The Division of Behavioral Sciences is committed to the University’s particular emphasis on liberal studies. Baccalaureate degree programs are offered in Political Science, Psychology, and Social Sciences with a Specialization in History, Sociology, and Social Studies Education. A Master of Arts degree is offered in Interdisciplinary Behavioral Sciences specializing in the intersection of psychology and law. The Division provides its students with the knowledge, skills, tools, and perspectives to analyze and interpret phenomena in their selected fields as well as in related disciplines. The intent is to develop scholars who are knowledgeable and well-versed in each of the behavioral and social sciences.
In cooperation with the School of Education in the College of Professional Studies, the Division offers a specialization in Social Studies Education, which prepares students for teacher certification in grades 8-12. The Educator Preparation Program in Social Studies has specific admissions requirements and coursework, including a semester of full-time student teaching. Students in this program should maintain close contact with their Social Studies Education advisor in the Division as well as the faculty in the School of Education.
The Division of Behavioral Sciences offers a minor in African-American Studies. This is an interdisciplinary program administered by the faculty of History. Kentucky State University is committed to continued scholarship, inquiry, and education in African-American history and culture. By drawing upon the resources of faculty in a broad range of related studies, it is hoped that students will develop an understanding of the African-American experience from a variety of perspectives.
Admission to this program requires a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0, and it is recommended that students complete the Liberal Studies Requirements prior to pursuing the minor. Students must successfully complete 18 semester credit hours from a variety of interdisciplinary courses selected in consultation with their advisor. The courses include ART 303; ENG 409; GEO 212; HIS 314, HIS 365, HIS 366, and HIS 411; MUS 323 and MUS 325; POS 462; and SOC 304.
A Specialization in History provides a global perspective on the social, political, and intellectual development of civilizations. It allows students an opportunity to reflect on the past, gain a historical perspective on the present, and acquire a knowledge and understanding of human behavior. A History specialization may choose courses that deal with Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, and South America.
The History program offers a curriculum that is designed to prepare graduates to function in and contribute to an expanding society, enhance critical thinking skills, develop an appreciation and understanding of historical research methodologies, become aware of the contributions of diverse cultures to our global society, internalize and integrate this information into their total knowledge base, and prepare students for advanced professional studies and varied career opportunities.
To satisfy the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences with a Specialization in History, a student must complete a minimum of 120 semester credit hours including 30 semester credit hours in History. The required courses are HIS 101, 102, 201, 202; 314 or 316; 333 or 366, and HIS 499. The remaining 12 semester credit hours of 300/400 level History courses must be selected in consultation with
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