ISD 4498: Interdisciplinary Studies Capstone

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite: ISD 3100 and completion of at least 90 credit hours
This Capstone course prepares students to understand the methods and advantages of their interdisciplinary education. In this course, students demonstrate the ability to formulate, research, and address complex, interdisciplinary problems through a major creative and/or scholastic work. Additionally, the course helps prepare students for graduation by developing post-graduate and career-oriented skills. These two parts, the academic and applied, once integrated, represent the skills and knowledge students need to successfully transition from university to life after graduation.

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Apply broad-based knowledge and critical thinking in multiple discrete areas of study.

Construct written research and/or creative work reflecting strong interdisciplinary academic inquiry practices.

Demonstrate an ability to partition and interpret information or events using the most appropriate area of study’s toolset.

Integrate disciplinary perspectives and apply interdisciplinary modes of inquiry to contemporary political, social, scientific and/or humanitarian questions.

Explain and justify interdisciplinary studies and its advantages.

Compose a professional resume, cover letter or other relevant materials, and illustrate skills that will contribute to post-graduation career success.