College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences

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The College of Arts, Education, and Social Sciences stands as the cornerstone of Bluefield State University, providing a foundational education. We are dedicated to providing a dynamic and inclusive educational experience tailored to the diverse interests of our students. Within our college, we also offer Baccalaureate degree programs encompassing Humanities with concentrations in English and Strategic Public Relations, Elementary Education, Social Science with concentrations in History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology, and Criminal Justice with concentrations in Corrections & Treatment Specialist, Forensic Procedure & Evidence, Homeland Security & Terrorism, Law Enforcement, Cyber Security, and Forensic Procedure & Evidence. Students also have the opportunity to delve deeper into areas of interest by choosing from a wide range of minors, including African American History, History, Humanities, International Studies, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology, allowing for a customized and enriched academic experience.

At the College of Arts, Education, and Social Sciences, we believe in fostering a vibrant and intellectually stimulating environment where students are encouraged to think critically, engage with diverse perspectives, and become active contributors to society. Join us in shaping the future and unlocking your potential through our comprehensive and enriching academic programs.

Programs

• Humanities English Concentration, B.A.
• Humanities Strategic Public Relations and Communication Concentration, B.A.
• International Studies B.A.
• Social Sciences, History Concentration, B.A.
• Social Sciences, Political Science Concentration, B.A.
• Social Sciences, Psychology Concentration, B.A.
• Social Sciences, Sociology Concentration, B.A.
• Strategic Public Relations Minor

• Alternative Education Certification
• Criminal Justice, Corrections & Treatment Specialist, B.S.
• Criminal Justice, Cyber Security, B.S.
• Criminal Justice, Forensic Behavior Analysis, B.S.
• Criminal Justice, Forensic Procedure & Evidence, B.S.
• Criminal Justice, Homeland Security & Terrorism, B.S.
• Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, B.S.
• Elementary Education (K-6) with Optional Endorsements
• Elementary Education Multi-Categorical BD, MI, SLD (excluding autism) K-6
• Elementary Education, B.S.

• African American History Minor
• Criminal Justice Minor
• History Minor
• Humanities Minor
• International Studies Minor
• Mathematics Minor
• Music Minor
• Political Science Minor
• Pre-Law Minor
• Psychology Minor
• Sociology Minor

• Elementary Education Autism Certification
• Elementary Education Recertification

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