Greensboro College

Accounting

The Department of Accounting is dedicated to educational excellence by exposing our students to the theoretical frameworks and real-world learning experiences. We prepare our students to engage in diligent scholarship which advances their technical knowledge and interpersonal skills. Our students are equipped to enter the work force or continue their education endeavors to pursue accounting certifications.

Adult Education for English Learners

This is one of seven unique 12-credit-hour Graduate Certificates designed to allow for specialization within the broader field of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. The required coursework covers language teaching methodology, the nature of language, the structure of English, second language acquisition, intercultural communication, and, in some cases, a practicum experience. The 12 graduate credit hours required for the certificate may be applied toward the M.A.

Applied Linguistics

This is one of seven unique 12-credit-hour Graduate Certificates designed to allow for specialization within the broader field of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. The required coursework covers language teaching methodology, the nature of language, the structure of English, second language acquisition, intercultural communication, and, in some cases, a practicum experience. The 12 graduate credit hours required for the certificate may be applied toward the M.A.

Art: Drawing and Painting

The study of art is offered to acquaint students with the nature and history of art and to enable students to develop proficiency in the creation of art. Our Art Department shapes students' critical awareness and builds every creative aspect of an artist. Our students closely study art's significant impact on the world, from many cultures and perspectives.

Art: Sculpture

The study of art is offered to acquaint students with the nature and history of art and to enable students to develop proficiency in the creation of art. Our Art Department shapes students' critical awareness and builds every creative aspect of an artist. Our students closely study art's significant impact on the world, from many cultures and perspectives.

Art with K-12 Teacher Licensure

The study of art is offered to acquaint students with the nature and history of art and to enable students to develop proficiency in the creation of art. Our Art Department shapes students' critical awareness and builds every creative aspect of an artist. Our students closely study art's significant impact on the world, from many cultures and perspectives.

Bilingual Education

This is one of seven unique 12-credit-hour Graduate Certificates designed to allow for specialization within the broader field of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. Prospective students may pursue this certificate in lieu of completing the entire M.A. in Bilingual Education program. The 12 graduate credit hours required for the certificate may be applied toward the M.A. in TESOL at Greensboro College; the certificate is not equivalent to the M.A. or M.A.T.

Bilingual Education

This 30 credit-hour program is designed to prepare graduates for teaching in bilingual education contexts; however, it does not lead to state licensure. The program is offered in an online, asynchronous format in close collaboration with faculty and peers. Toward the end of their studies, candidates will write and present a final project based on dual language acquisition theory and/or pedagogical theory related to the field.

Biology

Biology majors must complete all courses in one of the concentrations offered and listed in this section. Greensboro College has a chapter of Beta Beta Beta, the national biological honorary society dedicated to the advancement of the biological sciences.

Biology / Allied Health

The Combined Degree program in Radiologic Technology awards the BS degree in Biology/Allied Health to students who completed the required course work at a two-year clinical program in radiologic technology (aka radiography) and certification, and the required coursework at Greensboro College (requires two to four years). The student must complete the clinical training and certification before applying to Greensboro College.

Birth through Kindergarten Education

Students pursuing a degree in Birth through Kindergarten Education are required to complete a minor in a discipline of their choice. Students seeking teacher licensure must obtain at least a grade of C in each major course and all professional education, specialty area, and required related courses.

Birth to Kindergarten Education

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program in Birth to Kindergarten Education is designed to serve individuals who already hold valid teaching licenses and wish to pursue a master's degree. The M.Ed. programs represent a balance of courses distributed between professional studies and specialty studies. The M.Ed. in Birth to Kindergarten Education requires successful completion of 30 credit hours of course work.

Business Administration and Economics

The School of Business fosters innovation, a collaborative spirit and business effectiveness in each student, inspiring them to address the ethical responsibilities that organizational leaders have in our global society. The business administration and economics major is intended to provide students with a solid background in business functions, terminology, and theory.

