Degree offered: Major and Minor
Major: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Total Credits Required for Major: 44
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Total Credits Required for Minor: 24
Elective courses appropriate for beginning students:
- Africana Studies 105 Introduction to Africana Studies
- Africana Studies 150 The Black Diaspora
- Africana Studies 205 Introduction to African American Religions
- Africana Studies 220 Martin, Malcolm, Baldwin and America
- Africana Studies 250 Special Topics Courses
- Anthropology/Sociology 331 Race and Ethnicity in American Society
- Anthropology/Sociology 333 Sociology of Hip Hop
- Education 225 African American Experiences in U.S. Schools
- English 224 Survey of African American Literature (F4)
- English 265 Special Topics in African American Literature(F2)
- History 105 Special Topics in African or African American History (F2, F3)
- History 205 Special Topics in African or African American History
- History 305 Special Topics in African or African American History
- History 105 Terrorism, Torture, and Anti-Colonialism: The Algerian War of Independence (F2, F3)
- History 242 African American History (F3, F9)
- History 243 The Civil Rights Movement (F3, F9)
- History 271 Africa Before 1800(F3, F9)
- Humanities 201 Slavery and Capitalism (F1)
- Music 118 African American Music (F5, F9)
- Music 120 The History of the Blues (F3, F5)
- Political Science 206 Urban Politics and Policy
- Religious Studies 101 The Bible and African American History and Culture (F1)
- Religious Studies 102 The Bible and Black Lives Matter (F1)
- Religious Studies 258 Introduction to African American Religions (F1)
- Religious Studies 259 Martin Luther King and the Modern Civil Rights Movement (F1)
- Urban Studies 265 The Black Community and Law Enforcement
Courses required for the major and minor and appropriate for beginning students:
- History 242 African American History (F3, F9)
- English 224 African American Literature (F9, F4)
- Africana Studies 105 Introduction to Africana Studies (F9)
Required courses in other departments:
- English 224 African American Literature (F9, F4)
- History 242 African American History (F3, F9)
- International Studies 251 Government and Politics in African
Courses that close quickly:
- History 242 African American History (F3, F9)
- Anthropology/Sociology 331 Race and Ethnicity in American Society
- Anthropology/Sociology 333 Sociology of Hip Hop
- English 224 Survey of African American Literature (F4)
- Music 118 African American Music (F5, F9)
- Music 120 History of the Blues (F3, F5)
- Religious Studies 259 Martin Luther King and the Modern Civil Rights Movement (F1)
- Africana Studies 220 Martin, Malcolm, Baldwin, and America
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- Africana Studies 105 then Africana Studies 305
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Class selections available this Fall:
- AFS 105 INTRO TO AFRICANA STUDIES
- ENG 224 SURVEY OF AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERATURE
- HLEQ 210 INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH EQUITY
- HIST 105 BLACK WOMEN’S ACTIVISM
- HIST 242 AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY
- MUS 118 AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC
- MUS 120 HISTORY OF THE BLUES
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
ANCIENT MEDITERRANEAN STUDIES (formerly Greek & Roman Studies)
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: Classical Languages (Greek and/or Latin); Classical Studies; Material Culture
Total Credits Required for Major: 46
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- AMS 110 Pathways to Cultural Knowledge (F1)
- AMS 255 Myth in Ancient Greece and Rome (F1)
- ART 209 Art of the Ancient Near East and Egypt (F5, F9)
- GREK 101 Elementary Greek I
- HIST 211 The Ancient Mediterranean (F3)
- HUM 101 Search (F1)
- LATN 102 Elementary Latin II, open to qualified students; beginning Latin (LATN 101) is offered in the spring.
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- AMS 275 Introduction to Classical Studies (to be offered in the spring of 2023)
Required courses in other departments:
- AMS accepts numerous courses in other departments; nearly any course that focuses on the ancient Mediterranean, no matter what the department, counts toward a major or minor.
Recommended courses in other departments:
- AMS accepts numerous courses in other departments; nearly any course that focuses on the ancient Mediterranean, no matter what the department, counts toward a major or minor.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- With no prior experience in high school, students must begin the Greek or Latin sequence by fall of the junior year. Some tracks of the major require an even earlier start to language study.
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- Language sequences in Latin, Greek and Hebrew, although it is possible to start at a level higher than 101-with previous study.
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- AMS 275 Introduction to Classical Studies is offered only every other year in the spring. This is a matter of special attention for students who plan to study abroad in the spring of the junior year.
