The STS Program offers a B.A. degree, which consists of the following components:
STS Core: A group of eight courses that provide a basic but comprehensive understanding of phenomena of science and technology in society from philosophical (ethical and aesthetic), historical, and social scientific (economic, sociological, anthropological, and political) perspectives.
Technical Literacy: A specified computer science course and a four-course sequence in a field of science, engineering, or mathematical sciences in which a B.A. major obtains basic knowledge of some concepts, principles and methods of science, engineering, or mathematics. STS-affiliated facutly in various technical disciplines are available to advise and sign off on this major component.
Thematic Concentration: A sequence of courses through which a B.A. major acquires more in-depth knowledge of and progressive competence in a particular STS issue, problem, or area of personal interest. The following Thematic Concentrations are pre-certified (students can also design their own concentration):
