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CAGS in Interdisciplinary Studies - Individualized Track

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Degree Overview

Each student’s CAGS program is planned and approved under the direction of a faculty member from both disciplines chosen by the student. Upon acceptance into the program, the student must submit an approved plan of study. The CAGS consists of an integrated core curriculum and a capstone experience. Students choose from two capstone options: thesis or action research project.

Requirements and Curriculum

Required Courses
IDIS 8000 Critical Inquiry in Interdisciplinary Studies 3 S.H.
IDIS 9000 Advanced Research Methods 3 S.H.
Twelve semester hours of advanced graduate level course work in each of two declared disciplines 24 S.H.
Capstone Experience (Thesis or Action Research Project) 6 S.H.

Total for Degree

 36 S.H.
  • 6000 level professional development courses may not be taken or transferred in as part of the CAGS program of study.


Career Opportunities

The Individualized CAGS program is a post-Master's academic certificate designed for candidates seeking to enhance their professional and or personal knowledge and skills. Courses taken may lead to licensure, specialization in a particular field, or re-specialization in a new field.

“ The flexibility of the course work fit perfectly into my full time teaching. My final project involved taking my previous knowledge of course work and incorporating it into an intense study with my students. Not only did my students learn and grow but so did I as an art teacher.”
–Madalena Alves, 2011
“ Fitchburg State has provided me the opportunity to advance my fine arts background and integrate up-to-date technology skills. It has opened many opportunities for me with artists, educators and technology specialists throughout the Commonwealth.”
–Terry Karangioze, 2011

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online or request a print application

WHAT NEXT?

Contact Admissions Office: (978)665-3144, admissions@fitchburgstate.edu

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Program
at a Glance

Admissions

Completed applications are reviewed on a rolling admission basis.
Admissions Requirements (PDF)

Delivery

Face-to-face and online courses offered in the evenings with some day courses during the summer.

Total Credits

36 credits

Program Cost

Tuition and fees

Time Frame

While you can complete the program in as few as 3 years, you have 6 years to complete the program.
Suggested sequence of courses (PDF)

Careers

Perfect for careers which combine disciplines such as supplement for Art, PE, Special Education careers

Program Highlights

NEASC
Program leads to:  professional contacts statewide, a capstone project relevant to career goals, career and salary advances

 

Graduate and Continuing
Education

(978) 665-3182
gce@fitchburgstate.edu

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Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8-6:30 pm
Friday 8-5 pm