SCHOOL OF ART AND MEDIA STUDIES

Minor in Art

Student who desire a minor in art, and who are not majoring in fine arts, may enroll in this program.  A selection of courses totaling at least 18 credits, and arranged with the guidance of a fine arts advisor, is required.  No specific courses are required. 

New Interdisciplinary Minor in Communication - Sports Media Studies

Sports Media Studies is an 18-credit minor consisting of:

Minor in Communication

Non-communication majors interested in a secondary area of specialization in communication must complete 18 credits of communication courses including: 

Interested students should consult with the school director for further information.  

Minor in Advertising

Minor in Film Studies 

This is an 18 credit minor program for non-communication majors interested in exploring the history, criticism, and reception of motion pictures in the United States and around the world.  The program emphasizes cross-disciplinary analysis of genre, cinematography, editing, lighting, sound, and set and costume design, as well as investigation of the inner workings of the film industry and the impact of film on popular culture. 

Choose six of these courses, including at least four at the intermediate level or above: 

*May be taken twice with different topics 

Minor in Speech

The minor in Speech offers students interested in improving their oral communication skills to choose from a wide range of offerings – from courses in articulation and diction to those requiring the use of audiovisual aids for professional presentations.  The minor would be especially useful for students planning careers in which effective oral communication is essential, such as law, teaching, broadcasting, the performing arts, hotel management, tourism, advertising, and public relations.  For international students, it would be an ideal minor, since it would enable them to enhance their speaking facility. 

Students interested in this minor must complete 18 credits from the following 3-credit courses, exclusive of the one used to satisfy the Oral Competency of the General Education requirements: 

Minor in Theater

A minor in theater for non-fine arts majors consists of 18 credits beyond the core. 

Interested students should consult with the school director for further information.

GILDART HAASE SCHOOL OF COMPUTERSCIENCES AND ENGINEERING

Minor in Information Technology

Students who are not Information Technology majors and wish to pursue a secondary area of concentration (minor) in Information Technology must complete 18 credits of Information Technology related courses.  The courses for the secondary area of concentration in Information Technology within University College are as follows:

Required Courses

Electives

One course must be chosen from the following:

With the approval of academic advisor, students may take other higher level INFO courses as electives.

Minor in Computer Science

This minor in Computer Science consists of 18 credits and is available to qualified students. This minor provides students with a basic foundation in computer science that complements their majors and enhances their employment opportunities and career options. The problem-solving and critical-thinking skills acquired through this minor are essential skills needed to be successful in life and in the workplace. The courses for a minor in computer science within University College are as follows:

Required Courses

Elective Courses *

Three courses must be choosen from the following:

To take any course in the minor, a student must meet all the prerequisites for that course.

* With the approval of the academic adviser, students may take other higher-level CSCI courses as electives. Students intending to pursue an M.S. in Computer Science or an M.S. in Management Information Systems must see an adviser for the proper selection of electives.

Minor in Electrical Engineering

The minor in Electrical Engineering consists of 19 credits, and it is relevant to students with appropriate mathematics and science backgrounds. This minor provides students in other fields of study with a basic foundation in electrical engineering, and it can bring them additional employment opportunities and career options. The courses for a minor in electrical engineering within University College are as follows:

Required Courses

Elective Courses **

One course must be choosen from the following:

To take any course in the minor, a student must meet all the prerequisites for that course.

** With the approval of the academic adviser, students may take other higher-level ENGG courses as electives.

Minor in Mathematics

The minor in Mathematics consists of 20 credits, and it is relevant to students in all majors. Mathematics is indeed in every aspect of one's daily life and in every profession. Students who complete this minor will possess strong mathematical knowledge and problem solving skills that are useful in the contemprary workplace and in graduate studies, including those in business, natural sciences, computer science, education, engineering and technology. The courses for a minor in mathematics within University College are as follows:

Required Courses

Elective Courses **

Four courses must be choosen from the following:

To take any course in the minor, a student must meet all the prerequisites for that course.

