development of the individual within the context of the family. Throughout the program, students will explore classic and contemporary theories of family and child development; examine trends in family formation and dissolution within the context of social change; explore the biological, social, cultural, cognitive, and emotional development of the child; examine cultural, racial, ethnic, class, legal, policy, and gender influences on family life, and more.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program prepares students for a career in law enforcement or corrections. The degree program provides students with knowledge in the areas of U.S. law enforcement, criminology, criminal investigation, and community relations. Available areas of study help students focus on juvenile issues, causes of crime and criminal behavior, corrections and incarceration, investigative procedures and/or forensics and investigative techniques. The Criminal Justice program is designed to help students understand the United States Criminal justice system. The Curriculum offers a useful educational experience and academic skills for students who wish to pursue graduate study or possibly a career as a Police or Corrections Officer, Criminal Investigator, Probation Officer, Customs Officer, Secret Service Officer or Special Agent. There is also a Concentration in Organizational Law Enforcement Leadership available for students interested in the Law Enforcement Leadership studies.

Bachelor of Arts in Emergency and Disaster Management

The undergraduate degree in Emergency and Disaster Management (EDM) is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in emergency management and public safety careers. Throughout the program, students are introduced to the all-hazards approach, emergency and disaster management phases, risk assessment, prevention and management, counter-terrorism, consequence management, mitigation, and recovery. APUS's Emergency and Disaster Management program is accredited by the Foundation of Higher Education for Disaster and Emergency Management and Homeland Security.

Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies

Like the Bachelor of Science in Ministry, the Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies is a comprehensive professional program the purpose of which is to prepare students for service in the church as pulpit ministers, elders, deacons, missionaries, and Bible teachers. The students in this program will be also prepared to hold allied Christian leadership positions in youth services or as ministers of education at large congregations or chaplains in hospitals, the armed forces, universities, and correctional institutions. Additionally, the Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies has a focus on a scholarly approach which gives students the opportunity to pursue advanced degrees such as Amridge University's Master of Arts in Biblical Studies, with a concentration in biblical studies, including exegesis of Scripture in at least one of the original languages in which it was written. Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies Program, the graduate will have: 1. gained skills and knowledge in general education areas that are foundation to life skills and further education; 2. possessed basic knowledge of the Old Testament and the New Testament; 3. had a basic understanding of Christianity; and 4. acquired basic skills in Greek or Hebrew. These outcomes are assessed in the following course. A student may demonstrate achievement of these outcomes by passing the Program Exit Examination administered in the following capstone course: FD 3401 – Hermeneutics.

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

The goal of the BA in Psychology program is to help students to build a broad understanding of social sciences theory and the application of these theories in real-world work environments. Moreover, the program prepares students for graduate study in psychology fields such as counseling, social work, and marriage and family therapy. The curriculum of the program is complementary to the master's and doctoral degree programs in the College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences at Argosy University. Graduates of the program are prepared for a number of entry-level positions including Academic Advisor, Career Advisor, Case Management, Child Care Worker, College Admissions Officer, Community Organizer, Human Resources Administrator, Probation Officer and more. There are three concentrations available within the BA in Psychology program: Criminal Justice, Organizational Psychology, and Substance Abuse. The BA in Psychology can be pursued either on campus or completely online.

Bachelor of Arts in Media and Film Studies

The B.A. in Film and Media Studies provides students with skills that can be applied in a number of fields including entertainment industry, (film, television and new media), local media arts organizations, teaching and research. Based in a broad liberal arts education focused on the humanities, the students graduate from the program with the ability to think analytically and speak and write clearly and persuasively – skills in demand across almost all sectors of the global economy. The program develops these skills through a variety of discussion-based and writing intensive courses. Students can pursue this degree either on Tempe Campus or completely online. Graduates with degrees in Film and Media Studies have secured jobs in the entertainment industry as creative executives, producers, managers, and writers. They work in the media arts, in story and production development, in exhibition, distribution and film, television and video game production. To prepare students for these opportunities, the B.A. in Film with a concentration in film and media studies emphasizes media and society, styles and genres, and screenwriting. We share the same core requirements with the major in Film and Media Studies in the Herberger College of the Arts.