Bachelor's in Liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies

The highly customizable online Bachelor of Arts in Liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies degree connects learning in the humanities and social sciences to your professional life. Choose from concentrations in Humanities, Social Sciences, General Psychology, Professional Studies, Archaeology, Asian Studies, Religious Studies, International and Global Affairs and Development, International and Global Arts and Belief Systems, International and Global Human Rights, Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Russian Studies, or Videogaming & Esports Studies.

Bachelor’s in liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies program distinctions

• The innovative fully online Bachelor’s in Liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies (BLIS) program takes a truly interdisciplinary approach. BLIS connects courses shared with more than 30 departments and programs across UNCG so you can pursue a breadth of career and personal interests across many different areas.
• Liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies students excel academically, receiving the highest honors and accolades. BLIS students have earned membership in the nationally renowned Phi Beta Kappa honor society for the liberal arts and sciences; nomination for UNCG’s prestigious Student Excellence Award; membership in the Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars; and completion of UNCG’s Global Leadership Program.

Customized Learning Pathways

UNCG’s Bachelor’s in Liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies degree gives you the freedom to create your own learning pathway. You’ll partner with a dedicated faculty advisor to tailor your program of study to your life and career goals. Choose from one of several dedicated liberal studies concentrations — Humanities, Social Sciences, General Psychology, Professional Studies, Archaeology, Asian Studies, Religious Studies, International and Global Affairs and Development, International and Global Arts and Belief Systems, International and Global Human Rights, Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Russian Studies, or Videogaming & Esports Studies. Then, depending on which concentration you choose, you can further customize your courses with your own interests. You can even take up to 12 hours of courses of your choice from other compatible institutions that meet the BLIS requirements. With innovative courses from over 30 different academic departments and the flexibility to design your own degree, BLIS truly allows you to find your way to the future you want.  

the Liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies student experience

• Complete your degree fully online, with no set class meeting times. 
• 7- and 14-week courses are available.
• Develop key life and career skills through your liberal arts education with BLIS, such as critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and more.
• Customize your degree to fit your needs and interests. Choose from innovative interdisciplinary UNCG courses in the humanities, social sciences, fine arts, literature, history, philosophy, religion, and ethics.

gain Career-Ready Skills for YOUR Future

UNCG’s B.A. in Liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies equips you for an ever-evolving job market, developing you into a highly adaptable professional ready to succeed in any field. At the core of this bachelor’s in interdisciplinary studies are powerful skills in critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and analytical reasoning skills. BLIS complements these essential skills employers are seeking with the wide-ranging knowledge you’ll develop in a liberal studies degree. No matter which path of study you take through BLIS, you’re developing a uniquely well-rounded professional education that will help you stay relevant and in demand in any career field you can think of.  

After Graduating with your liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies Degree

• According to a recent study by NCHEMS, four out of five employers think all students should acquire broad knowledge in the liberal arts and sciences. As a BLIS graduate, you’ll be equipped with a wide range of versatile liberal arts and sciences skills employers are looking for, such as critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, analytical reasoning, and more.
• You’re prepared to elevate your career — or launch a whole new one in a wide range of industries: management, human resources, law, sales, marketing, journalism, public relations, social work, counseling, among many others.

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