Chemistry

The chemistry major is designed to give the student basic knowledge in the various fields of chemistry. Many of the courses in the major are mathematical in nature; therefore, good quantitative skills are a definite asset.

Criminal Justice (B.A.)

The major in criminal justice is an interdisciplinary course of study designed to provide students with an understanding of the key components of the current criminal justice system in the United States. A solid grounding in constitutional and criminal law, major theoretical schools in a variety of disciplines, and current trends in the field, along with a hands-on internship component will allow students to develop an understanding of this complex system.

Criminal Justice (B.S.)

The major in criminal justice is an interdisciplinary course of study designed to provide students with an understanding of the key components of the current criminal justice system in the United States. A solid grounding in constitutional and criminal law, major theoretical schools in a variety of disciplines, and current trends in the field, along with a hands-on internship component will allow students to develop an understanding of this complex system.

Data Science

A major in data science provides students with opportunities to enhance their quantitative abilities and technical skills that will prepare them to process, analyze and present data from different domains and sources, as well as give them broader skills immediately applicable to the workplace. The major includes three required courses taught through Lower Cost Model of Independent Colleges Consortium (LCMC) utilizing Rize Education.

Early Childhood Education for Emerging Bilinguals

This is one of seven unique 12-credit-hour Graduate Certificates designed to allow for specialization within the broader field of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. The required coursework covers language teaching methodology, the nature of language, the structure of English, second language acquisition, intercultural communication, and, in some cases, a practicum experience. The 12 graduate credit hours required for the certificate may be applied toward the M.A.

Elementary Education

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program in Elementary Education is designed to serve individuals who already hold valid teaching licenses and wish to pursue a master's degree. The M.Ed. programs represent a balance of courses distributed between professional studies and specialty studies. The M.Ed. in Elementary Education requires successful completion of 30 credit hours of course work.

Elementary Education

Students seeking teacher licensure must obtain at least a grade of C in each major course and all professional education, specialty area, and required related courses. No Pass/Fail grades will be accepted. Students desiring NCDPI licensure should be aware that graduation may require more than the minimum 124 credit hours.

English

Majors in the fields of English, Communication and Media Studies pursue an integrated course of study that equips them with the versatility needed to explore a variety of written and visual forms and to study interactive media, literature, games, and texts in depth. They learn to read with an awareness of cultural context, to think clearly and accurately about language and texts, and to communicate with others through artful use of diverse media.

English and Communication Studies

Majors in the fields of English, Communication and Media Studies pursue an integrated course of study that equips them with the versatility needed to explore a variety of written and visual forms and to study interactive media, literature, games, and texts in depth. They learn to read with an awareness of cultural context, to think clearly and accurately about language and texts, and to communicate with others through artful use of diverse media.

English as a Second Language

The Licensure Plus M.A.T. Program is designed for individuals who have earned a bachelor's degree, who do not have a teaching license, and who are seeking Standard Professional License 1 in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). The first step of Licensure Plus M.A.T. leads to the Standard Professional 1 (SP1) license; the second step leads to the Master of Arts in Teaching ESL and master's licensure.

English with Secondary Teacher Licensure

Majors in the fields of English, Communication and Media Studies pursue an integrated course of study that equips them with the versatility needed to explore a variety of written and visual forms and to study interactive media, literature, games, and texts in depth. They learn to read with an awareness of cultural context, to think clearly and accurately about language and texts, and to communicate with others through artful use of diverse media.

Exercise and Sport Studies

The mission of the Exercise and Sport Studies (ESS) Program at Greensboro College is to prepare graduates to understand the biomechanical, physiological, psychological, and sociocultural basis of human movement within and across diverse populations, and environmental conditions and apply this knowledge in academic and professional settings. Upon completion of the ESS program, students will be prepared for positions in health promotion, health fitness and the sport industry.

