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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS)
Criminal Justice Concentration (BAAS)
Bachelor of Arts with a Double Major (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Art (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Art
with All Level Certification (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Biology (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Communication
(BA)
Bachelor of Arts with majors in Communication and Spanish (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with majors in Criminal Justice and Political Science (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in English (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in English
with Grades 7 -12 Certification (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in History (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in History
with Grades 7 - 12 Certification (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with majors in History and Political Science (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Mathematics (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Mathematics with Grades 7 - 12 Certification (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Music (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Political
Science (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Psychology (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Sociology (BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Spanish(BA)
Bachelor of Arts with a major in Spanish with All Level Certification (BA)
Bachelor of Music with a major in Music (BM)
Bachelor of Music with a major in Music with All Level Certification (BM)
Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology (BS)
Bachelor of Science with a major in Chemistry
(BS)
Bachelor of Science with a major in Mathematics
(BS)
Bachelor of Science with a major in Systems Engineering (BS)
Bachelor of Science with
a major in Science with Grades 7 - 12 Certification (BS)
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ)
Pre-Engineering Curriculum
Pre-Engineering Curriculum - TAMUK
MINORS
SEE APPENDIX C FOR COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND A.R. SANCHEZ, JR. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS MINORS AVAILABLE.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES (COAS)
The College of Arts and Sciences is the University’s largest and most
comprehensive academic unit. The College enjoys a broad mission in teaching,
research, creative activities, and service to our international community.
The College prepares students to:
Our graduate programs produce quality professionals with advanced technical and research skills who are dedicated to their discipline and have a desire to improve society.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES:
See Academic Regulations -Undergraduate for specific TAMIU regulations.
Criteria for Admission
The student must:
· Be pursuing an academic major at TAMIU
· Must be in good standing with the University and have a minimum 2.5 overall GPA
· Submit an application for admission to the program to the Office of Student Orientation, Leadership and Engagement
COMBINED
BA/MA, BS.MS DEGREE
Undergraduate students with majors in Communication, English, Criminal Justice, History, Mathematics, Political Science, Psychology or Sociology may pursue a combined BA/MA, BA/MS or BS/MS program. Students with an overall GPA of 3.2 or higher and a field GPA of 3.5 (3.25 for Mathematics) or higher (after completing at least six 3000-4000 level SCH; 9 SCH in Political Science with 3 SCH at the 3000-4000 level) may apply for admission to the Master of Arts/Master of Science program during their junior year. Students accepted into the program will begin taking graduate courses during the senior year. Students must attain a “B” in their coursework to remain in and continue the combined program.
Students will need to complete all admission requirements to the program during their junior year. This includes: Application to the University for admission to graduate study and submission of an official copy of the student’s undergraduate transcript to the Dean of Graduate Studies. The student must also submit two letters of recommendation, one from the student’s faculty advisor and one from another faculty member. Interruption of progress toward the degree may result in the requirement to reapply to the program and include meeting the GRE requirement. (Note: Only Counseling Psychology requires the GRE.)
Students seeking the BA/MA degree in Communication, English, History and Political Thought concentrating in History, History and Political Science, or Political Science or Sociology take up to nine SCH of graduate coursework during the senior year. Students may count a portion or all of these graduate hours toward their undergraduate degree requirements or save a portion or all of them to count toward the graduate degree requirements. Graduate courses used toward the undergraduate degree requirements may not be counted towards the graduate degree requirements.
Undergraduate students with a major in Criminal Justice or Psychology may pursue a combined BS/MS or a BA/MS program. Students seeking the BS/MS degree in Criminal Justice or the BA/MS in Psychology may take up to nine SCH of graduate coursework during the senior year. Students may count a portion or all of these graduate hours toward their undergraduate degree requirements or save a portion or all of them to count toward the graduate degree requirements. Graduate courses used toward the undergraduate degree requirements may not be counted towards the graduate degree requirements. Students electing to complete the BS/MS in Criminal Justice are eligible for either the thesis or non-thesis option.
Undergraduate students enrolled in the BA or BS in Mathematics (not the BA in Mathematics with 7-12 Certification) may pursue a combined BA/BS/MS program. Students seeking the BA/BS/MS degree in mathematics may take up to nine SCH of graduate coursework during the senior year. Students may count a portion or all of these graduate hours toward their undergraduate degree requirements or save a portion or all of them to count toward the graduate degree requirements. Graduate courses used toward the undergraduate degree requirements may not be counted towards the graduate degree requirements. Students electing to complete the BA/BS/MS in Mathematics are eligible for either the thesis or non-thesis option.
DISCUSSION SECTION
In selected laboratory courses, under the course description segment,
a discussion section may be indicated. This is in-class discussion in lieu
of a formal laboratory.
INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
The International Language Institute (ILI) offers language instruction in English as a
second language, TOEFL Preparation, English Conversation, Spanish, Italian, Hebrew, Japanese, and Mandarin. Courses are designed to meet the needs of individuals interested in preparing for social/professional growth in these languages or for those preparing for academic course work in the
United States. Applicants must be 18 years or older or high school graduates.