** With the approval of an academic adviser, students may take other higher-level MATH courses as electives.

Secondary Area of Concentration and Certificate in Web-site Design and Development

Liberal arts students wishing to pursue a secondary area of concentration (minor) and /or certificate in Web-site Design and Development must complete 18 credits of courses. The courses for the secondary area of concentration and certificate in Web-site Design and Development within University College are as follows:

Required Courses

Elective Courses

One course must be chosen from the following:

With the approval of academic advisor, students may take other higher level INFO or CSCI courses as elective.

SCHOOL OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE 

Minor in Criminal Justice  

Non-criminal justice majors may complete a minor in criminal justice by completing the following 18 credits:            

Minor In Community Supervision And Social Services

Non-criminal justice majors may complete a minor in community supervision and social services by completing the following 18 credits:            

Minor In Pre-Law

Non-criminal justice majors may complete a pre-law minor by completing the following 18 credits:            

Minor In Security Operations, Management And Administration

Non-criminal justice majors may complete a minor in security operations, management and administration by completing the following 18 credits:            

PETER SAMMARTINO SCHOOL OF EDUCATION 

QUEST Five-year Accelerated (B.A. or B.S./M.A.T.) Teacher Preparation Program 

Student considering careers in teaching may be admitted to the QUEST Teacher Preparation Program.  QUEST is a combined degree program that provides an opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in a liberal arts/science major, teacher certification in elementary or secondary education and a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree in five years.  Students are required to meet the minimum academic and performance standards established for the QUEST program in order to remain in the program. 

Elementary Education Courses (30 credits) 

* Graduate Education Courses. 

Secondary Education (30 credits)

All students, part-time and full-time, are required to confer with an academic advisor in the School of Education each semester upon electing a minor in teacher preparation and in order to ensure registration in appropriate education courses. 

SCHOOL OF ENGLISH, PHILOSOPHY, AND HUMANITIES 

Minor in Creative Writing 

This 18-credit minor enables students to express themselves by writing scripts, fiction, poetry and nonfiction.  Since creative writing improves writing skills in general, all students will benefit from the Minor in Creative Writing.  Students in the minor will study works of literature to understand the expectations of the genres.  Additionally, by writing in workshop settings, students will learn what makes fiction, poetry, scriptwriting and creative nonfiction both distinctive and unique.  All students electing the Creative Writing minor must take three pairs of writing and literature courses chosen from among the following (for a total of 18 credits): 

Minor in English Language and Literature 

The minor in English Language and Literature invites students to explore the literatures of the world, and offers students opportunities to increase their critical and creative writing skills.  A minor in English also will help you cultivate the critical thinking and reading skills needed for many professions.  Students choose 18 credits of English courses (beyond those taken to satisfy General Education requirements).  Students should plan their program in consultation with a faculty advisor in the School of English, Philosophy and Humanities.  At least four courses must be taken at the intermediate level or above.   

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Minor in Philosophy

The minor in philosophy invites students to explore the life of the mind in greater depth, investigating world philosophy, political philosophy, ethics, logic, aesthetics, and the philosophy of science.  A minor in philosophy will help you cultivate the critical thinking skills needed for many professions.  This minor would be ideally suited for any student seeking to enhance their critical thinking skills in preparation for further academic study or for careers in law or teaching.  Students choose 18 credits of philosophy courses beyond those taken to satisfy the General Education requirements).  Students should plan their program in consultation with a faculty advisor in the School of English, Philosophy and Humanities.  At least four courses must be taken at the intermediate level or above. 

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SCHOOL OF HISTORY, POLITICAL AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES 

Minor in History

Student who desire a minor in history, and who are not majoring in history, may enroll in this program.  A selection of history courses at the 2000 – 4000 level totaling at least 18 credits, and arranged with the guidance of the director of the School of History, Political and International Studies is required.  No specific courses are required. 

Minor in International Studies 

Student who desire a minor in international studies, and who are not majoring in international studies or political science, may enroll in this program.  A selection of political science courses at the 2000 – 4000 level totaling at least 18 credits, and arranged with the guidance of the director of the School of History, Political and International Studies is required.  No specific courses are required. 

Minor in Peace Studies 

Non-international Studies majors may complete a minor in Peace Studies by completing the following 18 credits:

Minor in Political Science 

Student who desire a minor in history, and who are not majoring in political science or international studies, may enroll in this program.  A selection of political science courses at the 2000 – 4000 level totaling at least 18 credits, and arranged with the guidance of the director of the School of History, Political and International Studies is required.  No specific courses are required.  

