College of Liberal Arts and Applied Science
Miami University Regional Campuses include Miami Hamilton and Miami Middletown as well as the Voice of America Learning Center (VOALC) in West Chester.
The College of Liberal Arts and Applied Science is home to twelve academic departments and multiple degree programs. It offers a flexible and affordable model of education to meet the needs for economic, community, and work-force development in our region. Academic offerings include the following:
- Microcredentials
- Certificates
- Associate degrees
- Bachelor degrees
- Beginning coursework for most Miami University Oxford campus bachelor’s degree programs
Miami’s Regional’s offers a variety of courses online. In addition, some programs are also available in-person and on-line.
Online courses do not require you to physically and are offered through a password-protected collaborative learning environment called Canvas. Course content is available 24 hours a day and communication takes place in a variety of ways. There are two types of online courses:
- Online Asynchronous (ONLA) - All activities occur online, with no synchronous sessions or activities.
- Online Synchronous (ONLS) - All class sessions meet synchronously via web conference, with few or no asynchronous online activities
The advantages of online courses include flexibility, mobility, and accessibility. Keep in mind that these courses can be very time-consuming and require discipline and good time management to complete.
Microcredentials
Microcredentials are an exciting, new initiative happening on the Miami University campuses. They are designed to create opportunities for anyone with an emerging educational (or skills) need - they can focus on broad, unmet needs in businesses, or they can be more focused on an individual’s need for a particular skill.
Because microcredentials focus on specialized outcomes, skills or experiences that make someone better qualified to do a particular job, their benefits are far reaching. Employees with updated skills and knowledge open up opportunities for promotion or a possible career change, while employers benefit through increased productivity and a better prepared workforce.
With its focus on working adults, convenience is top priority. Learning can be accomplished via online, in-person or hybrid courses customized to meet the needs of the individual or organization. They take less time to earn than a degree, and may or may not be for college credit.
Associate Degrees - Suggested First-Year Courses
Commerce: Associate of Applied Business
This program is offered in an in-person format or online
The Associate of Applied Business: Business Management Technology associate degree is for those who want to enter business fields and improve their career opportunities.
Potential Career Paths
Graduates without extensive work experience typically start in entry-level, management-support positions and advance to more responsible positions with experience, motivation, and ability.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- CMR 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
- CMR 111 Introduction to Management I (3)
- CMR 181 Computers and Business (3)
- STC 136 Intro to Interpersonal Communication (3) MP
Spring Semester
- CMR 101 Introduction to Accounting (3)
- CMR 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3) MP
- CMR 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
- STA 261 Statistics (4) MP OR MTH 119 Quantitative Reasoning (4) MP
- MP Natural Science or Global Citizenship (3)
Computer Technology: Associate in Applied Science
Potential Career Paths
Computer programmers and system support personnel
Fall Semester
- CEC 101 Imagination, Ingenuity, and Impact I (2)
- CSE 174 Fundamentals of Programming and Problem Solving (3)
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MTH 151 Calculus I (5) MP
Spring Semester
- CSE/CIT 262 Technology, Ethics, and Global Society (3) MP
- CSE 271 Object Oriented Programming (3)
- CEC 112 Imagination, Ingenuity, and Impact II (2)
- MTH 251 Calculus II (4)
- STC 135 Principles of Public Speaking (3) or ACP 231 Small Group Communication (3)
Computer and Information Technology: Associate in Applied Science
This program is offered in an in-person format or online
Potential Career Paths
Technically skilled professionals who can design computer programs and systems, support users, and provide administration and maintenance of computer networks.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) or ENG 109 English Composition for Second-Language (MP) (3)