Games and Interactive Media

Housed in the ECM department, the majors in games and interactive media encourages students to explore the dynamic fields of interactive media, critical game studies, and game design and development. Students analyze interactive media applications, explore how different media and media technologies engage audiences, design prototypes for digital games, and produce writing for and about games or media projects.

Health and Physical Education

Students seeking teacher licensure must obtain at least a grade of C in each major course and all professional education, specialty area, and required related courses. No Pass/Fail grades will be accepted. Students desiring NCDPI licensure should be aware that graduation may require more than the minimum 124 credit hours.

Health Sciences

The Health Sciences major, housed in the Department of Kinesiology, is designed to prepare students for graduate education in occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT), athletic training (AT), wellness and human performance, and other areas of health care, within the context of a liberal arts educational setting. The Health Sciences major is based on graduate school admissions requirements.

History

All history majors should demonstrate the capacity for critical reading and thinking, to do research in scholarly secondary and primary sources, and to present ideas in written and oral form. All history courses are writing intensive and involve individual and group work as well as oral presentations. The chief goal of the history major is always to achieve a sound broad liberal education.

History and Political Science

Greensboro College offers a combined major in history and political science. A combined concentration in history and political science is not available within the Liberal Studies major.

History and Religion

History and Religion majors must earn a C- or better in all of their major courses. A combined concentration in history and religion is not available within the liberal studies major.

History with Social Studies Licensure

All history majors should demonstrate the capacity for critical reading and thinking, to do research in scholarly secondary and primary sources, and to present ideas in written and oral form. All history courses are writing intensive and involve individual and group work as well as oral presentations. The chief goal of the history major is always to achieve a sound broad liberal education.

Human Development and Family Science (B.A.)

The human development and family science multidisciplinary major includes a core of eight required courses from the departments of Psychology, Sociology and Education. These requirements include both a research methods course in the social sciences and a capstone experience involving an internship in Child and Family Studies, Psychology, or Sociology. Graduates from this program will obtain professional positions working with children and families.

Human Development and Family Science (B.S.)

The human development and family science multidisciplinary major includes a core of eight required courses from the departments of Psychology, Sociology and Education. These requirements include both a research methods course in the social sciences and a capstone experience involving an internship in Child and Family Studies, Psychology, or Sociology. Graduates from this program will obtain professional positions working with children and families.

Legal Administration

The curriculum in legal administration offers basic instruction in legal principles and skills that can be transferred to law firms, banks, corporations, and government agencies. This program is designated as a qualified paralegal studies program by the North Carolina State Bar, Board of Paralegal Certification. Certificates of Study are available only to non-degree seeking students.

Liberal Studies

Liberal studies is an interdisciplinary discipline that emphasizes the liberal arts tradition and allows students to pursue a concentration while exploring other academic interests. Students majoring in liberal studies must choose a concentration in one area of the College that offers a major, excluding these disciplines: history, combined history and political science, combined history and religion, political science, and psychology.

Literacy in Education

The Graduate Certificate in Literacy in Education is one of two graduate certificates in education designed to support candidates' teaching experiences, enhance pedagogical techniques, provide candidates professional development opportunities, and align with Department of Public Instruction and State Board of Education guidelines. All courses taken toward a graduate certificate in education will count toward the M.Ed. or M.A. in TESOL programs. The certificate is not equivalent to the M.Ed.

Mathematics

The mathematics curriculum is designed to meet the undergraduate preparation of students who are seeking to: (1) pursue careers in industry as engineers, actuaries, statisticians or mathematicians; (2) enter graduate school in mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science or operations research; or (3) teach mathematics on the elementary or secondary level.

Mathematics Education

Students seeking teacher licensure must obtain at least a grade of C in each major course and all professional education, specialty area, and required related courses. No Pass/Fail grades will be accepted. Students desiring NCDPI licensure should be aware that graduation may require more than the minimum 124 credit hours.

Middle Grades Education (B.A.)

