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Interdisciplinary Science, B.A.


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About the Program


Adviser: Professor Dr. Emanuele Curotto

  • Preparation for Optometry combined program
  • Compatible for transfer students
  • Opportunities to study abroad at some of the top universities around the world

This specialized program is specifically designed for students in the Optometry combined program and is granted only after acceptance into Salus University after three years at Arcadia, and completion of a year’s work at that institution.  Students in this program must select a conventional major, probably in either chemistry or biology, that can be completed by spending a fourth year at Arcadia.

Requirements


(68 credits as listed below, with Undergraduate Curriculum requirements and electives to total 128.)

Course substitutions in keeping with a student’s intended career can be made with the approval of the program adviser.

Four Chemistry Courses


Three or Four Biology Courses


One of the Following Courses in Biology or Chemistry:


Minimum of Four Electives


(or five courses if BI 211 is completed) in Chemistry, Physics or Biology. Included must be either BI 490  or CH 490 .

Two Mathematics or Computer Science Courses


Recommended Courses


  • (4 Credits)
  • One year or more of a Modern Language.
  • Appropriate Mathematics electives.

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