- STC 135 Introduction to Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3)
- MTH 122 College Algebra (3)
- CIT 167 IT People and Practices (2)
CIT 168 IT Tools and Techniques (4)
Spring Semester
- CIT 205 Agile Launchpad I (3)
- CIT 214 Database Design (3)
CSE 163 Introduction to Computer Concepts and Programming (3) MP - Major Concentration (3)
MP Creative Arts or MP Natural Science (3-4)
Criminal Justice: Associate in Applied Science
Potential Career Paths
Law enforcement officers; corrections officers; and may work within probation, parole or private security agencies.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- CJS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice Studies (3) MP
- CJS 271 Intro to Criminal Behavior (3)
- MP Natural Science (3)
- MP Creative Arts (3)
Spring Semester
- CJS 211 Policing in America (3)
- CJS 225 Law and Courts in America (3)
- POL 142 American POlitics & Diversity (3) MP or CRE 151 Intro to Critical Race & Ethnic Studies (3) MP
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- CJS Elective - Recommend CJS 232 Criminal Defense and Adjudication
Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology: Associate in Applied Science
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org/ First year students who want to pursue a bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology must first earn an associate degree in Engineering Technology. Students should begin with the following suggested coursework in either Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology
Potential Career Paths
Electronic technicians, electrical maintenance technicians, computer maintenance and network technicians, engineering assistants, and other related paraprofessional positions.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3)
- ENT 135 Computer-Aided Drafting (3)
- ENT 137 Introduction to Engineering Technology (1)
- ENT 192 Circuit Analysis I (3)
- MTH 124 Trigonometry (3) OR MTH 151 Calculus (5) MP (or start with appropriate course based on STEM math placement)
Spring Semester
- STC 135 Principles of Public Speaking (3)
- ENT 193 Circuit Analysis II (3)
- ENT 296 Programmable Logic Controllers (3)
- PHY 161 Physics for the Life Sciences with Laboratory I (4) MP
- CSE 163 Intro to Computer Concepts and Programming (3) MP
Mechanical Engineering Technology: Associate in Applied Science
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org/ First year students who want to pursue a bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology must first earn an associate degree in Engineering Technology. Students should begin with the following suggested coursework in either Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology
Potential Career Paths
Engineering Technicians within manufacturing related areas such as testing, analysis, design, and development of products.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- ENT 135 Computer-Aided Drafting (3)
- ENT 137 Introduction to Engineering Technology (1)
- ENT 151 Engineering Materials (3)
- MTH 124 Trigonometry (3) OR MTH 151 Calculus (5) MP (or start with appropriate course based on STEM math placement)
Spring Semester
- CSE 163 Introduction to Computer Concepts and Programming (3) MP or CSE 153 Intro to C/C++ Programming (3)
- ENT 152 Computer-Aided Manufacturing I (3)
- ENT 271 Mechanics I: Statics (3)
- PHY 161 Physics for Life Science (4) OR PHY 191 General Physics (4-5) MP
- STC 135 Principles of Public Speaking (3) OR STC 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communications (3) MP
General Studies: Associate in Arts
Concentrations are available in: Business, Creative Arts, Education, Health and Society, Engineering and Computing, Humanities, Liberal Studies and Applied Science, Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and Social Sciences. Students completing Miami’s Associate in Arts degree are required to complete 36 semester hours of Ohio Transfer 36 approved coursework in the Miami Plan Perspectives Areas.Students select a 12 semester hour concentration area, as described below, to complete within the required 62 semester hours of the degree.
This program is available to students enrolled at any campus of Miami University who have not completed the requirements for a Bachelor's degree.