Class selections available this Fall:
- AMS 110 CULTURAL KNOWLEDGE I
- AMS 210 PATHWAY CULTURAL KNOWLEDGE III
- AMS 260 POETRY IN PERFORMANCE
- AMS 285 CLASSICAL MYTH IN MODERN FILM
- GREK 101 ELEMENTARY GREEK
- HEBR 101 ELEMENTARY HEBREW
- LATN 102 ELEMENTARY LATIN (prior knowledge/placement required)
- LATN 265 TOPICS IN LATIN LITERATURE (prior knowledge/placement required)
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday
Additional Notes:
- For the required F1 sequence, AMS strongly recommends students take either Pathways to Cultural Knowledge (AMS 110-111) OR Search (HUM 101-102). (The department does teach some courses in the Life program as well.)
- Students can fulfill the F10 language proficiency requirement by passing an exam offered during August orientation. Otherwise, students should register for the appropriate level of an ancient language based on their preparation in high school.
ANTHROPOLOGY & SOCIOLOGY
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 50
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for students seeking foundation credit:
- 103 Introductory Anthropology(F9)
- 105 Introductory Sociology (F8)
- Most 200-level courses fulfill the F8 or F9. All 200-level courses are appropriate for beginning students. These courses explore various topics in anthropology and sociology and require no special background. All 200-level ANSO courses count towards a major or minor in Anthropology and Sociology.
Courses appropriate for beginning students considering a major:
- 103 Introductory Anthropology (F9)
- 105 Introductory Sociology (F8)
- All 200-level courses are appropriate for beginning students considering a major. These courses explore various topics in anthropology and sociology and require no special background. All 200-level ANSO courses count towards a major or minor in Anthropology and Sociology and most fulfill the F8 or F9.
Required courses in other departments:
- NA
Recommended courses in other departments:
- Courses in other disciplines that complement the foci of Anthropology and Sociology on human origins, early and contemporary cultures, the relationship between humans and their social, built, and natural environments, social stratification (race, class, gender, ethnicity), and social institutions.
- Some courses offered under the following programs: Africana Studies, Archaeology, Environmental Studies, Latin American and Latinx Studies, Urban Studies, and Gender and Sexuality Studies.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Second semester sophomore year
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly:
- 103 Introductory Anthropology (F9)
- 105 Introductory Sociology (F8)
Courses that must be taken in sequence: NA
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Class selections available Fall 2023:
- 103 INTRODUCTORY ANTHROPOLOGY (F9)
- 105 INTRODUCTORY SOCIOLOGY (F8)
- 233 SOCIOLOGY OF SPORT (F8)
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
• Students intending to pursue pre-medical studies are encouraged to take Introductory Sociology as the MCAT includes a section on social foundations of behavior.
• Students intending to major in the department are required to take both ANSO 103 Introduction to Anthropology (F9) and ANSO 105 Introduction to Sociology (F8). These courses do not need to be taken in sequence. (These Introductory courses are not open to seniors.)
Degree offered: NA
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Total Credits Required for Minor: 20
Courses appropriate for students seeking foundation credit:
- AMS 315: Fieldwork in Material Culture (F9 and F11) (Tip: This course is a Maymester and is offered off-site in Israel in May-June)
- ARCE 120: Field Research in Environmental Archaeology (F7 and F11) (Tip: This course is a Maymester and is offered off-site at the Ames Plantation in May-June)
- ART 220: Classical Archaeology (F3 and F5)
- ART 375: Archaeological Fieldwork in Greece (F5 and F11) (Tip: This course is a Maymester and is offered off-site in Greece in May-June)
Courses appropriate for beginning students considering as a minor:
- ARCE 120: Field Research in Environmental Archaeology
- ANSO 290/ARCE 210: Learning from Things: Material Culture Studies
- ANSO 254/ARCE 220: Archaeological Methods
- ART 220: Classical Archaeology
Class Sections available this Fall:
- ARCE 220: Archaeological Methods
- ENVS 111 + ENVS 111L: Physical Geology
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule: NA
AP Credit: NA
Courses that close quickly:
- ANSO 290/ARCE 210: Learning from Things: Material Culture Studies
- ANSO 254/ARCE 220: Archaeological Methods
Courses that must be taken in sequence: NA
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- AMS 315: Fieldwork in Material Culture (F9 and F11) (Maymester, May-June)
- ARCE 120: Field Research in Environmental Archaeology (F7 and F11) (Maymester, May-June)
- ARCE 450: Archaeological Fieldschool (F11) (Maymester, May-June)
- ART 375: Archaeological Fieldwork in Greece (F5 and F11) (Maymester, May-June)
