Auburn Bulletin 2024-2025

University College

University College fosters the growth of interdisciplinary and cross-college academic programs. Its programs are designed to provide intellectual opportunities for students whose interests, aptitudes, and career goals range widely across college boundaries. It is the home of the Interdisciplinary University Studies undergraduate major and the Sustainability Studies and Leadership minors. 

Undergraduate Certificates

Interdisciplinary Studies Courses

IDSC 1010 LIFE, CAREER, AND EVERYTHING (3) LEC. 3. This course provides an in-depth exploration of each student's strengths and interests, and includes a series of exercises and experiences designed to guide the student in the selection of a degree path.

IDSC 2000 CONTEMPORARY KOREA (3) LEC. 3. Overview of the human, physical, and technological context of the Republic of South Korea through a combination of lectures, readings, presentations, and discussions, utilizing the expertise of Auburn colleagues across the disciplines.

IDSC 2190 FOUNDATIONS OF INTERDISCIPLINARY UNIVERSITY STUDIES (3) LEC. 3. Provides students with an introduction to (1) the major approaches and applications of interdisciplinary studies, (2) an examination of disciplinary and interdisciplinary thinking; and (3) an introduction to concepts and methods of interdisciplinary study.

IDSC 3210 ADVANCED INTERDISCIPLINARY PROBLEM SOLVING (3) LEC. 2. LAB. 2. Pr. IDSC 1010 and (IDSC 2190 or IDSC 2193). This is a synthesis course designed to provide students with practice in applying interdisciplinary methods to the solution of real-world problems and to prepare them to communicate those solutions to a diverse audience.

IDSC 4920 INTERDISCIPLINARY CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE (3) INT. 3. Pr. IDSC 1010 and (IDSC 2190 or IDSC 2193) and (IDSC 3210 or IDSC 3213). Capstone course designed to apply Interdisciplinary Degree Coursework to an internship project. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

IDSC 4930 INTERDISCIPLINARY CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE (3) LEC. 2. LAB. 2. Pr. IDSC 1010 and (IDSC 2190 or IDSC 2193) and (IDSC 3210 or IDSC 3213). Capstone course designed to apply Interdisciplinary Degree Coursework to a senior thesis project. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

IDSC 5950 GRADUATE FOOD SYSTEMS SEMINAR (1) SEM. 1. This is a required course for graduate students in the Food Systems Graduate Certificate Program. Discussion and presentation of integrated and interdisciplinary food system topics. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours.

IDSC 6950 GRADUATE FOOD SYSTEMS SEMINAR (1) SEM. 1. This is a required course for graduate students in the Food Systems Graduate Certificate Program. Discussion and presentation of integrated and interdisciplinary food system topics. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours.

Intl Programs-Special Topics Courses

INTL 1500 DEVELOPING A GLOBAL MINDSET IN AN INTERCONNECTED WORLD (1) LEC/SEM. This interdisciplinary course introduces students to the knowledge and skills needed to become globally competent in the 21st century. It also provides an orientation to the university's international resources, offices, majors, minors, curricula, and co-curricular opportunities. An assessment is also made of the students’ initial intercultural intelligence.

INTL 1800 ORAL PROFICIENCY IN ENGLISH FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (3) LEC. 3. SU. Departmental approval. International students develop lecture note-taking skills, classroom oral presentation skills on general and specific subjects, and debating skills. None for degree-enrolled students; for transient students.

INTL 1820 CLASSROOM COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR INTERNATIONAL TEACHING ASSISTANTS (3) LEC. 3. SU. Oral language skills required for effective classroom communication.

INTL 1830 WRITING PROFICIENCY IN ENGLISH FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (3) LEC. 3. SU. Skills that international students need to undertake successful research writing in English.

INTL 1840 READING SKILLS FOR ESL (3) LEC. 3. SU. Comprehend extensive university-level readings, identify author's audience, purpose, viewpoint and tone, read 250 words per minute. None for degree-enrolled student; for transient students, one of the following: pBT TOEFL of 500, iBT TOEFL of 61, IELTS of 6.

INTL 3930 DIRECTED INTERNATIONAL STUDY (2-8) AAB. Directed study-abroad or 'internationalization at home' experiences for upper-division or non-degree students to provide students with field learningand campus or distance experiences that build upon allied coursework and co-curricular activities. Course can be offered on-campus or with one or more weeks abroad. Course may also be used for internationalization instruction on campus or by distance for off-campus students. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.