Potential Career Paths
Management, healthcare, sales, marketing, or continue with a bachelor’s degree.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MP Humanities (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- MP Natural Science: Physical or Biological Science (3-4)
Spring Semester
- Division Course (CLAAS, CAS, CEC, CCA, EHS, FSB)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- MP Social Science (3)
- MP Natural Science: Physical or Biological Science (3-4)
- MP Formal Reasoning (3)
Prekindergarten Education: Associate in Applied Science
Potential Career Paths
Public or private child care centers, preschools, or Head Start programs as teachers, support personnel or administrators/directors.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP *
- TCE 191 Introduction to Education (3) * †
- EDP 201 Human Development and Learning in Social and Educational Contests (3) MP * †
- TCE 273 Prekindergarten Integrated Curriculum I (3)
- FSW 283 Introduction to Child Care Administration (3)
Spring Semester
- EDP 256 Psychology of the Exceptional Learner (3) MP
- FSW 382 Infant and Toddler Caregiving and Supervision (3)
- FSW 207 Serving and Supporting Children, Youth and Families I (4)
- TCE 274 Pre-kindergarten Integrated Curriculum II (3)
* Course can be applied to the Bachelor of Science Degree in Primary (Prek-5).
† TAG course required by the State of Ohio Department of Education.
Technical Study: Associate of Technical Study
Potential Career Paths
Career paths would depend upon the technical courses chosen, such as engineering, computing, or commerce.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- STC 135 Principles of Public Speaking (3) or STC 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3) MP or APC 231 Small Group Communication (3)
- MP Natural Science: Physical or Biological Science (3-4) OR MP Social Science (if not taking STC 136)
- Technical Courses from CIT, CMR, ENT, NSG (6)
Spring Semester
- EGS 215 Workplace Writing (3) GMP
- MP Creative Arts or MP Humanities
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- Technical Courses from CIT, CMR, ENT, NSG (6)
Bachelor Degrees - Suggested First-Year Courses
Applied Biology: Bachelor of Science
Applied Biology offers two concentrations: 1) Environmental Biology and 2) Human Biology and Health Sciences.
Potential Career Paths
Graduates with this applied biology degree are qualified for careers such as: lab technicians, laboratory research assistants, consultants, U.S. and Ohio Environmental Protection Agency field and lab positions, field biology, technical writers, pharmaceutical sales representatives, and natural resource managers.
Environmental Biology Concentration
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MP Humanities (3) or Elective
- BIO 115 Biological Concepts: Ecology, Evolution, Genetics, and Diversity (4) MP
- GLG 121 Environmental Biology (3) MP
Spring Semester
- STA 261 Statistics (4) MP
- BIO 116 Biological Concepts: Structure, Function, Cellular, and Molecular Biology (4) MP
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- ECO 201 Microeconomics or POL 241 American Political System (3) MP
- GLG 115L Understanding the Earth (1) MP
Human Biology and Health Science Concentration
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- BIO 115 Biological Concepts: Ecology, Evolution, Genetics, and Diversity (4) MP
- CHM 141R College Chemistry I (4) MP
- CHM 144 College Chemistry I Lab (2) MP
Spring Semester
- CHM 142M College Chemistry II for Majors (3) MP
- CHM 145 College Chemistry II Lab (2) MP
- BIO 116 Biological Concepts: Structure, Function, Cellular, and Molecular Biology (4) MP
- MTH 151 Calculus (5) MP or STA 261 Statistics (4) MP
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
Communication Studies: Bachelor of Arts in Applied Communication
Potential Career Paths
Training and development manager, meeting and event planning, advertising and promotion manager, sales manager
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP OR ENG 109 Composition and Rhet L2 Writers (4) MP
- MPF IIA Creative Arts (3)
- STC 135 Principles Public Speaking (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- STA 261 Statistics (4) MP
- STC 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3) MP
- APC 239 Theories of Communication (3)
- MJF 105 (3) MP
- MP Natural Science (3)
Community Arts and Culture: Bachelor of Arts
Potential Career Paths
Directors, coordinators, outreach specialists, designers, fundraisers, and art educators within community arts organizations.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- MP Social Science (3)
- Creative Practices I – choice see Miami Bulletin for options
- Cultural Contexts – choice see Miami Bulletin for options
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- CMA 101 Introduction to Community Arts (1)
- Creative Practices II – see Miami Bulletin for options
- MP Humanities (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- MP Formal Reasoning (3)
- Elective (3)
Criminal Justice: Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Potential Career Paths
Police officer, corrections officer, probation and parole officer, and court administrator. Graduate study in criminal justice, criminology, sociology, political science and law school are also possible.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- CJS 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice Studies (3) MP
- MP Natural Science (3)
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- CJS 211 Policing in America (3)
- CJS 271 Intro to Criminal Behavior (3)
- STA 261 Statistics (4) MP
- Electives (6)
Digital Commerce: Bachelor of Science in Commerce
This program is offered in an in-person format or online.
