VISIONS Advising Information
| Program | Visions Available? | Suggested Courses | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts and Sciences | |||
| Art | Yes* | ART 120, ART 140, ART 150, ART 529, ART 535, ART 540 | *Beg. undergrad courses available. Advanced courses require portfolio AND instructor permission. Some courses may require prerequisites. |
| Biology | Yes | All 500 level courses | Must have prerequisites or permission from instructor. |
| Broadcasting/Cinema | Yes | BCN 515, 526, 527, 528, 620, & 625 | Students are welcome in the studies courses, however, graduate level film and video production courses are limited to MFA students. |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | Yes | CHE 536, 553, 555, 556, 557, 570, 632, 641, 656, 661 & 663 | Pay special attention to prerequisites. It is recommended that students have an undergrad degree in chemistry or other science with a strong chemistry background. |
| Classical Studies | Yes | Depends on student interest and background | Contact Director of Graduate Study via email at dbwharto@uncg.edu |
| Communication Studies | Yes | 500 level courses 600 level courses may be open on to Visions students a space-available basis. Contact Dr. Bracci for information |
Contact Dr. Bracci for more information at slbracci@uncg.edu or call 334-5297 |
| English | No | None | None |
| Geography | Yes | Depends on student interest and background. | Contact Director of Graduate Study via email at rsstine@uncg.edu |
| History | Yes | 500 level courses | Contact Laurie O'Neill at 336-334-5992 or lponeill@uncg.edu |
| Liberal Studies | Yes | MLS 610, 620, and 630 | Contact Division of Continual Learning: Julee Johnson. |
| Mathematics and Statistics | Yes | Depends on student interest and background. | Contact the department at (336) 334-5836. |
| Political Science | Yes | Elective courses not restricted to MPA students. | Contact the Director of Graduate Study before registering for courses - Dr. Kenneth Klase (336) 334-5989 |
| Psychology | No | None | None |
| Romance Languages | French - Yes Spanish - Yes* |
Students who plan on pursuing an MA degree: any 400 or 500 level course with an analytical paper. | *Ultimately it depends on prior linguistic skills. Contact the DGS for linguistic evaluation and more info. Dr. Campo (French) Dr. Grossi (Spanish) |
| Sociology | Yes | Registration as a VISIONS student is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. | Contact course instructor if known, otherwise contact Dr. David Mitchell (336) 334-3578 or dfmitche@uncg.edu. |
| Theatre | Yes | Scenery/Lighting/Costume - Any 3 of the 500 level design courses | Call Connie Prater at 334-4076 or contact Deb Bell, Director of Graduate Study, at deb_bell@uncg.edu. They will provide you with the name and phone number of an advisor related to your program of interest. |
| Any of the Summer Institute for Theatre courses for enrichment or for state licensure requirements. | |||
| Child Drama Program - THE 596 and THE 598 | |||
| Business and Economics | |||
| Accounting | Yes* | ACC 201, ACC 202 | *Only ACC 201 and ACC 202 are available to VISIONS students. |
| Business Administration | Yes | ENT 600, 601, 602, 603, 604, 605 & 606 | |
| Economics | Yes* | Contact the department at 334-5463 about taking necessary undergraduate prerequisite courses in the fall and spring to begin the MA program in Applied Economics (fall semester entry only) | Prerequisite Courses: ECO 301, 319, 346, 351 |
| Information Systems | Yes* | ISM 601, 602, 604, & 605 | *Special permission from the department is required. |
| Education | |||
| Counseling & Educational Development | Yes | CED 574 | Call 334-3434 for inquiries about admissions, campus tours, etc. |
| Curriculum & Instruction PhD-Higher Education |
Yes | CUI 600, 606, 611, 661 | Students should be reminded that taking a Visions course does not guarantee acceptance into a degree program. They should apply ASAP and discuss educational plans with Director of Graduate Study or other faculty member. |
