Diversity Studies (Certificate)
This interdisciplinary program offers a focus on diversity and addresses relationships between majority and minority groups throughout multiple societies around the globe. Class, social structures, cultural differences and related topics will be explored, along with ways to promote understanding and acceptance among those who differ in race, religion, culture, ethnicity, or other characteristics. Humanities, public administration, psychology and other courses are available to students who obtain the certificate. Graduates will gain a heightened understanding of the diversity among various people from differing countries, cultures, religions, genders and/or ethnicities, thus enhancing their approach to those who differ in various aspects of humanity. This program will serve such completers in multiple work settings, regardless of career selection.
Diversity Studies (Certificate)
Description
What is Diversity Studies at ODU like?
This interdisciplinary program offers a focus on diversity and addresses relationships between majority and minority groups throughout multiple societies around the globe. Class, social structures, cultural differences and related topics will be explored, along with ways to promote understanding and acceptance among those who differ in race, religion, culture, ethnicity, or other characteristics. Humanities, public administration, psychology and other courses are available to students who obtain the certificate. Graduates will gain a heightened understanding of the diversity among various people from differing countries, cultures, religions, genders and/or ethnicities, thus enhancing their approach to those who differ in various aspects of humanity. This program will serve such completers in multiple work settings, regardless of career selection.
Program Highlights
What makes Diversity Studies at ODU unique?
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UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS 1000+
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FULL-TIME FACULTY 23
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PH.D STUDENTS CURRENTLY ENROLLED 12
Delivery Mode(s):
On-Campus
Degree Earned:
Undergraduate Certificate
Department:
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Courses
What are some courses offered in Diversity Studies at ODU?
SOC 320:
Social Inequality
An analysis of social differentiation, stratification, and social class. Emphasis is placed upon modern American society, with some comparison with historical and contemporary systems of other societies. Prerequisites: SOC 201S or permission of the instructor.
AAST 410:
Africana Intellectual Thought and Economic Development
This course examines Africana philosophical and theoretical thought as it pertains to issues of race, labor and production. Through an examination of the social and economic legacy of slavery and colonialism, this course investigates how systems of exploitation have influenced the underdevelopment of Africa, the Caribbean and North America in its contribution to Western Capitalism. Prerequisites: General Education human behavior course.
AAST 420W:
African American Political and Social Thought
This course is designed to introduce students to the historical and contemporary experiences of ?Blackness? as it has been constructed, contested and affirmed in various historical, political and narrative contexts. Embracing the theme of duality, the course examines what it means for a culture and people to be both integral to and excluded from the American political and social community. This is a writing intensive course. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENGL 211C or ENGL 221C or ENGL 231C and a General Education human behavior course.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Diversity Studies at ODU?
Students entering the Undergraduate Certificate program in Diversity Studies should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Undergraduate Admission)
Students must take SOC 320
Six additional hours form the following list of courses.
- AAST 410 Africana Intellectual Thought and Economic Development
- AAST 420W African American Political and Social Thought
- ANTR 300 Human Cultures Around the World
- COMM 400W Intercultural Communication
- CRJS 450 Blacks, Crime and Justice
- CRJS 452 Diversity in Criminal Justice Organizations
- ENGL 371W Communication Across Cultures
- HLSC 405 Interprofessional Study Abroad on Global Health
- GEOG 325 Ethnic Minorities
- GEOG 412 Cities of the World
- HIST 475 History of Modern Africa
- HMSV 346 Diversity Issues in Human Services
- NURS 458 Studies in Professional Nursing
- PAS 409 Leadership and Cultural Competence
- PHIL 481 Buddhism
- or PHIL 482 Chinese Religion and Philosophy
- or REL 352 Islam
- POLS 309 Race, Culture and Public Policy
- PSYC 420 Cross-Cultural Psychology
- SOC 323 Sociology of Minority Families
- SOC 343 Sexualities in Society
- SOC 426 The Sociology of Minority Groups
- WCS 312W Communicative Competence: Writing and Reading
- WCS 321 Human Rights and World Literature and Cultures
- WCS 400 Global Cultural Studies
- WMST 302W Dimensions of Diversity: Intersectionality Among Women
- WMST 303 Queer Studies
- WMST 390T Women and Technology Worldwide
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 374
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,039
Active Duty Military Rate
Per Credit:
$ 250
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 407
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Transfer
I like this program and want to transfer. What are my next steps?
At ODU, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful transition, engagement, and academic achievement of transfer students. The services and programs offered to you as a Monarch are endless so take advantage of every opportunity. Even before you set foot on campus, we encourage you to Explore, Experience, and Engage! Visit our Transfer Students page for more information.
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