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Social Work Bachelor of Arts Educate, advocate, and foster change in society. Mercyhurst's Social Work major provides students with the opportunity to pursue their desire to make a positive difference in the world by supporting others and advocating for social change. Students explore value-based and ethical issues and build a strong foundation of knowledge and skills that effectively prepare them for advanced degrees and a broad array of social work careers. Some of the growing career paths…
Psychology Bachelor of Arts Undergraduate Undergraduate Think about it. Whether you’re interested in why people behave and think the way they do, how social cues influence interactions, or how to effectively treat depression, autism, and a range of other disorders—it’s all psychology. Mercyhurst's Department of Psychology will prepare you to delve into the neurobiological, sociocultural, and emotional processes underlying human behavior. As a Psychology major, you’ll build a strong foundation…
Philosophy Bachelor of Arts Philosophy, the search for wisdom, is perfect for anyone who loves the life of the mind as much as professional excellence. As a philosophy major, you’ll develop knowledge across multiple disciplines. The major branches of philosophy are logic, epistemology (study of knowledge), metaphysics (study of the nature of reality), ethics (study of morality), aesthetics (study of art), philosophy of religion and political philosophy. Philosophy is more than a career. It…
Sustainability Studies Bachelor of Arts The Sustainability Studies program at Mercyhurst University prepares students to engage in the immense environmental, social, and economic challenges that increasingly shape our world. Students engage in coursework aimed at fostering a holistic understanding of issues, such as global climate change, carbon emissions, land use and food production, energy systems, and sustainable economies. Throughout the program and their capstone projects, students work…
Nursing (RN) Associate of Science Registered nursing is one of today's most in-demand careers. The Mercyhurst University Department of Nursing has experienced faculty, state-of-the art facilities, a reputation for producing highly qualified nurses, and is a trusted provider of two-year registered nursing education. Mercyhurst offers two options for its RN program: a five-semester, full-time, weekday program and an eight-semester part-time program. Upon completion of the program, graduates are…
Russian Studies Bachelor of Arts Engage with a new point of view. In today’s interconnected world, fluency in other languages can increase career prospects and open up other opportunities. Mercyhurst’s Russian Studies major encourages the development of strong critical thinking and communication skills through immersion in Russian language and grammar, literature, culture and history. The working relationships Mercyhurst has developed with several study abroad programs also offer students the…
Sport Business Management Bachelor of Arts The business of sport is one of the largest industries in the United States. Today's sport business managers need to have skills in the areas of planning, budgeting, managing, marketing, and leading organizations whose focus is on the sport industry. The world of athletics resembles the world of an organization. To prepare students for this, our program puts special emphasis on collaboration and cooperation — students are a “team” and must be prepared…
Biology Associate of Science The Associate of Science in Biology curriculum is equivalent to the science, math, and general education coursess required of freshman and sophomore students at many four-year institutions. The intent of this program is to prepare students who are interested in pursuing a biology-related baccalaureate degree or pre-health professional degree. Coursework will include: cell and molecular biology, ecology and evolutionary biology, general chemistry, college algebra and…
Sport and Event Management Bachelor of Arts The Sport and Event Management (SEM) major provides students with a cross-curricular experience by merging coursework from the Sport Business Management degree and the Hospitality Management degree. The SEM program prepares students for careers in event management (virtual, esport, and traditional), sport event management, and facilities management. The program is structured around application-based courses that provide students with hands-on…
Liberal Studies Associate of Arts Undergraduate Undergraduate Build the foundation of your future. Still deciding on your path? The Liberal Studies program at Mercyhurst is the best way to better understand what you want out of a career. By taking a variety of courses, you’ll learn to think critically, communicate effectively, and problem-solve efficiently, all while discovering your true calling. Plus, with concentrations in communications, new media, and science, you can get a jump start on a…