The ILI offers six levels of English as a Second Language (ESL). Students completing these earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs). The higher levels, 4, 5, and 6, can be taken for academic credit through the General University. A placement test is used to evaluate student level. The courses are given in an intensive format (8 weeks) or the semi-intensive format (16 weeks). Each level consists of 160 hours of instruction in listening, speaking, grammar, reading, and writing and requires additional work in the multimedia lab. Students who complete level 6 with a “B” or better are exempt from the TOEFL requirement when applying for admission to Texas A&M International University.
Spanish, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, and Mandarin are offered in beginning and intermediate levels. These semester-long classes are taught in the communicative approach which emphasizes the functional use of language. Vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, listening, reading, writing, and culture are taught in an integrated format. Students completing the foreign language courses earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
International Language Institute
Texas A&M International University
Pellegrino Hall, Room 302
5201 University Boulevard
Laredo, Texas 78041-1900, U.S.A.
(956) 326-2136 Fax: (956) 326-2909
MUSIC ENSEMBLE PARTICIPATION AND REQUIREMENTS
PRE-LAW STUDENTS
To be eligible for admission to law school the student must have
completed a baccalaureate degree. In addition, each applicant to law school
must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). This test is usually taken
during October of the senior year. While law schools consider a variety of
factors, the LSAT score and undergraduate performance are generally given
the most weight in determining which applicants will be admitted to a given
law school.
The first two years of study for pre-law students are similar to the core curriculum courses taken by all students at Texas A&M International University. The final two years will be used to fulfill the remaining requirements of an undergraduate degree.
Law schools do not require that students select any particular major or sequence of courses as undergraduates. However, according to the Association of American Law Schools, a prelegal education should emphasize oral and written communication skills, a critical understanding of social institutions, and analytical thinking. Therefore, with regard to the selection of appropriate electives, pre-law students should seek the advice of a pre-law advisor in the College of Arts and Sciences.
The following courses are some of those recommended as electives for the pre-law student: BA 3310, COMM 4323, ECO 1301, PHIL 2301, PSCI 3313, PSCI 3314, PSCI 4311, PSCI 4312, PSCI 4326 or any 3000-4000 level English course.
In addition to helping pre-law students with the selection
of course electives, the pre-law advisor can assist students in obtaining
information about particular law schools, LSAT preparation, and the activities
of the pre-law student organization.
PRE-MEDICAL AND PRE-DENTAL PROGRAM
Students seeking to qualify for entrance to professional schools
in medicine or dentistry are encouraged to meet regularly with an assigned
pre-health career advisor in the College of Arts and Sciences. Pre-Medical
and Pre-Dental advisors can tailor individual degree plans to meet the specific
entrance requirements for each discipline and professional school.
The vast majority of students entering medical or dental school must complete four-years of college work. The curriculum offered by the College of Arts and Sciences provides a solid foundation in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics. However, a student does not have to major in biology or chemistry to meet medical and dental school prerequisites as long as the student successfully completes the following courses:
Principles of Biology I | 4 SCH |
Principles of Biology II | 4 SCH |
Principles of Biology III | 4 SCH |
General Chemistry I & II | 8 SCH |
Organic Chemistry I & II | 8 SCH |
University/College Physics I and II | 8 SCH |
English | 6 SCH |
Students are encouraged to discuss their application plans during their sophomore year, and to take Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), Dental Admission Test (DAT), or any of the appropriate professional entrance examinations, in April of their junior year.
TEACHER EDUCATION
Students pursuing a Bachelor degree in the College of Arts and Sciences may include teacher certification for 7-12 or All-Level. Teacher Certification in grades 7-12 is offered in the following areas: English, History, Mathematics and Science, and Spanish. All-Level certification is available in Arts, Music and Spanish.
Students interested in earning a degree with Teacher Certification must declare their intention to do so in the Registrar's Office by completing the required paperwork. Degree plans leading to Teacher Certification may be obtained in the Registrar's Office or in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Students may contact the Certification Office for information about requirements for Teacher Certification. Additional information is included in the introduction section of the College of Education in this catalog.
PRE ENGINEERING PROGRAM-TAMUK
1. Hours for transfer: 66-87 SCH may transfer. Minimum of 42 SCH for automatic transfer.
2. Core Curriculum: 42 SCH including ENGL 1301, 1302; MATH 2413; CHEM 1111/1311, PHYS 2125/2325; 3 SCH from ENGL 2322 or ENGL 2323 or ENGL 2327 or ENGL 2328 orENGL 2332 or ENGL 2333 or PHIL 1301; ARTS 1303; HIST 1301 and HIST 1302; PSCI 2305 and PSCI 2306; ECO 2301 or PSYC 2301 or SOCI 1306; COMM 1315.
3. Other requirements: 10-15 including PHYS 2326; PHYS 2126 (not required for Mechanical Engineering); MATH 2414; MATH 2415 (Math elective in Architectural Engineering and Civil Engineering, not required for Environmental Engineering and Natural Gas Engineering); MATH 3330.
