Interdisciplinary Studies, B.A.R.S.C.
South Carolina Honors College
The Bachelor of Arts and Science (B.A.R.S.C.) degree allows a student to create a customized program of study outside of traditional disciplinary boundaries. Students typically apply for this major the second semester of their first year in Honors.
Only available to Honors students, the highly selective program gives students the opportunity to create a customized major and curriculum by developing a challenging course of study tailored to specific interests and career goals when they can’t be accomplished with a double major, dual degree or other options.
Program Highlights
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Academic Excellence
Enjoy innovative and experiential learning from the nation’s top ranked public honors college.
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Depth of Knowledge
Participate in award-winning research all four undergraduate years through the B.A.R.S.C. program.
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Customized Pathway
Create a unique and challenging curriculum that fits individual interests, needs and aptitudes.
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Inspiring Experts
Develop close and collaborative relationships with top faculty from across the university.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Advocacy
Promoting or defending a cause or issue often using awareness, education and policy change
Collaboration
Working with others to achieve a common goal or objective
Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
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Data Analysis
Examining and interpreting information to uncover insights and inform decision making
Innovation
Introducing new ideas, methods or products to improve performance or achieve a specific goal
Understand Complexity
Analyzing and synthesizing information to identify patterns and connections
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Researcher
- Ambassador
- Educator
- Lawyer
- Policy Maker
- Scientist
Workplace Settings
- Academia
- Government
- Legal
- Medicine
- Public Service
- Research