Explore the culture, history and society of continental Africans and their descendants throughout American history. Learn about the accomplishments made, and challenges faced, by African American individuals and communities, and seek your own role in leadership, research or social activism, based on concrete examples from deep history to the present day.
Explore the building blocks of life in the U.S. This program focuses on the major themes of creating a culture, including art, gender, labor, race and the many ways we define ourselves as individuals, communities and families.
Develop proficiency in ancient studies with foundational courses in Greek and Latin languages, literatures and cultures. Deepen your understanding of ancient Greek and Latin culture and language with further study of ancient cities, history, literary epics and mythology.
Delve into the origins of humanity with one of the most comprehensive undergraduate programs available in anthropology. Coursework spans archeology, biology, culture, linguistics and society. Gain a grasp on the developments and interconnections that shaped the modern world.
Sharpen your language skills and develop a strong foundation in using Arabic socially and professionally. Position yourself for a career in international business, government service or another field that requires language proficiency.
Take advantage of Temple’s breadth of courses and teachers in the fields of Asian culture, history and linguistics. Choose a field, location or subject and weave one of Asia’s unique languages through a broader understanding of art, culture, history, philosophy, politics and religion.
Learn Mandarin (Putonghua), spoken by 850 million Chinese citizens. Develop the foundation for a career in government and business or to pursue graduate studies in health, informatics and law. Build proficiency incrementally, supplemented by English-taught classes on Chinese culture, film and literature. Advance your skills at a Chinese university or experience a language-intensive summer abroad.
Develop solid language skills and a strong foundation for effectively using Chinese socially and professionally. The certificate is particularly suited to students considering careers in international business, government service or other professions that require foreign language proficiency.
Develop proficiency in Latin or Greek. Explore the meaning and function of gender, slavery, race, the city and other ancient institutions. Learn how ancients thought by studying their architecture, art, history, languages, literature and mythology. Encounter the ruins firsthand by studying abroad in Rome.
Develop an understanding of health and illness through the lens of psychology and study the interplay among psychology, biology and environment. Gain a strong background in psychology as it relates to health and prepare yourself to take the MCATS or begin a health-related career.
Delve into the science behind brain functionality through the study of cognition, language, memory, emotion and other topic areas. You’ll gain a unique background preparing you for specialization in cognitive neuroscience and related fields such as clinical neuropsychology and neurology.
Discover your unique personal voice and style while creating original work in your desired medium. Open to both majors and non-majors, this 18-credit minor includes workshops and project-based courses as well as electives in writing and/or literature. Upon completion, students will have built a portfolio of work in multiple genres suitable for application to graduate programs, internship opportunities and literary publications.
Research the nature of crime and society’s efforts to control and prevent it. This program emphasizes critical thinking about the causes and the consequences of crime and law enforcement. Students prepare for careers as practitioners, researchers, and academics in a variety of public and private sector professions in adult and juvenile systems of justice, at the federal, state, and local levels of government.
Prepare for a career in cybersecurity and understand the behavior associated with cyberattacks. Graduates of this major benefit from the program’s innovative, multidisciplinary curriculum and collaboration between Temple’s College of Liberal Arts and College of Science and Technology.
Available as a minorLearn about how human behavior impacts cybersecurity. Acquire knowledge of the different security challenges and crimes you will encounter when pursuing a career in cybersecurity.
Available as a minorTackle social problems with a degree in economics, combining mathematical and behavioral study. This program prepares students for professions in economics, as well as business, law or teaching, and an opportunity in cooperative education allows students to pursue careers before graduation.
Prepare to launch a career in the business or nonprofit sectors. The certificate supplements a traditional liberal arts education with foundational accounting, economic and leadership principles to effectively equip graduates for their professional lives.
Gain advanced reading and writing skills with classic and modern contributions to English discourse and literature. Develop the skills of critical analysis and reflection of existing works and those required to prepare original works in creative and professional fields. Work alongside accomplished faculty to prepare for careers in editing, publishing, writing and more.
Combine the natural sciences of resources and processes with the social sciences surrounding humanity’s relationship to the planet. Prepare for a career in research and advocacy or the professional study of geographic information systems, law, planning and more.
Gain an intellectual and practical framework for understanding ethical problems in our everyday lives as well as within specific fields such as business, environmental policy and medicine, among others. You’ll take an introduction to the major schools of ethical theory before diving into courses on applied ethics and contemporary philosophies.
Immerse yourself in the study of criminal behavior and the psychological impacts within the justice system. Gain specialized knowledge in forensic psychology through a blend of core and elective courses, preparing for diverse career paths and advanced studies. Develop critical thinking and practical skills, enabling effective application of psychological principles in legal contexts.