Potential Career Paths
Social media, marketing automation, market strategy, digital analytics, content management, and email marketing.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 College Composition (3) MP
- CMR 111 Introduction to Management (3)
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MP Natural Science (4)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- CMR 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
- CMR 101 Introduction to Accounting (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- STA 261 Statistics (4) MP
- MP Humanities (3)
Engineering Technology: Bachelor of Science in Applied Science
The Department of Engineering Technology offers Bachelor's Completion Degrees in four different concentrations, Electro-Mechanical, Electrical and Computer, Mechanical, and Robotics. First year students who want to pursue a bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology must first earn an associate degree in Engineering Technology. Students should begin with the suggested Associate of Applied Science coursework in either Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology. Transfer students with an earned associate degree in Engineering Technology will work with an Engineering Technology academic advisor to determine appropriate coursework.
Electro-Mechanical Concentration
The Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology bachelor’s completion degree program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET. http://www.abet.org.
Potential Career Paths
Process control, electronic instrumentation, testing, manufacturing, sales, and service. analysis and design of process control equipment, laboratory testing services, product sales and service, applications engineering, and the development of systems that require a hardware/software interface.
Students should begin with the suggested Associate of Applied Science coursework in either Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
Electrical and Computer Concentration
Potential Career Paths
Automated manufacturing, instrumentation and control, medical systems, energy and environmental systems, wireless communication and digital signal processing.
The Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology bachelor’s completion degree program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET. http://www.abet.org.
Students should begin with the suggested Associate of Applied Science coursework in either Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
Mechanical Concentration
The Mechanical Engineering Technology bachelor’s completion degree program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET. http://www.abet.org.
Potential Career Paths
Computer aided design, computer aided analysis, and computer aided manufacturing, testing, analysis, design, and development of industrial and consumer products.
Students should begin with the suggested Associate of Applied Science coursework in either Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
Robotics Engineering Technology Concentration
Potential Career Paths
Design and development of robotics systems and robot platforms, industrial robots and factory automation, mobile robots, design and development of automation and control systems, robotics sales and service.
Students should begin with the suggested Associate of Applied Science coursework in either Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
English Studies: Bachelor of Arts
This program is offered in an in-person format or online.
Potential Career Paths
Writing and editing, publishing, media, market research, advertising, libraries, non-profit organizations, public service, government, business, law
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- Major Course: Readings in Lit History Survey/Genre (3) Discuss options with English Studies advisor
- MP Social Science (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- Major Course: Readings in Lit History Survey/Genre (3) Discuss options with English Studies advisor
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- MP Natural Science (3-4)
- Elective (3)
Hospitality Management: Bachelor of Science in Commerce
This program is offered in an in-person format or online.
Potential Career Paths
Work in hospitality management focused businesses to build and maintain sustainable vendor and guest relationships.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 College Composition (3) MP
- CMR 151 Introduction to Hospitality Management (3)
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MP Natural Science (4)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- CMR 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
- CMR 101 Introduction to Accounting (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- STA 261 Statistics (4) MP
- MP Humanities (3)
Information Technology: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
This program is offered in an in-person format or online.
Potential Career Paths
Database, network, or systems administrator; data analyst or data center specialist; and IT consultant or support director. They have also gone on to pursue advanced degrees in related areas.
