The Academic Program at
Young Harris College

Young Harris College has four academic divisions:

• Fine Arts,
• Humanities,
• Mathematics and Science, and
• Social and Behavioral Science.  

Within these divisions, students may choose from the following degree programs, each of which is built upon a strong core of liberal arts courses.   

The baccalaureate degree programs are designed to provide students with an excellent starting point for pursuing graduate study or careers in many disciplines. 

• Bachelor of Arts with a major in communication studies, history, English, music, musical theatre or theatre
• Bachelor of Science with a major in biology, business & public policy, or outdoor education
  
• Associate of Arts with a concentration in the liberal arts or religious studies
• Associate of Fine Arts with a concentration in art, music, musical theatre or theatre
• Associate of Science with a concentration in allied health, athletic training, business, education, outdoor education, recreation or science.

GENERAL EDUCATION CORE 

The mission of Young Harris College is to educate, inspire, and empower students through a comprehensive liberal arts experience that integrates mind, body, and spirit. The foundation for that liberal arts experience is the general education core curriculum, which is required in each degree offered by the College. The College has established the following learning objectives for the general education core. These objectives are distinguishing characteristics of the Young Harris College graduate. Upon successful completion of the degree, students should have developed the following competencies:  

1.    A body of knowledge requisite to earning a specific academic degree
2.    The ability to think logically, critically and creatively
3.    The ability to communicate effectively through listening, speaking, reading and writing
4.    Basic mathematical skills
5.    The ability to utilize information technology
6.    An understanding of diverse beliefs and values
7.    An appreciation of the aesthetic dimensions of human expression
8.    An understanding of global issues, problems and challenges
9.    An understanding of Christian values and principles and how these inform the  
       development of Christian faith and character
10.  Interpersonal skills for sensitive, cooperative and responsible interaction.  

To ensure that all graduates attain these competencies, the following courses are required in the general education core:  

·         English 1101
·         English 1102
·         One Mathematics course (1101 or higher)
·         Speech 1000, 1100
·         One Literature course
·         One Fine Arts appreciation course in art, music or theatre
                (except  for students completing the Associate of Fine Arts Degree)
·         One Religion or Philosophy course
·         Two Science courses
·         Computer Science 1100
·         Political Science 1100
·         One History course (1111, 1112, 2111, 2112)  

In addition to the above courses, a range of programs and initiatives in the College co-curriculum support the achievement of certain of the general education learning objectives and play an important role in the comprehensive liberal arts experience at the College.