Study the many forms and facets of the French language throughout its history as a global parlance and its effect on cultures around the world. Gain written and oral proficiency in French as you study the art, history and media of one or more Francophone cultures.
Strengthen your linguistic and cultural proficiency by taking a series of French courses. The certificate is particularly suited to students interested in pursuing a business career in a francophone area, as it includes specific coursework on spoken and written vocabulary, idioms and cultural aspects helpful for business professionals.
Focus on gender and sexuality as an issue of individual identity and social cohesion in the U.S. and beyond. Learn the foundations of social science theories and methods in parallel with the lexicon of feminist and gender studies literature that explores our past and present understanding of gender in culture, politics and society.
Designed for students majoring outside of the College of Liberal Arts, this certificate will prepare you for a career path oriented towards gender, sexuality and women’s studies. Study the central institutions of gender, including family, sexuality and love. Synthesize a variety of critical perspectives with special consideration of class and race among women in American society and third world nations. In addition to classroom work, you’ll also have the opportunity to complete fieldwork in a public or private agency whose mission includes women’s advocacy.
Explore the rich and varied applications of combining data with maps. Geographic information systems are pervasive in modern industries from public health and education to criminal justice and engineering. With a background in this technology you’ll be prepared to take on advanced research positions in technology-based companies, government agencies and nonprofit organizations.
Understand the problems and promise of human habitation from a foundation in geographic sciences and theory. Gain a comprehensive understanding of globalization, social justice and sustainability in order to better address the challenges of the future.
Study German language and culture, with an emphasis on understanding, speaking, reading and writing. Take an advanced German for business course, which focuses on navigating current economics and business issues in German-speaking countries. Learn specialized business vocabulary and the fundamentals of particular issues including German unification, the European Union, and transportation and infrastructure.
Get ahead in a world language that influences business, philosophy and politics. Gain an understanding of German media and culture, pursue a career in international business or engage in discussion with the many innovators that speak German as a first language.
Address key issues facing humanity around the world, and elect to focus on economy, security or cultures.
Gain a deeper understanding of the role health plays in society, and broaden your research skills. Hone your analytical research skills through advanced data analysis and research methodology courses.
Prepare for the future by understanding the implications of the past. Specialize in the cultural, economic, ethnic, gender, political or social aspects of American, European or non-Western history. This program is a common foundation for future study of business, education, government, law and academic specialties.
Geared toward students who are interested in German cultural studies, this interdisciplinary degree provides a foundation in history, culture and German as a foreign language. Cultural studies courses explore topics such as film, German minorities and cultural identities, and race, gender, and, sexuality in the Weimar era. Students can take up to two courses taught in English outside of the department to fulfill their requirements.
Learn to speak Italian and absorb the social and cultural imprints of Italy upon the world. Build proficiency in spoken and written Italian through exercises, literature and music while preparing for a career in business, education, government or tourism.
Take a series of Italian language courses to advance your reading, writing and speaking skills. A course focused specifically on business vocabulary will prepare you to handle transactions and build a successful practice in the context of an international business environment.
Form a deep understanding of Italian culture through a curriculum that emphasizes art, film, history, language, literature, media and music. You’ll also study Italian as a second language and master reading, writing and speaking skills.
Develop your language skills and a strong foundation to effectively use Japanese in both social and professional contexts. The certificate is particularly suited to those interested in international business careers.
Acquire the cultural knowledge and sociolinguistic skills necessary to solve language-related problems in everyday and institutional communication. Gain the anthropological and linguistic tools to understand and study the foundations of language use and communication.
Combine a background in business with coursework in Spanish and Latin American business language and culture. Polish your professional profile to compete in the growing job market and meet the considerable demand for business professionals with sophisticated Spanish language skills and cultural understanding.
Broaden your knowledge of the criminal justice system and prepare for a career in today’s rapidly evolving legal world. Explore different facets of the law, including court administration, diversion services, restorative justice programs, legal investigations, paralegal work and legal services.
Advance your understanding of law enforcement at the local, state and federal levels, and the relationship between law enforcement agencies and the national Homeland Security enterprise. Delve into a breadth of specialized topics based on today’s societal needs, including terrorism, transnational crime, global security, criminal gangs, hate crimes, cyber security and evidence-based policing.
Analyze gender and sexuality through multidisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives. Develop expertise in the history, literature, socio-political issues, ideologies and theories concerning the LGBTQ community and learn to think critically about the intersections of gender and sexuality.