INTL 3937 HONORS DIRECTED INTERNATIONAL STUDY (2-8) AAB. Pr. Honors College. Directed study-abroad or 'internationalization at home' experiences for upper-division or non-degreestudents to provide students with field learning and campus or distance experiences that build upon allied coursework and co-curricular activities. Course can be offered on-campus or with one or more weeks abroad. Course may also be used for internationalization instruction on campus or by distance for off-campus students. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 8 credit hours.

INTL 3980 GLOBAL MINDSET CAPSTONE COURSE (2) LEC/SEM. Departmental approval. This course assists students in internationalizing their careers by expanding their capacities to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary group setting in an international and intercultural context. Through course content, assignments and reflections, students will learn to effectively communicate their global experiences and how these academic and life experiences enhance their ability to succeed in a globally connected world.

INTL 4400 INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP (0-12) INT. SU. Internship abroad or in the US for 0-12 hours, as approved by faculty supervisor per the plan for internship. Can be used for major, minor or certificate as designated in descriptions of these programs. Can be used for internships abroad as well as for international students on CPT/AT that are undertaking an internship in the US. Prerequisites will depend on the faculty supervisor overseeing individual student's internship. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

INTL 4407 HONORS INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP (0-12) INT. SU. Internship abroad or in the US for 0-12 hours, as approved by faculty supervisor per the plan for internship. Can be used for major, minor or certificate as designated in descriptions of these programs. Can be used for internships abroad as well as for international students on CPT/AT that are undertaking an internship in the US. Prerequisites will depend on the faculty supervisor overseeing individual student's internship. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

INTL 6400 INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP (1-9) INT. SU. Internship abroad for graduate level for 1-9 hours, as approved by faculty supervisor per the plan for internship. The plan will need to specify work required by faculty supervisor, hours of work, credits to be earned upon successful completion of course. Faculty supervisor will be responsible for oversight and grading. This course will assist students where an international internship will aid in their studies and career prospects. Can be used for major, minor or certificate as designated in descriptions of these programs. It will be the responsibility of the supervising faculty to supply accessible syllabus, textbook, videos, and other materials. It is the student's responsibility to their internship with the aid of their faculty supervisor. Prerequisite courses will depend on the faculty supervisor overseeing individual student's internship. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

INTL 6670 INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE INTERNSHIP IN THE USA (0-9) INT. SU. Domestic internship for international graduate students and for domestic graduate students wishing to work with international companies in the USA. This course can be utilized by students where no such course exists in their college. International graduate students must meet immigration internship requirements; students must check in with International Students and Scholars Services within the Office of International Programs. Domestic graduate students must get approval from faculty internship supervisor. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

Leadership Courses

LEAD 2000 FOUNDATIONS OF LEADERSHIP (3) LEC. 2. LAB. 1. Introductory course for students pursing the Leadership Minor.

LEAD 2100 WOMEN AND LEADERSHIP (3) LEC. 3. An interactive exploration of the social, political, economic, and cultural implications of women's current and historic leadership roles.

LEAD 2200 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT (3) LEC. 3. Introduction to Community and Civic Engagement introduces students to the context, issues, skills, and experience of citizenship and civic leadership in a democratic society.

LEAD 3200 LEADERSHIP FOR A GLOBAL SOCIETY (3) LEC. 3. This heavily discussion- and project-based seminar, coupled with reading list and plethora of guests, activities, and online resources, offers participants the tools required or effective leadership in an increasingly global society.

LEAD 4000 LEADERSHIP IN PRACTICE (3) LEC. 3. Pr. LEAD 2000. Capstone course in interdisciplinary leadership minor.

Sustainability Studies Courses

SUST 2000 INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABILITY (3) LEC. 3. Introduction to the interdisciplinary study of sustainability. May count either SUST 2000 or HONR 1027/HONR 1037.

SUST 2007 HONORS INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABILITY (3) LEC. 3. Pr. Honors College. Introduction to the interdisciplinary study of sustainability. May count either SUST 2000 or HONR 1027/HONR 1037.

SUST 3600 UNDERSTANDING NATURE, SELF, AND SOCIETY (3) LEC. 3. The course examines the intersection between nature, self, and society, and draws on sociological scholarship and nature writing. Through readings, class conversations, imaginative writing reflections, and short field trips, students will be able to critically interrogate our social relationship with nature and study the social dynamics that shape the meanings we attach to nature. Credit will not be given to both SOCY 3600 and SUST 3600.

SUST 4900 DIRECTED STUDIES IN SUSTAINABILILITY (1-3) IND. Departmental approval. Advanced individual research and/or coursework in the field of sustainability studies. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 3 credit hours.

SUST 5000 SENIOR CAPSTONE IN SUSTAINABILITY (3) LEC. 3. Pr. SUST 2000. Capstone research seminar for students completing the Minor in Sustainability Studies.