Interdisciplinary Studies Major (BA/BS)
The Interdisciplinary Studies major grants undergraduate students the flexibility in crafting their own academic focus as they work towards degree completion. Students enjoy the option of choosing two core disciplines for their degree's concentrations. While the degree stresses critical thinking and writing skills like all DBU programs, the interdisciplinary major is designed for students seeking broader opportunities as they pursue God's calling.
- Total Credit Hours: 120 Minimum**
- Program Length: 4 Years (average) for full-time students
- Course Descriptions
- Humanities and Social Sciences Minors
** Check individual degree requirements for specific total credit hours.
Designed to Meet Your Needs
Course Convenience
DBU offers classes in a variety of formats, including:
- Classroom
- Hybrid (Classroom and Online)*
- Online*
*Selected courses are available in the formats listed. View the current Schedule of Classes for specific courses.
Classes Start
Generally, classes begin four times a year:
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
- Winter
Credit Hour Overview
As required for all Bachelor’s degrees, students must complete the following:
- General Studies Courses (i.e., English, History, Mathematics)
- Designated Courses in the Chosen Major
- Electives*
- Lower-Level Electives (1000-2000 level courses)
- Upper-Level Electives (3000-4000 level courses)
- 42 Hours of Upper-Level Courses must be completed as part of all bachelor’s degrees
- Minimum Total Credit Hours Required: 120 Credit Hours**
*Courses chosen by the student that will count toward a bachelor's degree, but may not be directly related to the degree program being pursued.
**Check individual degree requirements for specific total credit hours.
Travel Opportunities
In addition to mission trips, DBU periodically offers students travel opportunities for earn course credit.