Saint Edward's University

Accounting

Accounting is the financial language of business. Accounting provides useful information to business decision makers such as shareholders, investors, creditors and managers. The Accounting major at St. Edward’s University prepares students for careers in public, private or government accounting. Do your career goals include becoming a Certified Public Accountant? The Texas Public Accountancy Act requires a 150-credit-hour educational program to sit for the CPA examination.

Accounting Analytics

Accounting and Computer Information Technology

The undergraduate curriculum in Accounting and Computer Information Technology is designed to provide the basic education necessary for graduates to pursue careers in business as information systems professionals or accountants.

Acting

Students selected via audition upon completion of their freshman year into this competitive program will receive advanced training in the process of acting along with the required courses. Advanced courses in this program include period styles, advanced voice and speech, dialects, movement, and acting for the camera. Upon culmination of their studies, students will participate in a showcase of their work for an audience of industry professionals such as agents and casting directors.

Advanced Spanish for Health and Helping Professions

Animation

Austin has been a growing center of animation production for almost two decades. The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Animation offers broad skills in art, writing, and technology with varied approaches to animation production (2D and 3D), and will prepare students for a range of roles in the technology, games, commercial art, and filmed entertainment industries.

Applied Behavior Analysis

Applied Data Science

There is increasing demand for data acumen across most industries, as seen in the rise of Data Scientist and Data Analyst roles, as well as related careers such as Business Analyst, Biostatistician, Quantitative Analyst, and many more. These careers require comfort in dealing with large data sets, along with the mathematical and computational maturity and expertise to inspect, analyze, visualize, and make conclusions from the data.

Art

Artists interpret the world around them. They create and contribute to culture, whether that be through their individual expression or through creative engagement in their community. Many contemporary artists engage in multidisciplinary approaches to artmaking, and, as such, should be trained in a wide variety of media, methodologies, and concepts.

Behavioral Neuroscience

The Behavioral Neuroscience major is a multidisciplinary program administered by the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences emphasizing the interactions between behavior and neural, chemical, and hormonal systems. The curriculum includes courses in Psychology, Biology, and Chemistry that require mastery of scientific theories and laboratory skills.

Bilingual Health Communication

Biochemistry

Biochemistry lies at the interface of biology and chemistry. It is a discipline that emphasizes a molecular approach to the study of biological processes. The St. Edward’s program consists of an appropriate mix of Chemistry and Biology courses aimed at providing the student with a thorough grounding in the fundamental concepts of the discipline. The degree requirements for the major in Biochemistry include the prerequisites for most professional schools.

Biology and Clinical Laboratory Science (3+2)

St. Edward’s University and The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) are partners in a 3+2 Biology/Clinical Laboratory Science program that offers students the opportunity to earn two degrees in five years: a Bachelor of Arts (BA) with a major in Biology from St. Edward’s University and a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) from UTMB. In the first three years at St.

Biology, B.A.

Students who select the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Biology have two concentrations from which to choose. The General Biology concentration is designed to give students foundational knowledge in the field of biological sciences. The major requirements for this track include a broad spectrum of life science courses and ample choice of Biology elective courses.

Biology, B.S.

Biology is the study of the processes that maintain life, as well as the events that disrupt it. The program at St. Edward’s University approaches the study of biology from the level of genes, through cells and organ systems, to populations. Teaching labs throughout the curriculum focus on experimentation, and students are given the opportunity to conduct independent scientific investigations.

Business Administration

Business Administration

The major in Business Administration provides students with the opportunity to build the knowledge, skills and experience required for fulfilling careers as business professionals. The program emphasizes leadership, critical thinking, decision making, problem solving, communicating, teamwork and management of self and others — all aimed at helping students become confident and capable people who will lead businesses and organizations in the 21st century.

Business Analytics

Catholic Studies

The Catholic Studies major seeks to educate students in the many paths of Catholic thought and culture. The major accomplishes this by engaging students in Catholic sacramental imagination and life through interdisciplinary study. Rigorous examination of the role of Catholicism throughout the ages challenges students to appreciate Catholicism’s theological and cultural interpenetration and its transformation of spiritual, social and intellectual life.

Chemistry, B.A.

The program in Chemistry seeks to provide a thorough scientific, mathematical and highly professional preparation for advanced training and research. In addition, the program strives to make a significant contribution to the general cultural development of students by helping them to gain a fuller understanding and appreciation of the natural world and the role of an intelligent citizen.

Chemistry, B.S.