Students seeking teacher licensure must obtain at least a grade of C in each major course and all professional education, specialty area, and required related courses. No Pass/Fail grades will be accepted. Students desiring NCDPI licensure should be aware that graduation may require more than the minimum 124 credit hours.

Middle Grades Education (B.S.)

Students seeking teacher licensure must obtain at least a grade of C in each major course and all professional education, specialty area, and required related courses. No Pass/Fail grades will be accepted. Students desiring NCDPI licensure should be aware that graduation may require more than the minimum 124 credit hours.

Music

Greensboro College is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music. The Department of Music defines its mission in developing the musical knowledge, appreciation, talents, skills, and teaching abilities of its students within the dual traditions of the liberal arts and Judeo-Christian faith.

Music Education

Greensboro College is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music. The Department of Music defines its mission in developing the musical knowledge, appreciation, talents, skills, and teaching abilities of its students within the dual traditions of the liberal arts and Judeo-Christian faith.

Online ESOL Teaching and Technology

This is one of seven unique 12-credit-hour Graduate Certificates designed to allow for specialization within the broader field of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. Coursework addresses online pedagogy and course development, technology-assisted language learning, and the pedagogy and practicum of teaching English to speakers of other languages. The 12 graduate credit hours required for the certificate may be applied toward the M.A.

Organizational Leadership

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Organizational Leadership program is designed for adult students. The program prepares students for the always in-demand field of business through a curriculum that emphasizes leadership, communication, and analytic skills.

Pedagogy of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

This is one of seven unique 12-credit-hour Graduate Certificates designed to allow for specialization within the broader field of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. The required coursework covers language and culture, language teaching methodology, second language acquisition, and a practicum experience. The 12 graduate credit hours required for the certificate may be applied toward the M.A. in TESOL at Greensboro College; the certificate is not equivalent to the M.A. or M.A.T.

Political Science

The political science discipline provides good training for life in a world that is, for better or worse, shaped profoundly by political cultures, ideas, and institutions. It is especially appropriate for those interested in careers in law, business, teaching, journalism, and government.

Psychology

Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental activity in humans and other animals. The psychology program is designed to provide students with knowledge of a broad range of theories and research in the field of psychology. Students will learn the basic tools of psychological research and how to communicate clearly, both in writing and orally, the results of scientific studies.

Public Health

Public Health focuses on understanding epidemiology, preventing disease, promoting human health and preparing for crisis response. This multidisciplinary program includes a core of five required courses from the department of Public Health taught through Lower Cost Model of Independent Colleges Consortium (LCMC) utilizing Rize Education. The program also includes required courses from Health, Sociology, Psychology, a research methods course and internship experience.

Religion

The Department of Religion, Ethics and Philosophy at Greensboro College is designed to support the spiritual, moral, and intellectual development of students. The disciplines of religion, philosophy, and ethics provide access to thoughtful exploration of vital questions concerning the human condition, the nature of the divine, reasons for suffering and violence, the basis of moral decisions, and the ultimate meaning and goal of human of life.

Religion, Theology, and Culture

The Master of Arts in Religion, Theology, and Culture is an academic graduate degree that enables students to pursue advanced work in the disciplines of theology, Christian ethics, and biblical studies, focusing on how these disciplines are inextricably related to life in its variety of contemporary forms.

Religious Studies

Students who would like to earn an Advanced Certificate in Religious Studies can do so by completing a prescribed sequence of graduate coursework in religion, theology, biblical studies, ethics, and church history, together with electives. The certificate totals 16 credit hours.

Secondary Comprehensive Science Education

Students seeking teacher licensure must obtain at least a grade of C in each major course and all professional education, specialty area, and required related courses. No Pass/Fail grades will be accepted. Students desiring NCDPI licensure should be aware that graduation may require more than the minimum 124 credit hours.