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Additional Notes:
There is a fieldwork requirement for the minor, which may be satisfied with a credit-bearing course or with another fieldwork experience approved by the Program Chair. Rhodes College offers the following fieldwork experiences for credit as part of Maymesters:
- AMS 315: Fieldwork in Material Culture (F9 and F11) (Maymester, May-June)
- ARCE 120: Field Research in Environmental Archaeology (F7 and F11) (Maymester, May-June)
- ARCE 450: Archaeological Fieldschool (F11) (Maymester, May-June; this is an advanced component of the Ames Fieldschool)
- ART 375: Archaeological Fieldwork in Greece (F5 and F11) (Maymester, May-June)
For questions about the Minor in Archaeology please contact the Chair of the Program:
- Susan Satterfield, Department of Ancient Mediterranean Studies (Chair of Program 2023-2024)
- Miriam Clinton, Department of Art and Art History (Chair of Program, on sabbatical 2023-2024)
- Sarah Ifft-Decker, Department of History
- Ariel Lopez, Department of Ancient Mediterranean Studies
- Jeanne Lopiparo, Department of Anthropology and Sociology
- Kenny Morell, Department of Ancient Mediterranean Studies
- Jon Russ, Department of Chemistry
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: Art, Art History, or Art & Art History
Total Credits Required for Major: 40, 40, 56
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- 101 Introduction to Drawing (F5)
- 102 Introduction to Digital Art(F5)
- 105 Introduction to Painting (F5)
- 107 Introduction to Sculpture (F5)
- 116 Animation (F5)
- 120 Chemistry and Art (F5, F7)
- 151 Survey of Western Art (F3, F5)
- 152 Survey of Contemporary Art (F3, F5)
- 212 Introduction to Performance Art (F5)
- 166 Special Topics in Studio Art (F5)
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- 100- and 200-level courses. (See Catalogue for specific courses.)
Required courses in other departments:
- N/A
Recommended courses in other departments:
- Modern Languages and Literatures; Urban Studies; Archaeology; Ancient Mediterranean Studies; Media Studies.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Junior Year
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
Courses that close quickly:
- NA
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- 105, 205, 305 Painting
- 107, 207, 307 Sculpture
- 102 (or 116), 202, 302 Digital Art
- 386, 485, 486
Courses not to be taken concurrently:
- N/A
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Art 386- Experiments in Media & Methods must be taken in the spring of junior year
- Art 485- Senior Seminar must be taken in the fall of senior year.
- Art 486- Senior Thesis must be taken in the spring of senior year.
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- N/A
Class sections available this Fall:
- 101 Introduction to Drawing (F5)
- 102 Introduction to Digital Art(F5)
- 105 Introduction to Painting (F5)
- 107 Introduction to Sculpture (F5)
- 116 Introduction to Digital Animation (F5)
- 151 Survey of Western Art (F3, F5)
- 152 Survey of Contemporary Art (F3, F5)
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- For studio we recommend ART 101 (Drawing), ART 102(Digital), ART 105 (Painting) and ART 107 (Sculpture). Any other 100-level and some 200-level courses are also appropriate.
- For art history we recommend ART 151 (History of Western Art) and ART 152 (Survey of Contemporary Art). Any other 100-level and most 200-level courses are also appropriate. Students should seek the advice of the relevant instructor.
- Students with prior experience and/or AP credit should consult with individual faculty about the appropriate 200-level course to take in either studio or art history.
Degree offered: None
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Total Credits Required for Minor: 20
Elective courses appropriate for beginning students: NA
Courses required for the minor and appropriate for beginning students:
- The Asian Studies minor requires a “Primary” course from a list of nearly twenty courses available on campus in History, Art, Chinese, International Studies, Religious Studies, Urban Studies, and Media Studies. A list of all “Primary” Asian Studies courses is available in the Catalogue.
Required courses in other departments:
- In addition to a “Primary” course, the minor requires a “Secondary” course in a second department. A list of all “Secondary” Asian Studies courses is available in the Catalogue.
Recommended courses in other departments: N/A
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly: N/A
Courses that must be taken in sequence: N/A
Courses not to be taken concurrently: N/A
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Asian Studies Minor:
Contact: Dr. Shaolu Yu yus@rhodes.edu
Requirements:
A total of twenty (20) credits as follows:
- One "Primary" Asian Studies course.
- One "Secondary" Asian Studies course offered by a department other than that which provided the course that fulfilled the "Primary" requirement.
- Three additional, 200+ level, approved Asian Studies courses.