Fall Semester
- CIT 167 IT People and Practices (2)
- CIT 168 IT Tools and Techniques (4)
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- MTH 122 College Algebra (3) or STA 261 Statistics (4) MP
- STC 135 Principles of Public Speaking (3) or STC 136 Intro to Interpersonal Communication (MP)
- CIT 101S Spreadsheets (1)
Spring Semester
- CIT 214 Database Design (3)
- CSE 163 Introduction to Computer Concepts and Programing (3) MP
- CIT 268 Human Computer Interaction (3)
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- STA 261 Statistics (4) MP OR MTH 122 College Algebra (3)
Integrative Studies: Bachelor of Integrative Studies
This major is an individualized program. The sequencing of requirements may vary. Please contact the Department of Interdisciplinary and Communication Studies.
Potential Career Paths
In Integrative Studies you build a Bachelor's degree that works best for you, by making connections among fields of study that fit your educational, career, and personal goals.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- MP Humanities (3)
- MP Social Science (3)
- MP Formal Reasoning (3)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- MP Natural Science (3-4)
- MP Advanced Writing (3)
- Elective (3)
Liberal Studies: Bachelor of Arts or Science
This major is designed as a bachelor completion program for students with a varied skill set and a substantial number of credits. Please contact the Department of Interdisciplinary and Communication Studies, 513-785-3055, ics@MiamiOH.edu.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Potential Career Paths
BSN-prepared nurses are preferred by many hospitals and healthcare agencies. Graduates will have opportunities in acute care, community-based care, primary care, specialty care, and are prepared for the pursuit of graduate education.
Fall Semester
- BIO 171 Human Anatomy and Physiology (4) MP
- CHM 131 Chemistry of Life Processes (4) OR CHM 141 College Chemistry (3) and 144 Lab (2) MP
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
Spring Semester
- BIO 172 Human Anatomy and Physiology (4)
- MBI 161 Elementary Medical Microbiology (4) MP or MBI 111 Microorganisms and Human Disease (3) and MBI 123 Experimenting with Microbes (1) MP
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- MP Humanities course (3)
- MP Global Citizenship - DEI (3)
Psychological Science: Bachelor of Arts
This program is offered in an in-person format or online.
Potential Career Paths
Child development specialist, child life specialist, psychiatric technician, mental health technician, substance abuse technician, department manager, human resources adviser, market research analyst, medical and health services manager, social and community service manager, project evaluator, as well as pursuit of graduate school in psychology and related fields.
Fall Semester
- PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology or PSY 200-level* (if AP or transfer credit for PSY 111) (3) MP
- PSY 112 Foundational Experiences in Psychology* (1) MP – Experiential Learning
- ENG 111 Composition and Rhetoric (3) MP
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- PSS 211 College & Career Development in Psychological Science (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- STA 261 Statistics* (4) MP
- MP Humanities (3)
- Elective (3)
*Course can be applied to the Psychological Science or the Psychology degree requirements.
Sales Management: Bachelor of Science in Commerce
This program is offered in an in-person format or online.
Potential Career Paths
Sales/sales management as well as other organizations in managerial and staff capacities
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 College Composition (3) MP
- CMR 111 Introduction to Management (3)
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MP Natural Science (4)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- CMR 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
- CMR 101 Introduction to Accounting (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- STA 261 Statistics (4) MP
- MP Humanities (3)
Small Business Management: Bachelor of Science in Commerce
This program is offered in an in-person format or online.
Potential Career Paths
Work in small businesses and other organizations in managerial and staff capacities.
Fall Semester
- ENG 111 College Composition (3) MP
- CMR 111 Introduction to Management (3)
- MP Creative Arts (3)
- MP Natural Science (4)
- Elective (3)
Spring Semester
- CMR 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
- CMR 101 Introduction to Accounting (3)
- MP Global Citizenship (3)
- STA 261 Statistics (4) MP
- MP Humanities (3)
Contact Us
