Deaf Studies B.A.
Mission Statement
Through the study of American Sign Language (ASL), Deaf culture, and interpreting, students in the BA in Deaf Studies program learn to improve intercultural communication and bridge cultural divides, ultimately reducing inequality and strengthening our community. The core of this degree provides a strong overview of Deaf studies, while specialized tracks provide students with additional training in interpreting or education.
Learning Outcomes
- Communicate in ASL at an advanced level
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of Deaf culture and Deaf history
- Interpret between ASL and spoken English at a beginning level
- Explain the dynamics of social inequality and the importance of improving intercultural communication.
Curriculum
Recommended Schedule
A recommended course sequence for Deaf Studies B.A. is provided for students as guidance to complete their major in four years.
General Electives (31-44 Credits)
Upper-Division Electives (18 Credits)
Complete 18 credits in any 300+ level course not already required in the degree.
General Electives
Complete general elective credits to bring total overall credits to 120.
College Core Curriculum (31-45)
English (3-8 credits)
Refer to the English section of the Core Curriculum
Study and Technology Skills (0-3 credits)
Refer to the Study and Technology Skills section of the Core Curriculum
Mathematics (3-5 credits)
Refer to the Mathematics section of the Core Curriculum
Natural Sciences (7-8 credits)
Refer to the Natural Sciences section of the Core Curriculum
Social Sciences (3 credits)
Refer to the Social Sciences section of the Core Curriculum
Fine Arts (3 credits)
Refer to the Fine Arts section of the Core Curriculum
Humanities (6 credits)
| AM 145 | American Sign Language I | 3.00 |
| AM 146 | American Sign Language II | 3.00 |
Constitution (3-6 credits)
Refer to the Constitution section of the Core Curriculum
Cultural Diversity (3 credits)
Refer to the Cultural Diversity section of the Core Curriculum
Major Requirements (45 Credits)
Foundations (11 Credits)
| AM 147 | American Sign Language III | 3.00 |
| AM 148 | American Sign Language IV | 3.00 |
| AM 149 | American Sign Language V | 3.00 |
| AM 160 | Fingerspelling, Numbers, and Glossing | 2.00 |
Deaf Culture (12 Credits)
| AM 253 | Deaf Culture | 3.00 |
| AM 254 | Deaf History | 3.00 |
| AM 400 | Topics in Deaf Studies | 3.00 |
| AM 410 | ASL Storytelling, Literature, and Folklore | 3.00 |
ASL Interpreting (10 Credits)
| AM 205 | Introduction to Interpreting | 4.00 |
| AM 305 | Intermediate Interpreting | 3.00 |
| AM 320 | Professional Issues in Interpreting | 3.00 |
Advanced ASL (9 Credits)
| AM 300 | Advanced ASL Conversation | 3.00 |
| AM 390 | ASL Structure | 3.00 |
| AM 490 | Advanced Topics in ASL | 3.00 |
Cultural Context (3 Credits)
Please select one course from the following:
Summary of Credit Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Deaf Studies
College Core Curriculum
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31-44 |
Major Requirements
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45 |
Electives (at least 18 credits must be Upper Division)
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31-44 |
Total Credits
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120 |