Minor in Law and Legal Practice  

Non-Political Science majors may complete a minor in legal studies by completing the following 18 credits:      

Minor in Spanish Language and Culture 

Non-Spanish majors may complete a minor in Spanish language and culture by completing the following 18 credits: 

For students entering at the intermediate level, the following courses are recommended to fulfill the language and cultural requirement: 

Minor in French Language and Culture 

Non-French majors may complete a minor in French language and culture by completing the following 18 credits: 

For students entering at the intermediate level, the following courses are recommended to fulfill the language and cultural requirement:            

SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES 

Minor in Biology for non-science students 

A minor in biology for non-science majors consists of 18 credits beyond the core. 

Required Courses: 

Choose two courses below for a minimum of 18 credits total: 

Minor in Environmental Science for a non-science students

A minor in environmental science for non-science majors consists of 18 credits beyond the core. 

Required Courses: 

Choose two courses below for a minimum of 18 credits total: 

Minor in Science for a non-science students 

A minor in science for non-science majors consists of a minimum of 18 credits beyond the core. 

Sixteen credits of required courses:            

Choose one course below for a minimum of 18 credits total: 

Minor in Marine Biology for a non-science students 

A minor in marine biology for non-science majors consists of 18 credits beyond the core that is offered for a semester at FDU’s marine biology field station at Samana, Dominican Republic. 

Eighteen credits of required courses:            

SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY 

Minor in Psychology 

A minor in psychology for non-psychology majors consists of 18 credits beyond the core. 

Required Foundation Courses:            

Minor in Forensic Psychology 

A minor in forensic psychology for non-psychology majors consists of 18 credits beyond the core. 

Required Foundation Courses:            

Minor in Clinical Social Work

Students who are majoring in Psychology are not permitted to enroll in this minor, Psychology majors may elect to complete the clinical social work track within their major and must complete a minor in another area.

MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES 

Minor in African Studies 

The African Studies minor is a multidisciplinary program that provides students with opportunities to widen their perspectives and understanding of Africa’s social, political and economic systems and also to deepen their insights into the profound impact of African societies on countries throughout the world.  

The program enables students to acquire the skills needed to engage successfully in a post-graduate degree in African studies. It also prepares them to lead academic and nonacademic organizations (such as NGOs, etc) in an ever-changing global society and particularly in Africa. 

Students are required to complete 18 credits of course work including the following: 

Six credits of foundational courses, including

Twelve credits of electives from a list of courses divided into three main themes: Africa Centered; Africa Diaspora (including African-American Studies); and Africa in the Global Context. 

Minor in British Studies in Global Perspective 

This 18-credit multidisciplinary minor embraces British art, history, philosophy, literature, sociology, communication, and political science.  This minor would be ideally suited for students seeking a deeper understanding of the development of modern Britain, including periods of colonialism and decolonization.  Students may take courses in University College as well as at Wroxton College.  Students studying at Wroxton College will enroll in INTER3430: The Anatomy of Contemporary Britain.  Students should plan their program in consultation with a faculty advisor in the School of English, Philosophy and Humanities.  At least four courses must be taken at the intermediate level or above.   

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Minor in American Studies in Global Perspective 

This is an 18-credit interdisciplinary minor embracing American history, philosophy, literature, sociology, communication, and political science.  This minor would be ideally suited for students seeking a deeper understanding of American cultural and society, as well as an appreciation for the role, place, and perception of American in the world.  Students should plan their program in consultation with a faculty advisor in the School of English, Philosophy and Humanities.  At least four courses must be taken at the intermediate level or above.   

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Minor in Ethics, Politics, and Society 

This is an 18-credit interdisciplinary minor, encompassing moral philosophy, political or social philosophy, religion, and applied or professional ethics.  This minor would be ideally suited for any professionally-oriented student, but could be of interest to any student majoring in a related discipline.  Students should plan their program in consultation with a faculty advisor in the School of English, Philosophy and Humanities.  At least four courses must be taken at the intermediate level or above.   