4. Major: Architectural and Civil Engineering (22 SCH) – BIOL 1306/1106 or GEOL 1303/1103; ENGR 1201 and ENGR 1204; ENGR 2303/2103; ENGR 2305/2105; ENGR 2372; SENG 3300. Chemical Engineering (23 SCH) – BIOL 1306/1106; CHEM 1412; CHEM 2423; CHEM 2425; COSC 1336/1136; SENG 3300. Electrical Engineering (14 SCH) – COSC 1336/1136;ENGR 2303/2103; MATH 3310; SENG 3300. Environmental Engineering (30 SCH) – BIOL 1306/1106; CHEM 1412; CHEM 2423; COSC 1336/1136; ENGR 1201; ENGR 1204; ENGR 2303/2103; ENGR 2372; SENG 3300. Mechanical Engineering (18 SCH) – ENGR 1201 and ENGR 1204; ENGR 2303/2103; ENGR 2305/2105; ENGR 2372; SENG 3300. Natural Gas Engineering (23 SCH) – CHEM 1412; CHEM 2423; COSC 1336/1136; GEOL 1303/1103; ENGR 2303/2103; ENGR 2372.
PROGRAM OF STUDY - BACHELOR OF APPLIED ARTS AND SCIENCES
Degree Requirements for the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences
PROGRAMS OF STUDY -
BACHELOR OF ARTS
Degree Requirements for the BA with Double Majors in specific disciplines.
Degree Requirements for the BA with Major in Art with All Level Certification
Degree Requirements for the BA with a Major in Biology
Degree Requirements for the BA with a Major in Communication
Degree Requirements for the BA with Majors in Communication and Spanish
Degree Requirements for the BA with major in Criminal Justice and Political Science
1. Required: A minimum of 120 semester credit hours (SCH): 45 hours must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements as specified in the “Requirements for Graduation” section of this catalog.
2. University Core Curriculum: 42 SCH as outlined in the suggested plans and as specified in the “Requirements for Graduation”.
3. MATH Elective: 3 SCH selected from any math course above the level of College Algebra. Math 1342, Introductory Statistics, strongly recommended.
4. Life & Physical Science Lab: 1 SCH compatible with a Life & Physical Science course.
5. Foreign Language/Study Abroad: 6 SCH in course work (not credit by exam) above the university’s foreign language graduation requirement. Thus, students who meet the university’s foreign language graduation requirement by earning 6 hours of credit by exam, may take 6 SCH in the same language but at the intermediate level or above, or they may take 6 SCH of another foreign language at the introductory level. This requirement may also be met by earning 6 SCH in any subject while participating in a TAMIU-approved Study Abroad program while living for at least 4 weeks in another country.
6. Criminal Justice Major: 33 SCH including CRIJ 1301, 2329, 4321, 4325, (CRIJ 3305/PSCI 3301/SOCI 3305), SOCI 3336; 3 SCH from CRIJ 1306, 2313, 2328; and 12 SCH selected from CRIJ 3000-4000 (9 SCH may be at the graduate level for BS/MS CRIJ students). Note: All CRIJ majors must first satisfy the lower level CRIJ courses or their junior/community college equivalents in the sequence indicated before enrolling in advanced courses.
7. Political Science Major: 33 SCH including PSCI 3313, 3314, 4311, and 4351; American Politics, select 3 SCH from PSCI 3320, 4312, 4313 or 4320; Comparative Politics, select 3 SCH from PSCI 3305 or 3310; International Relations, select 3 SCH from PSCI 4335 or 4340; Comparative/International Politics, select 3 SCH from PSCI 3308, 3340, 4309 or 4321 (when the topic is comparative or international), this requirement may also be met by the "second" or unused course in the Comparative Politics or International Relations required course sequence; and 9 SCH at the 3000-4000 level (or higher for BA/MA students) not used for any other requirement.
8. General Elective: 2 SCH.
9. BA/MA, BS/MS Option: See Combined BA/MA, BS/MS Programs in this section.
Degree Requirements for the BA with a Major in English
Degree Requirements for the BA in English with Grades 7-12 Certification in English
Degree Requirements for the BA with Majors in History and Political Science
Degree Requirements for the BA in History with Grades 7-12 Certification
Degree Requirements for the BA with a Major in Mathematics with Grades 7-12 Certification
Degree Requirements for the BA with a Major in Music
Degree Requirements for the BA with a Major in Political Science
Degree Requirements for the BA with a Major in Psychology
Degree Requirements for the Bachelor of Music with All-Level Certification
PROGRAM OF STUDY - BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Degree Requirements for the BS with a Major in Biology
Degree Requirements for the BS with a Major in Chemistry
Degree Requirements for the BS with a Major in Mathematics
Degree Requirements for the BS with a Major in Science with Grades 7-12 Certification
Degree Requirements for the BS with a Major in Systems Engineering
Degree Requirements for the BS in Criminal Justice
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