The Graduate Certificate in Animal Studies: Social Science and Humanities Perspectives, which is administered by the Department of Sociology, is an online program available to any individual with a bachelor’s degree. The certificate addresses society’s changing needs in providing individuals with a basic understanding of human relationships with other animals, including domestic and companion animals, liminal animals, and wildlife. The certificate is valuable as a complementary learning opportunity for individuals with, or who are planning careers in animal-related fields, including animal-assisted therapy, marine ecosystems, conservation criminology, animal shelters, sanctuaries, refuges, rehabilitation centers, and zoo management and education.
Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Animal Studies: Social Science and Humanities Perspectives
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| Students must complete 9 credits from the following: |
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830 |
Animals and Environmental Sustainability |
3 |
| SOC |
840 |
Animals and Social Transformations |
3 |
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850 |
Special Topics in Animal Studies |
3 |