The bachelor’s degree in professional studies is a flexible offering that allows students to tailor their education to meet professional goals. Students may design a unique course of study to gain the skills required for a variety of career options.
This degree is developed and granted by BYU-Idaho, with
Essential Knowledge and Skills
Outcomes
- Students become disciple leaders.
- Students become lifelong learners.
- Students become creative and critical thinkers.
- Students become effective communicators.
- Students become skilled professionals.
- Students become engaged citizens.
Core
| Course Code | Course Name | # of Credits |
| ENG 150 | Writing and Reasoning Foundations | 3 |
| ENG 301 | Advanced Writing and Research | 3 |
| MATH 108x | Math for the Real World | 3 |
| GE 103 | Online University Success | 1 |
Natural Sciences
| Course Code | Course Name | # of Credits |
| GESCI 203 | Environmental Stewardship | 3 |
| NUTR 150 | Essentials of Human Nutrition | 3 |
Art & Humanities
| Course Code | Course Name | # of Credits |
| HUM 110 | Introduction to the Humanities | 3 |
Social Science
| Course Code | Course Name | # of Credits |
| ECON 150 | Econ Principles & Problems Micro | 3 |
| PSYCH 111 | General Psychology | 3 |
Religion (plus an additional 6 credits)
| Course Code | Course Name | # of Credits |
| REL 200C | The Eternal Family | 2 |
| REL 225C | Foundations of the Restoration | 2 |
| REL 250C | Jesus Christ Everlasting Gospel | 2 |
| REL 275C | Teachings and Doctrines of the Book of Mormon | 2 |
Previously earned course credits from PathwayConnect and/or other colleges and universities will be evaluated after a student is admitted and submits valid transcripts.
Why choose this degree?
Through professional studies, you will gain skills that will aid you in your professional pursuits such as communication, ethical leadership, team management, creativity, and analytical skills. You can customize your experience by selecting three certificates to build your degree.
BYU-Pathway has found that certain combinations of certificates lead to better job opportunities. Most degrees have a