Interdisciplinary Studies
Program of Study
The program of study consists of three components: an area of concentration, the program core, and the capstone sequence.
I. Area of Concentration (20-28 credits)
Students in the program gain depth of knowledge in a specific field by choosing an area of concentration and completing 20-28 credits of coursework in that field. The area of concentration allows students to specialize in a discipline or area that reflects their educational and professional goals, and can be selected from among any of the majors, minors, or concentrations offered at SUNYIT. Students with specialized curricular interests, such as those planning to apply to graduate programs in fields such as law, education, and library science, may design an area of concentration that will best prepare them for achieving their goals.
II. Program Core (24 credits)
The program core provides students with the breadth of knowledge and the critical, analytical, and communication skills needed to situate and apply their individual concentrations within a larger intellectual, social, and cultural context. The IDS program core is built around three interdisciplinary areas of inquiry that prompt students to think about, analyze, and understand the complex, interrelated world in which we live.
III. Capstone Sequence (8 credits)
The culmination of the program is a two-course capstone sequence in which students demonstrate mastery of their area of concentration and its integration with the IDS program core. Students are encouraged to design projects that prepare them to achieve their next goal, whether academic or professional.
In addition to demonstrating knowledge and skills through the capstone project, students may also take up to 4 credits of internships to gain additional experience in their chosen area of specialization.