- Additional Asian Studies Courses:
History 391: Gandhi
History 481: Cold War in East Asia
Additional Notes:
BIOCHEMISTRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Degree offered: BS
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 60-62
Minor: No
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- CHEM 120/125L Foundations in Chemistry with Lab (F7)
- BIOL 130/131L Introductory Biology I (in the first semester) (F7)
- CHEM 211 Organic Chemistry I (in the second semester)
- Students who have a strong background in chemistry and biology and intend to major in BMB should consider taking both Introductory Biology (BIOL 130/131L) and Foundations of Chemistry (120/125L). Otherwise, it is okay to take one or the other, depending on which course they find most interesting.
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- CHEM 120/125L Foundations in Chemistry with Lab (in the first semester) (F7)
- BIOL 130/131L Introductory Biology I (in the first semester) (F7)
Required courses in other departments:
- BIOL 130/131L Biology I with Lab (F7)
- BIOL 140/141L Biology II with Lab
- CHEM 120/125L Foundations in Chemistry with Lab (F7)
- CHEM 211 & 212/212L Organic Chemistry I & II with Lab
- CHEM 240/240L Analytical Chemistry with Lab
- BIOL 307 Cell Biology
- BIOL 325/325L Molecular Biology with Lab
- CHEM 315 Biochemistry
- One of the following:
- COMP 141 Computer Science (F6); or MATH 122 Integral Calculus (F6); or MATH 214 Discrete Mathematical Modeling with Biological Applications (F6)
- MATH 111 Applied Statistics for Liberal Arts (F6), MATH 211 Applied Statistics for the Formal & Natural Sciences (F6), PSYC 211 Statistical Methods (F6), or ECON 290 Probability and Statistics (F6)
- Required courses offered directly through the BMB Program are:
- BMB 310 Methods in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
- BMB 485 or 486 Senior Seminar
- Students are also required to choose two courses from the following list to fulfill the major where at least one must have a lab:
- BIOL 204/204L Animal Development with Lab
- BIOL 301/301L Microbiology with Lab
- BIOL 304/304L Genetics with Lab
- BIOL 330 Virology/Immunology
- BIOL 376 Molecular Neuroscience
- BIOL 380 Topics in Biomedical Science
- CHEM 311 Physical Chemistry
- CHEM 406 Advanced Analytical Chemistry
- CHEM 416 Mechanism of Drug Action
- BMB 451 or 452 Research, 4 credits, may only satisfy one elective
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
Class sections available this Fall:
• 310 BIOCHEM & CELL BIO METHODS
• 451 RESEARCH
Additional Notes:
Degree offered: BS
Tracks: Integrative Biology (BIOL:IB); Ecology, Evolution, Behavior (BIOL:EEB); Biomedical Science (BIOL:BMS); General Biology (BIOL:GEN)
Total Credits Required for Major: 56-59
Interdisciplinary Major: Biomathematics (See Catalogue for requirements)
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Biomathematics
- Environmental Sciences and Studies
- Neuroscience
Minor: No
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- BIOL 120 and 105 Topics courses (F7). Designed for non-science majors, these courses do not count toward the biology major but do fulfill the F7 foundation general degree requirement. BIOL 105 courses cover biological principles and information through examination of a single thematic topic such as Cancer Biology, Biology for Global Citizens, Biology of the Mind, and Microbes & Human Affairs. BIOL 120 is used to fulfill a major or minor requirement in Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, as well as the F7 foundation general degree requirement. These courses include lecture and a required laboratory.
- BIOL 130 Biology I Introductory Biology (F7). Required for Biology majors and fulfills the F7 foundation general degree requirement. Suitable for non-majors with strong high school science backgrounds. Students taking this lecture course must enroll in the accompanying laboratory (131L) at the same time. BIOL 130 and 131L are only offered in the Fall semester.
- BIOL 140 Biology II Introductory Biology. Required for Biology majors. Suitable for non-majors with strong high school science backgrounds. Students taking this lecture course must enroll in the accompanying laboratory (141) at the same time, and 140/141L are only offered in the spring semester. Both 130 Biology I and 131L are prerequisites to Biology 140 and 1411L.
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- 130/131L Biology I and lab (F7)
- 140/141L Biology II and lab
- 130/131L and 140/141L are the appropriate courses for students considering post graduate work in research, medicine or other health-related fields. Biology 130/131L are prerequisites for Biology 140/141L.
Concentrations:
When earning a major in biology, students choose upper-level courses that qualify the student for one of four concentrations in the major. Details on upper-level course requirements are described in the catalog.
