Students who earn a Certificate in Social and Cultural Studies will have successfully completed six courses from at least three disciplinary approaches (history, philosophy, sociology).
NOTE: This certificate is not a credential for teacher certification/licensure.
Admissions
In addition to the minimum Graduate School admission requirements, to be considered for regular admission an applicant must be either enrolled in a graduate degree, or have an earned graduate degree. Applicants who are not currently enrolled at The University of Alabama, but have a GPA below 3.0 (but greater than or equal to 2.75) may be considered for Admission with Permission to Continue.
See the Admission Criteria section of this catalog for more information.
Curricular Requirements
| Social and Cultural Studies | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Core Coursework | 6 | |
| Multicult Soc Ed Leadershp | ||
| Ethics And Education | ||
| Elective Coursework | 12 | |
| Readings In Soc Of Ed | ||
| Studies History Of Education | ||
| Studies Social Foundatn Eductn | ||
| Studies Philosophy Education | ||
| Phil Science Rel Ed Res | ||
| Critical Race Theory In Educ | ||
| Studies in Higher Ed History | ||
| Phil & Amer Higher Ed | ||
| Curriculum Study Schooling | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Students may include one Masters level course as an elective toward the certificate, including BEF 504 Philosophy Of Educ, BEF 575 Found Educn Through Film, and BEF 585 Language Politics & Education.
In consultation with the Program Coordinator, students may choose up to two elective courses from related fields outside the department or College. Students in the College of Education may count courses named here and used also for the college foundations requirement toward the certificate.
Transfer Credit
Transfer credit is not accepted.
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Time Limit for Certificate Completion
Courses should be completed within six (6) years.
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Academic Misconduct Information
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Withdrawals and Leave of Absence Information
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Academic Grievances Information
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Grades and Academic Standing
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