• MA Degree Requirements
• Curriculum

Program Description
The Interdisciplinary Program in Liberal Studies permits students to pursue a master of arts degree in the humanities and related social sciences. The program is designed especially for part-time students and is administered jointly by The Graduate School and The School of Continuing Studies. Students study the historical, social, aesthetic, and moral contexts of our world and explore the exciting interplay among academic disciplines.

The program consists of a nine-course curriculum. Students take at least two MALS seminars (IPLS 401, 402, or 403) and seven electives or six electives and the IPLS 590 Capstone project course. All students complete a capstone project or thesis regardless of how many electives they take. Up to three 300-level courses and two independent study courses may be applied toward the degree.

Students who wish a more specific program may choose to specialize in American studies, history, religious and ethical studies, or an individualized area. Students choosing to specialize register for four of the required elective courses in the thematically-related area.

Applicants should contact the program or see Web site www.scs.northwestern.edu/grad/mals to learn more about program-specific requirements for admission.

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