Social Justice Through Education

The Graduate Certificate in Social Justice through Education is one of two graduate certificates in education designed to support candidates' teaching experiences, enhance pedagogical techniques, provide candidates professional development opportunities, and align with Department of Public Instruction and State Board of Education guidelines. All courses taken toward a graduate certificate in education will count toward the M.Ed. or M.A. in TESOL programs.

Sociology

Sociology examines how humans are affected by the positions they occupy in society and the world. The basic insight of sociology is that human behavior is shaped significantly by the groups to which people belong and by the social interaction that takes place within those groups. Sociology invites students to develop a vivid awareness of the relationship between private experience and the wider society.

Special Education (Adapted Curriculum)

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program in Special Education (Adapted Curriculum) is designed to serve individuals who already hold valid teaching licenses and wish to pursue a master's degree. The M.Ed. programs represent a balance of courses distributed between professional studies and specialty studies. The M.Ed. in Special Education (Adapted Curriculum) requires successful completion of 30 credit hours of course work.

Special Education/Adapted Curriculum

A major in special education reflects a multidisciplinary approach designed to fulfill North Carolina State Department of Public Instruction requirements for initial licensure in general curriculum and adapted curriculum. Students pursuing a degree in Special Education are required to complete a minor in a discipline of their choice.

Special Education (General Curriculum)

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program in Special Education (General Curriculum) is designed to serve individuals who already hold valid teaching licenses and wish to pursue a master's degree. The M.Ed. programs represent a balance of courses distributed between professional studies and specialty studies. The M.Ed. in Special Education (General Curriculum) requires successful completion of 30 credit hours of course work.

Special Education/General Curriculum

A major in special education reflects a multidisciplinary approach designed to fulfill North Carolina State Department of Public Instruction requirements for initial licensure in general curriculum and adapted curriculum. Students pursuing a degree in Special Education are required to complete a minor in a discipline of their choice.

Studio Art

The study of art is offered to acquaint students with the nature and history of art and to enable students to develop proficiency in the creation of art. Our Art Department shapes students' critical awareness and builds every creative aspect of an artist. Our students closely study art's significant impact on the world, from many cultures and perspectives.

Supply Chain Management

As companies become more integrated and complex, their logistics and sources of supply have also become more complex. Business practices now emphasize in-time deliveries and maintaining slim inventories making the management of a widely dispersed supply system a key component in many businesses. The School of Business aims to serve this area and prepare students with the experience in their coursework that places them in the forefront of potential employees.

Teaching English Abroad

This is one of seven unique 12-credit-hour Graduate Certificates designed to allow for specialization within the broader field of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, preparing candidates to teach English to speakers of other languages in a variety of professional contexts. Coursework includes online pedagogy and course development, reading and writing for the multilingual learner or TESOL pedagogy, and a practicum in teaching in global contexts.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

This 30 credit-hour program consists of 15 credit hours of language and culture; 9 credit hours of pedagogy; and 6 credit hours of research. Options are available to study entirely online or to attend a residential summer program, and toward the end of their studies candidates will write and present a final project based on second language acquisition theory and/or pedagogical theory related to the field.

Theatre (B.A.)

The aim of the Theatre Department program is to provide a foundation in theatre and concentrations in Acting, Costumes, Design/Technical, Directing, Musical Theatre, Stage Management, or Teacher Licensure. The coursework is integrated with the production work to provide a better understanding of the many facets of the theatre.

Theatre (B.F.A.)

The aim of the Theatre Department program is to provide a foundation in theatre and concentrations in Acting, Costumes, Design/Technical, Directing, Musical Theatre, Stage Management, or Teacher Licensure. The coursework is integrated with the production work to provide a better understanding of the many facets of the theatre.

Theatre with K-12 Teacher Licensure

The aim of the Theatre Department program is to provide a foundation in theatre and concentrations in Acting, Costumes, Design/Technical, Directing, Musical Theatre, Stage Management, or Teacher Licensure. The coursework is integrated with the production work to provide a better understanding of the many facets of the theatre.