The program in Chemistry seeks to provide a thorough scientific, mathematical and highly professional preparation for advanced training and research. In addition, the program strives to make a significant contribution to the general cultural development of students by helping them to gain a fuller understanding and appreciation of the natural world and the role of an intelligent citizen.

Coding for Non-Coders

Communication

The discipline of communication focuses on how humans use verbal and nonverbal messages to create meaning in various contexts, from interactions between two people or within groups to messages aimed at mass audiences across cultures using a variety of media. The discipline is especially interested in the effect of those messages on human behavior.

Computer Science, B.A.

The Computer Science program at St. Edward’s reflects the university’s belief that a college education should provide broad-based general knowledge while simultaneously providing the technical knowledge needed to deal with the multitude of problems arising in professional settings.

Computer Science, B.S.

The Computer Science program at St. Edward’s reflects the university’s belief that a college education should provide broad-based general knowledge while simultaneously providing the technical knowledge needed to deal with the multitude of problems arising in professional settings.

Counseling

Criminal Justice

The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Criminal Justice program is designed to provide education for students preparing for careers in the many fields within the criminal justice system, as well as for those who already are members of these professions and wish to continue their education. The program rests on the premise that criminal justice must be examined from a variety of different perspectives.

Criminal Justice, Pre-Law

Data Analysis

Digital Marketing and Analytics

Digital Media Management

A central trend in the information sector is the merging of media, communication, computers and, especially, the entertainment industry. The information sector, which encompasses media, computer systems, telecommunications, research and development, and advertising, accounts for more than one-third of U.S. GDP. Almost one-half of all new capital investment in the United States is devoted to information technology.

Digital Storytelling and Content Creation

Digital Storytelling and Content Creation brings an interdisciplinary approach to creating digital content for an array of purposes and audiences across professional sectors. Students in the program develop the hands-on skills required to conceive, create, and produce sophisticated content in the digital space.

Economics

Economics is the social science that studies how society uses its scarce resources to meet human needs. As an Economics major, you will learn how goods and services are produced and distributed to millions of people across the globe.

English Literature

Literature provides us with the best thoughts of the greatest minds the world has ever produced. It is an essential ingredient of humanitas, that which exploits the potential within every person and which is basic to our life as human beings. The study of literature prepares the student to read with comprehension and enjoyment, to write with skill and grace, and to see the world in its richest possibilities.

Entrepreneurship

The Entrepreneurship major targets students interested in starting their own organization or contributing to the success of a start-up organization. Through classroom and community experiences, students will be able to identify viable career options in entrepreneurship, expand their knowledge of the process and develop their own entrepreneurial management skills.

Environmental Biology and Climate Change

Environmental Chemistry

Some of the most critical and challenging issues that must be addressed in this century are environmental in nature. Finding good policy solutions to address these issues will require an understanding of the underlying processes that drive environmental changes. Many of these processes are chemical in nature and must be studied using the techniques of chemistry.

Environmental Management

Environmental Science and Policy

Environmental processes are essential to our quality of life. Understanding and evaluating them requires recognition of how physical and biological processes maintain biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, and of how human activities affect these processes.

Ethics and Leadership

The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Ethics and Leadership provides students with an interdisciplinary approach to prepare to be moral leaders in today’s complex world, pursuing graduate studies and careers in business, government, and non-profit organizations.

Evidence-Based Addiction Counseling

Finance

Finance is the study of value. Financial management of firms and individuals involves raising and using capital efficiently to add value. Corporate finance, investments and financial institutions are the major areas of finance covered by the core, required and elective Finance courses. Undergraduate business courses contain a content-relevant ethics component.

Forensic Chemistry

The Forensic Chemistry degree is designed to prepare the student to: • Work in a forensic crime laboratory; • Enter a graduate program in Forensic Chemistry or Chemistry; and • Enter a pre-professional program. The degree plan represents a Bachelor of Science with a major in Chemistry modified to include courses in Toxicology and Chemical Residue Analysis, with support courses in Criminal Justice. Bachelor of Science with a Major in Forensic Chemistry

Forensic Science

Forensic science is the application of science methods and practices to legal matters. This involves the application of scientific methodologies and legal and ethical protocols as they apply to the recognition, collection, documentation and preservation of forensic evidence that is collected at crime scenes.

Global Languages and Cultural Studies

The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Global Languages and Cultural Studies is a 36-hour dual language degree that provides a foundation in languages other than English, as well as linguistic and cultural studies. Majors are strongly encouraged to study abroad for credit and can look forward to career opportunities in government, journalism, the Foreign Service and other public service fields or in any area where language proficiency, linguistic, and cultural studies will be an asset.

