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2014-2015 University Catalog
Applied Science, BAS
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Banner Code: UN-BAS-APLS
Administration
Academic Director: Janette Kenner Muir, Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education
The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) is an undergraduate liberal arts degree program for adult learners. It is designed primarily to deepen student knowledge in an academic area and foster critical thinking, analytic reasoning, and an ability to synthesize information.
The BAS articulates well with specialized Applied Associate Science (AAS) degree programs, providing a streamlined path to completion of traditional academic requirements leading to the baccalaureate degree. It meets students’ professional and personal goals while developing a depth of knowledge and proficiency of skill that translates well to the workplace. However, it is not organized in the same way as a traditional baccalaureate degree. Students planning graduate study should consult with an academic advisor prior to undertaking this degree program.
Admission
As a prerequisite to enrollment in the BAS, students must be at least 7 years out of high school and have received an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree from an accredited two-year institution in an approved area of specialization. The AAS degree will normally fulfill some, but not all, Mason Core requirements. Students who do not meet the 7 year rule may be able to waive this requirement by completing a waiver form available at bas.gmu.edu/apply-now/. |
Degree Requirements
BAS students must fulfill all requirements for bachelor’s degrees including Mason Core requirements, to include 45 credits of upper-level course work. All Mason Core requirements must be met with either George Mason courses or transferrable equivalents.
The minimum credit requirement for a bachelor’s degree is 120 credits; however, while there is some variation between concentration areas, fulfilling all Mason Core requirements and an academic concentration or specialization is likely to require most BAS students to complete at least 63-66 credits at George Mason, which may lead to over 120 credits of coursework in order to receive the degree.
Admitted BAS students will be academically advised by the BAS Program Advisor to plan their course of study including completion of the Mason Core , the BAS concentration or specialization, and any remaining requirements. See bas.gmu.edu for more information.
The following degree plan is based on a student who transfers in a minimum of 30 credits from a completed AAS degree. Some of these credits may count only towards the elective requirement within the BAS degree. Concentrations or Area of Specialization
Concentrations are intended to provide focus for the BAS curriculum in an area relevant to the student’s AAS degree while allowing for the breadth of study associated with a liberal arts baccalaureate degree. Please note that determination of current transfer work for these concentrations may impact course requirements.
In addition to satisfying all Mason Core requirements, students must satisfy the requirements for one of the seven concentrations listed below:
Students who do not wish to pursue a concentration may seek permission to plan a course of study in a specialization outside the concentration areas in collaboration with the program advisor. Core Requirement (3 credits)
Concentration Requirements (39 credits)
One course (3 credits) from the following:
Two courses (6 credits) from the following:
Remaining coursework (18 credits)
In consultation with their advisor, students are required to take an additional 18 credits of coursework to complete the concentration. At least 9 credits must be from the CONF department. Please see scar.gmu.edu/undergraduate/10300#Concentration for the most recent list of approved courses. Electives (variable)
All BAS students are required to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded. ▲ Concentration in Conservation Studies (CNST)
This concentration is in collaboration with New Century College and the Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation. This degree is ideal for students who have earned an AAS in Veterinary Technology. One semester of study at the Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation is required for completion of degree requirements. Core Requirements (9 credits)
Concentration Requirements (28 credits)
All students must complete one of the Smithsonian Semesters listed below: Smithsonian Semester: Conservation, Biodiversity and Society (16 credits)
Smithsonian Semester: Wildlife Ecology and Conservation (16 credits)
Two courses (12 credits) from the following:
Electives (minimum 15 credits required)
Students in this concentration have a minimum of 15 required elective credit hours, selected from the courses listed below.
Please note: All BAS students are required to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded. ▲ Concentration in Cybersecurity (CYBS)
This concentration is in collaboration with the Volgenau School of Engineering and is only available to students who graduate with an AAS degree in Cybersecurity from the Northern Virginia Community College system. Core Requirements (13 credits)
Concentration Requirements (24 credits)
Electives (minimum 15 credits required)
Students in this concentration have 15 credit hours of required elective IT or MSOM coursework, selected in consultation with their advisor.
All BAS students are required to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded. ▲ Concentration in Health, Wellness and Social Services (HWSS)
This concentration is in collaboration with the College of Health and Human Services
To enroll in this concentration, students must have an AAS in one of the following areas:
- Health Information Management
- Hospitality Management, Nutrition Management specialization
- Nursing
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Respiratory Therapy
Core Requirements (18 credits)
Concentration Requirements (12 credits)
To complete the Health, Wellness and Social Services concentration, students must complete one of the two following areas:
- Health Care Administration
- Physical and Mental Health Care Delivery
Health Care Administration
Physical and Mental Health Care Delivery
Electives (variable)
All BAS students are required to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded. Core Requirement (6 credits)
Concentration Requirements (21-26 credits)
Adult Development and Aging (3 credits)
Choose one course from: Family Processes (3-4 credits)
Choose one course from: Diversity (3-6 credits)
Choose one course from: Applied Research Methods (3-4 credits)
Choose one course from: Human Service Delivery (3 credits)
Electives (variable)
All BAS students are required to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded. Core Requirements (9 credits)
Concentration Requirements (27)
Electives (variable)
All BAS students are required to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded. Core Requirements (13 credits)
Concentration Requirements (36 credits)
All courses for this concentration are available in an online format with most offered as asynchronous delivery. Electives (variable)
All BAS students are required to complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of coursework. Students will work with their advisor to determine how to fulfill their outstanding credit hours to ensure they have met all major and university requirements. The number of elective credits that a BAS student may have available will vary by concentration and the amount of applicable transfer coursework the student has been awarded.
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