| Curriculum & Instruction PhD-Teacher Education |
Yes | CUI 750, CUI 748, CUI 654, ERM 680 | |
| Curriculum & Instruction MEd-Teacher Leadership |
Yes | CUI 669, CUI 545, ERM 605 or ERM 604(may not take both 604 & 605) | |
| Curriculum & Instruction MEd-Classroom Practice |
Maybe | Contact department as Classroom Practice programs vary. | Consult with advisor before taking any courses as Visions student. |
| Educational Leadership & Cultural Foundations | Yes | Depends on the student's future objectives. Please consult with the department. | Contact the Department |
| Curriculum & Teaching - Cultural Studies | Yes | ELC 697, ELC 696 & ELC 615 | Contact Dr. Shapiro at (336) 334-3466 for more info |
| Educational Research Methodology | Yes | ERM 604 & ERM 617 | |
| Library & Information Studies | Yes | LIS 600, LIS 620, LIS 650, LIS 653 | Contact department. Only 9 hours are transferrable into a degree program. |
| Special Education | Yes | Depends on student interest. | Contact Dr. Niemeyer (336) 334-3447 or janiemey@uncg.edu) or visit website at www.uncg.edu/ses for program options |
| Health and Human Performance | |||
| Communication Sciences & Disorders | Yes* | None | *Only to students already possessing a master's degree in the field. |
| Dance | Yes* | Contact the Department to discuss your interests and goals and available courses | *Space available basis only. Some courses may require prerequisites or be restricted to admitted graduate students. Contact the Graduate Coordinator, Dr. John Gamble or Dr. Jill Green. |
| Kinesiology | Yes | Depends on student interest | Contact department faculty in their area of interest for suggestion of relevant courses. |
| Public Health Education | Yes | HEA 601, 602, 604, 608, 640, 645 | For more info contact Dr. Mike Perko, 334-3240. |
| Recreation, Tourism, and Hospitality Management | Yes | RPT 611 in the Fall and RPT 613 in the Spring | Contact Director of Graduate Study to discuss career and program goals. Dr. Stuart Schleien 334-3797 |
| Human Environmental Sciences | |||
| Consumer, Apparel, and Retail Studies | Yes | CRS 530, 563, 605 RCS 560, 562 |
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| Interior Architecture | Yes* | Selected IAR courses EXCEPT 501, 602, studio, 645, & 631 | *Must have related undergrad design degree. For more info contact Director of Graduate Study at jrleimen@uncg.edu. |
| Human Development & Family Studies | Yes | HDF 641, 642, 644, 650, 651, 652, 654 | VISIONS classes are only available with the permission of instructor. |
| Nutrition | Yes | NTR 309, 413, 550, 560 (Note prerequisites for each course) |
Visit website for more info or contact the Director of Graduate Study Keith Erikson |
| Social Work | No | None | None |
| School of Music | |||
| All areas | Yes | Visions students wishing to take music classes must get the approval of William Carroll, School of Music | wpcarrol@uncg.edu |
| School of Nursing | |||
| All areas | Yes | Nursing Administration: NUR 540 and 541 | Visit with faculty to discuss plans for pursuing a grad degree. |
| Nursing Education: NUR 550 and NUR 551 | |||
| Nurse Anesthesia: NUR 550 recommended. (will not count toward degree) | |||
| Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner: NUR 550 | |||
| MSN/MBA: NUR 540 | |||
| Interdisciplinary Programs | |||
| Conflict Studies and Dispute Resolution | Yes | CNR 600, 601, 610, 611 and all program electives | Consult with program director for program electives list |
| Genetic Counseling | No | Students interested in the program should take upper level genetics, biochemistry and statistics as prerequisites. Visit website at www.uncg.edu/gen or call for more info. | |
| Gerontology | Yes | GRO 501, GRO 610, GRO 676 | Contact Department for more info. 256-1020. Visit website at www.uncg.edu/gro for updates. |
| Women's and Gender Studies | Yes | Some limited availability in cross-listed courses is possible, with permission of the instructor. For further information, contact the department | levillav@uncg.edu |