Graphic Design

Graphic designers shape our visual environment through experimentation and use of typography, image and form. As mediators of knowledge and experiences, graphic designers contribute to the formation and expression of complex societal ideas and values. Students at St. Edward’s University acquire the skills to critically investigate the context in which design is created and used as well as to explore history, theory, methods and technology.

Health Systems and Administration

The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Health Systems and Administration prepares students for leadership roles and career advancement in health care professions. This interdisciplinary major prepares students to engage issues relevant to health care and health professions from a lens of equity and social justice. It also helps students develop practical skills in data analysis, communication, and management.

History

History is the study of the human story, which informs us about our past and helps us to be actively engaged in our world today. The History major will learn to understand people who are different from them and study the impact of people, ideas, and events on communities and the evolution of societies.

International Affairs

International Affairs is an interdisciplinary major that explores the intersections between politics, economics, society, history, and culture on a global scale.

International Business

As we enter the new millennium, business has moved from the local, regional and national levels to a global economy that encompasses both developed and developing nations. Multinational corporations, due to incentives from governments, are expanding their international operations to provide technical dissemination with marketing and manufacturing opportunities. There is no longer any such thing as a purely national economy, as every major corporation seeks to have a worldwide presence.

Kinesiology

This course of study is designed to prepare students for careers as athletic trainers, managers, physical therapists, recreational directors, coaches, and teachers of physical education in elementary and secondary schools. The program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Kinesiology

Kinesiology, Exercise Science Emphasis

This course of study is designed to prepare students for careers as athletic trainers, managers, physical therapists, recreational directors, coaches, and teachers of physical education in elementary and secondary schools. The program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Kinesiology

Kinesiology, Pre-Athletic Training Emphasis

This course of study is designed to prepare students for careers as athletic trainers, managers, physical therapists, recreational directors, coaches, and teachers of physical education in elementary and secondary schools. The program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Kinesiology

Kinesiology, Pre-Occupational Therapy Emphasis

This course of study is designed to prepare students for careers as athletic trainers, managers, physical therapists, recreational directors, coaches, and teachers of physical education in elementary and secondary schools. The program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Kinesiology

Kinesiology, Pre-Physical Therapy Emphasis

This course of study is designed to prepare students for careers as athletic trainers, managers, physical therapists, recreational directors, coaches, and teachers of physical education in elementary and secondary schools. The program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Kinesiology

Kinesiology, Sport Management Emphasis

This course of study is designed to prepare students for careers as athletic trainers, managers, physical therapists, recreational directors, coaches, and teachers of physical education in elementary and secondary schools. The program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Kinesiology

Language and International Experience

Leadership and Ethics

Leadership and Higher Education

Leadership and Social Justice

The Bachelor of Liberal Arts with a major in Leadership and Social Justice is designed to support emergent leaders in a range of fields to examine and expand their own spheres of influence, build their skills as leaders, and explore the ways they can be change agents and advocates for social justice within their professional communities. Graduates of this major will develop critical thinking skills along with strong oral and written communication skills.

Management

In many instances, the success of a firm is related to the degree of effectiveness with which employees and management can develop and maintain an integrated production plan and process. The central challenge of management is to create the environment and framework of controls in which people will cooperate effectively.

Marketing

Marketing is an organizational function and a set of processes for creating, communicating and delivering value to customers and for managing customer relationships in ways that benefit the organization and its stakeholders. In firms employing marketing as a business philosophy, marketing activities and processes necessarily interrelate with all of the major business functions in an effort to provide customers and stakeholders with consistent, mutually beneficial transactional experiences.

Mathematics, B.A.

Mathematics is a discipline that requires exact yet creative thinking, sober yet speculative investigation. The Mathematics program at St. Edward’s reflects the dialogue between the “pure” and “applied” sciences. The result is a Mathematics program that allows latitude while providing a solid foundation for graduate work and useful techniques that incorporate computer technology for employment in business, industry or education. Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Mathematics

Mathematics, B.S.

Mathematics is a discipline that requires exact yet creative thinking, sober yet speculative investigation. The Mathematics program at St. Edward’s reflects the dialogue between the “pure” and “applied” sciences. The result is a Mathematics program that allows latitude while providing a solid foundation for graduate work and useful techniques that incorporate computer technology for employment in business, industry or education. Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Mathematics

Medical Laboratory Science

The Medical Laboratory Science major prepares students to be health care detectives investigating the cause of infectious disease, cancer or other health status of the patient. This major involves a minimum of six semesters of coursework at St. Edward’s University and, upon acceptance, one year of clinical training at an affiliated MLS program (currently Austin State Hospital or Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple).