This program is ideal if you require flexibility in your course work, major and schedule. Design your own plan of study in the liberal arts with a concentration in humanities or social science, transfer to a major or choose a concentration as your academic goals evolve.
Use mathematical approaches, from probability mechanics to statistical analysis, to solve problems and address issues of economics. Build a foundation of the most common and useful tools of theoretical and applied mathematics, while learning the context of economics and financial data.
Discover an interdisciplinary field that examines the source of cognition and feeling. This program draws coursework from multiple schools and departments to cover degenerative diseases, molecular genetics, neural development, and other functions and issues of human neural networks.
Deepen your expertise with coursework focused on basic, cellular/molecular and behavioral neuroscience and research techniques. Develop your own interests with two semester of independent study in this minor that will give you the opportunity to pursue a neuroscience research project of your choosing.
Study the nature of reality and intention that provides the foundation for all of humanity’s intellectual and social progress. This program grounds students in basic issues in the arts, professions and sciences, and prepares future law school graduates with a specialized curriculum.
Study the relationship between politics and the economy, and explore the relationship between government actions and economic change. You’ll be prepared to analyze public policy and policy-making processes. This undergraduate certificate is a joint offering from the College of Liberal Arts’ Department of Economics and Department of Political Science.
Gain a full understanding of politics within the U.S. government, international relations and the underlying theories of the choices and actions of states. Explore the history and structure of political behavior, governments and policies, and develop the skills to research or participate in the political process.
Develop your skills in Portuguese with an 18-credit minor and increase your job credentials. Acquire fluency in Portuguese through language, cultural and elective courses of your choosing that explore the rich Luso-Brazilian, African, Latin American and Lusophone worlds such as soccer, samba, poetry, martial arts, politics and international business.
Refine the communication and writing skills you need to be successful in professional settings, including corporate, government and nonprofit entities. Develop a deep understanding of stylistic conventions, learn to write accurate, clear, and persuasive prose, produce research-informed content, and use digital tools to enhance communication.
Journey to the origins of human cognition and behavior with a program combining the physical and social indicators of communities, disorders and interactions. Gain access to numerous learning experiences, from laboratory research to local clinics, and specialized programs for future graduate students in business, law, medical and advanced research.
Combine a classical liberal arts education with a global familiarity of major faiths and covenants, from the ancient origins of Judeo-Christian sects to the modern practices of Asian and African religions. Round out your understanding of religion and faith-based thought while honing your analytical, intellectual and interpersonal skills.
Acquire a diverse range of social science skills in applied statistics and research that are increasingly vital in complex decision making. Develop advanced research skills and technical training to take a data-driven approach to understanding society.
Study human behavior in all of its forms through a wide-ranging program that analyzes the roles of culture, family, gender, globalization, politics and race. This program offers rigorous training in the theories and methods of social analysis in groups, institutions and entire societies.
Specialize in health-related sociology with courses including medical sociology; the sociology of health and reproduction; race, science and medicine; sex and society; population studies; and urban health. Students develop a deeper understanding of how health and society interact within the context of individual and community experiences.
Gain listening, reading, speaking and writing proficiency by learning Spanish culture, language and literature. Focus on becoming proficient for business, law, medicine, social services, or teaching or qualifying for advanced linguistic and literary studies. Accelerate your understanding through service learning and internship opportunities locally or abroad.
Develop your Spanish reading, speaking and writing skills while opening up potential career opportunities in business, communication, government and social services. The certificate consists of six courses, ranging from introductory Spanish courses to more specialized language and cultural study.
Develop skills and knowledge in two complementary areas in order to compete more successfully in a growing job market. Gain an introduction to the art, culture, film, media, music, history, literature, politics, religion and societies of Latin America from a multidisciplinary perspective.
Learn to communicate effectively in Spanish within healthcare environments to provide better patient care and increase your career potential and marketability.
Prepare for a career in cross-cultural communication with the Spanish-English Translation and Interpretation Certificate. In this 12-credit undergraduate certificate, students refine their bilingual abilities while developing key translation and interpretation skills. Through coursework grounded in real-world applications, you’ll explore specialized vocabulary, Latinx cultural contexts and the ethical considerations essential to accurate, respectful communication in a variety of fields.
Develop a thorough understanding of the role of sport in both U.S. and global societies. Explore the economic impact of sport, the social-psychology of physical activity, and the role of media and communications in sport and recreation.
Deepen your understanding of how anthropologists use and study audiovisual media with courses examining film, television, photography and other forms of audiovisual expression. You’ll learn how to analyze media, especially within and across various cultural contexts, and grapple with the problem of how mass media reflects and influences people’s social worlds and everyday lives.