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Minor in Judaic Studies 

The eighteen-credit multidisciplinary minor embraces the history, culture, literature, traditions, and philosophy of the Jewish people.  This minor would be ideally suited for students seeking a deeper understanding of the development of Judaism and its place in the modern world.  The program is offered in cooperation with the United Jewish Appeal Foundation of Northern New Jersey and most courses are offered off campus at UJA headquarters in River Edge, NJ or at the Metropolitan Schechter Academy in Teaneck, NJ.  Students should plan their program in consultation with a faculty advisor in the School of English, Philosophy and Humanities.  At least four courses must be taken at the intermediate level or above.

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Minor in Middle East Studies 

The minor in Middle East Studies provides students with an understanding of the complex histories, cultures, and politics of the Middle East societies.  By employing the disciplinary perspectives of anthropology, communication, economics, literature, history, philosophy, political science, religion, and sociology, the minor provides students with three elements of a university education: 1) It expands their disciplinary and interdisciplinary knowledge base with regard to a region of the world which has helped shaped civilization as we know it; 2) It enriches their global experience, exposing them to many of the richest cultures of the world; 3) In the course of studying the complexities of the Middle East societies, the minor encourages an intercultural dialogue which can help bridge the divide between East and West.  

The minor requires 18 credits.  Students are required to take one theme-based capstone seminar to be determined by the faculty responsible for teaching courses on the Middle East.  The capstone seminar may be multidisciplinary; it may also be team-taught and enriched with the help of guest speakers. 

Students are required to take the capstone seminar on the Middle East, and the other five courses from the following list, making a selection from a minimum of two different disciplines.  Students are not limited in their choice of disciplines.   

Students who are planning to take courses at Wroxton and who are enrolled in the minor should seek the program director’s approval before finalizing their class registration.  

Capstone theme-based seminar: This course will provide a comprehensive and in-depth multi-disciplinary study of several themes pertinent to Middle East society and culture. The content of the seminar will vary from one semester to the next according to the student needs and faculty academic initiatives. The course will be taught by faculty teaching Middle East courses on either of FDU’s campuses. 

I. Courses Currently Offered at Teaneck Campus 

II. Courses Currently Offered at the Madison Campus

III. New Courses will be identified in other disciplines and added, upon demand, as the program develops.   

Minor in Religion and Society 

This is an 18-credit interdisciplinary minor embracing religion, philosophy of religion, and the history/politics/sociology/psychology of religion.  This 18-credit multidisciplinary minor embraces religion, philosophy of religion, and the history/politics/sociology/psychology of religion.  This minor would be ideally suited for any student interested in exploring the many-faceted significance of religion in the modern world.  Students should plan their program in consultation with a faculty advisor in the School of English, Philosophy and Humanities.  At least four courses must be taken at the intermediate level or above.   

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Minor in Science, Technology, and Human Values 

This is an 18-credit interdisciplinary minor embracing philosophy of technology, philosophy of science, scientific ethics, environmental ethics, or bioethics, the history of technology, and the history of science.  This minor would be ideally suited for students majoring in computer science or the natural sciences, or for students majoring in the humanities or social sciences disciplines seeking to explore the broad significance of science and technology for modern society.  Students should plan their program in consultation with a faculty advisor in the School of English, Philosophy and Humanities.  At least four courses must be taken at the intermediate level or above.   

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Minor in Women’s Studies 

The minor in women’s studies consists of 18 credits.  Women’s studies encourage students to examine critically the representations of women in a variety of disciplinary areas.  Students may complete the minor by completing 18 credits of designated course work, including the following: 

Other courses in women’s studies that may be used as electives are indicated in each term’s course offering booklet.

SILBERMAN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS 

Secondary Area of Concentration in Business for Non-Silberman College of Business Students 

Completion of the following courses will qualify students to have recorded on their transcripts a secondary concentration in business administrations:            

PETROCELLI COLLEGE

International School of Hospitality and Tourism Management

Minor in Hospitality Management

Completion of the following courses will qualify students to have recorded on their transcripts a Minor in Hospitality Management

Students are required to meet with an Academic Advisor in the International School of Hospitality and Tourism Management to establish the course sequence for the Minor.

Additional requirements: (1) Students are required to participate actively in the HRTM2500 laboratory, and (2) students will be required to complete a 400-hour internship experience as part of the minor.