Nursing

Nursing, Accelerated BSN

Nursing The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program (ABSN) is designed to provide individuals with a previously earned bachelor’s degree an opportunity to complete a baccalaureate degree with a major in Nursing for social and career mobility or as a foundation for graduate nursing education.

Nursing, Pre-Licensure

Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Pre-Licensure program is a competitive process. Prior to applying for admissions to the program, students must complete the pre-nursing courses (listed below). Students enrolled in pre-nursing courses must major in the BA – Biology Pre-Nursing major. After accepting the pre-license nursing admissions offer, students change their major to pre-license nursing.

Nursing, RN to BSN

The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) program is designed to provide working registered nurses with a previously earned associate’s degree or diploma an opportunity to complete a baccalaureate degree with a major in Nursing for career mobility or as a foundation for graduate nursing education.

Organizational Leadership

Philosophy

The Philosophy program offers a broad background in the history of philosophy and in the traditional areas of philosophical inquiry (logic, ethics, epistemology, political theory and religion). Emphasis is placed on an informed and critical reading of classic texts in philosophy and on thoughtful consideration of their applicability to contemporary problems and choices. Upper-division courses allow for some specialization and independent research in the works of major philosophers.

Photography and Media Arts

The Photography and Media Arts program offers students the opportunity to learn the history and application of digital and analog photography, video, and related media within a liberal arts environment. The faculty is dedicated to helping students learn the conceptual and technical skills needed to succeed in this diverse and rapidly changing field. Courses not only teach professional skills but also examine the pervasive role of photography and video in contemporary society.

Political Science

Political Science offers students an array of topics that engage their intellectual curiosity and provides them with the necessary foundation for better understanding and contributing to their communities. The dynamic and controversial nature of politics guarantees that students will engage in lively discussions and substantive research that has relevance to their everyday lives.

Psychology

Psychology at St. Edward’s University is taught as an experimental science, with a focus on human beings functioning both alone and as members of society. The aims of the program include encouraging students to develop into articulate, competent, responsible persons with a breadth of interests and a scientific understanding of the causes of human behavior. To achieve these goals, students engage in a strong academic preparation along with practical experience.

Religious and Theological Studies

The Religious and Theological Studies program is designed to offer students a comprehensive approach to the study of religion and theological inquiry. The courses assist students in developing faculties for critical thinking and in attaining a historical view of religion.

Social Work

The baccalaureate Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The program's principal educational goal is to prepare students for beginning generalist social work practice. Completion of the degree requirements does not guarantee licensure, but graduates are qualified to take the examination to become a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the state of Texas. A secondary goal is to prepare students for graduate Social Work education.

Sociology

The Sociology major develops an ability to interpret social phenomena with perceptiveness and to appreciate the diversity and complexity of society. Students develop analytical skills, broaden their understanding of the social world and discover the diverse methods of analyzing social experience. The major affords opportunities to develop a sense of awareness of and responsibility for the welfare of the community. Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Sociology

Spanish

The Spanish major develops oral and written proficiency in Spanish along with knowledge of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. The targeted level of language proficiency is Intermediate High to Advanced Low in both speaking and writing. Students broaden their vocabulary and cultural knowledge as they progress in the degree, with opportunities for study abroad, internships, and immersion in Spanish-speaking communities.

Theater Arts

We recognize the responsibility of providing our students with the basic training, education and experience necessary for the pursuit of theater careers in professional, educational or community theaters. We also recognize the responsibility of providing our students with the knowledge and abilities to live full, rewarding and productive lives. This dual nature of the Theater Arts program seeks to develop and graduate student artists who are sensitive, aware and total human beings.

User Experience Design

User Experience Design (UX) is an emerging field that sits at the intersection of design, technology, and innovation. UX brings a human-centered approach to defining problems and discovering solutions in the form of digital products (apps, websites, software), redesigned processes and systems, or even new businesses.

Video Game Development

Austin has long been known for its music and film industries, but currently the most dynamic digital media business growth in Texas is in Austin’s video game industry. The video game companies with a significant presence in Austin include some of the industry’s most prominent studios, publishers and developers. The Bachelor of Arts with a major in Video Game Development exposes students to all three phases of the game industry: business, technology, and digital creation.

Writing and Rhetoric

Rhetoric, broadly speaking, studies human communication. More specifically, rhetoric studies the ways in which humans use language to give form or meaning to their experience; to express and communicate what it is that humans want to say to one another; and to induce human cooperation. Rhetoric, then, studies the production, uses and effectiveness of discourse in its oral and written forms and within its social and historical contexts. This major focuses on written forms of discourse.