Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA)
For this degree, students must complete the equivalent of one year of study of a foreign language at the second-year level or above, earning a C- or better in each course, at Southern Oregon University or another accredited college or university; complete four years of study of a single foreign language at the high school level; or successfully complete a proficiency examination administered by the Foreign Languages and Literatures program. Contact the Foreign Languages and Literatures program for information about the proficiency exam.
Components in the Major
Each academic major leading to a bachelor’s degree includes two upper division requirements for students completing that major.
Writing and Research Component
Demonstrate writing and research skills within the academic field of study chosen as a major. This upper division requirement is in addition to the University Studies writing requirement. It is met through coursework in the major that is designed to encourage the use of professional literature.
Students who have achieved the writing and research goals will be able to:
- systematically identify, locate, and select information and professional literature in both print and electronic formats within the knowledge base of the specific discipline;
- critically evaluate such materials;
- use the materials in a way that demonstrates understanding and synthesis of the subject matter; and
- develop cohesive research papers that use data and professional literature as evidence to support an argument or thesis following the style and conventions within the discipline of the major.
Capstone Experience
Complete a capstone experience designed to focus on and provide understanding of the major field of study. Each program specifies the manner in which its majors must meet these requirements. There is variation among fields of study. Please refer to the program listing of major requirements for details regarding the implementation of these requirements.