Listed below are the approved requirements for the program from the official Academic Programs Catalog.
Students must consult their advisors to learn which specific requirements apply to their degree programs.
College of Social Science
Department of Sociology
Graduate Study
Animal Studies: Social Science and Humanities Perspectives - Graduate Certificate
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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| SOC |
830 |
Animals and Environmental Sustainability |
3 |
| SOC |
840 |
Animals and Social Transformations |
3 |
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850 |
Special Topics in Animal Studies |
3 |