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At Nevada State College, we value pioneering thinkers, independence, and innovation. We created the Interdisciplinary Studies program to support these values, which allows you to design your own individualized course of study and focus on your own particular interests.
Instead of choosing a traditional major, Interdisciplinary Studies students select two concentrations that combine to become the equivalent of a single major. This allows hundreds of possible degree combinations, such as:
Each combination allows students to look at problems from multiple perspectives and develop innovative solutions. To help students explore the ways their two concentrations intersect, the College offers two independent courses, ISC 300 and 495. In these classes, instructors provide individual guidance and personalized attention that leads students through the completion of a capstone project. This project provides concrete evidence of the student's abilities and can be used on the job market or when applying to graduate school.
According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, the top six skills/qualities that employers look for in ideal candidate are:
An interdisciplinary degree is ideal for developing these broad skill sets. As you progress, you will see that even disparate areas of study have similarities. You will begin to synthesize new ideas and make creative connections. To help you understand how to study across disciplines, you will take two Interdisciplinary Studies classes. The first will examine interdisciplinary studies as a concept and the final capstone course will allow you to create a unique project that demonstrates your understanding of your selected disciplines.
Furthermore, the Interdisciplinary Studies degree is well suited for students interested in attending graduate school. Interdisciplinary Studies graduates are interesting, open-minded, and ready for new challenges. They often go on to graduate school or accept positions that require innovative thinking. With a broad foundation, you will be open to new learning methods and adapt quickly to the challenges graduate school has to offer. Furthermore, since the program is writing intensive, you will graduate with a solid rhetorical foundation to write well in multiple situations. The capstone project at the end of ISC 495 highlights this writing ability and gives students physical evidence of their abilities, which may be helpful in the graduate admissions process. Our ISC graduates pursued advanced degrees in fields as diverse as game design, history, humanities, law, and library science.
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