- General Biology
- Integrative Biology
- Ecology Evolution Behavior
- Biomedical Sciences.
Courses required for the major in other departments:
- CHEM 120/125L (F7) and 211
- Statistics Course: MATH 111, MATH 211, ECON 290, or PSYC 211 (all F6)
- Computational Course: MATH 115, MATH 122, MATH 214, INTD 225 (GIS), or COMP 141 or above (all F6)
- Some options for upper-level courses are offered in other departments, such as CHEM 315, BMB310, NEURO 270.
Recommended courses in other departments:
- CHEM 212-212L, 240-240L
- PHYS 109-110 or 111-112; 113L-114L
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Sophomore year (if no biology courses or cognates have been taken)
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
- Students with AP credit in Biology are encouraged to talk to their adviser to gauge their readiness to take upper level courses in Biology. We often recommend that they take the Introductory Biology courses and give up their AP credit. It is possible to take AP credit for BIOL 130/131; for BIOL 140/141; or for the entire BIOL 130/131/140/141 sequence.
Courses that close quickly:
- BIOL 105 Topics in Biology - Students with good academic records or strong science backgrounds or interest may take BIOL 130/131L if 105 is closed. Others may be advised to wait for availability.
- BIOL 120 Introduction to Environmental Science – Recommended for students with strong science backgrounds or interest. If closed, such students may consider BIOL 130/131.
- Upper-Level Biology Classes - Most upper-level biology classes (200 or higher) fill quickly.
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- BIOL 130/131L (Biology I and lab) must be taken before BIOL 140-141L (Biology II and lab)
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- 130/131L Biology I and lab are only offered in the fall semester
- 140/141L Biology II and lab are only offered in the spring semester
- Many upper-level courses are only offered in the fall or spring semester. Work with your advisor to anticipate upper-level biology course offerings.
Courses that don’t count toward a Biology major:
- 104 Topics and 105(F7) Topics in Biology. Includes consortium classes at CBU.
- 110 Biology for Global Citizens (F7), taught only in the summer.
- 115/115L and 116/116L. Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, with Lab normally taught in summer.
- 120 Introduction to Environmental Science (F7)
- 460 and 461 Internship in Biology
Class sections available this Fall:
- 120 INTRO TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
- 130 BIOLOGY I
- 131 BIOLOGY I LABORATORY
- 200 EVOLUTION
- 207 ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- The introductory Biology sequence begins only in the fall.
- BIOL 120 Introduction to Environmental Sciences is closed to seniors and juniors. Upper class students considering majoring or minoring in Environmental Science or Environmental Studies or with a strong interest in environmental sciences should speak to the ENVS Program Chair to request permission to enroll. Other upper class students seeking to fulfill their F7 requirement should be encouraged to enroll in BIOL 105.
- Students who have a very strong background in the sciences and intend to major in Biology or Chemistry may consider taking both the Introductory Biology (BIOL 130/131L and 140/141L) and Foundations of Chemistry and Organic Chemistry I (CHEM 120/125L and 211) one-year sequences in their first year. Otherwise, it is okay to take one or the other, depending on which major they are more inclined toward.
- Students considering careers in any health profession or in veterinary medicine should communicate with one of the HPA directors within the first month of classes.
- Many biology students engage in one-on-one mentored research for academic credit. When a total of four biology research credits are taken, it counts as one upper-level biology course with lab.
BIOMATHEMATICS
Degree offered: BS
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 64
Biomathematics is an interdisciplinary major that is advised by Biology and Mathematics faculty. There is no associated biomathematics minor.
Major courses appropriate for beginning students:
- BIOL 130+131L Biology I + Biology I Lab (F7)1
- COMP 141 Computer Science I: Programming Fundamentals (F6)1
- MATH 122 Integral Calculus (Prerequisite: any previous calculus class, AP credit, or equivalent) (F6)
- MATH 201 Transition to Advanced Mathematics (Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent) (F6)
- MATH 211 Applied Statistics for the Formal & Natural Sciences (F6)1
- MATH 214 Discrete Mathematical Modeling with Biological Applications (F6)1
- MATH 223 Multivariable Calculus (Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent) (F6)2
- MATH 251 Differential Equations (Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent) (F6)2
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- It is difficult to complete this major on time if not taking either the intro biology sequence or at least two math courses in the freshman year.
- It is recommended that students interested in the Biomathematics major plan on taking the intro biology sequence and at least one of the above listed MATH or COMP courses during their freshman year. If a student decides not to pursue a Biomathematics major, these courses fulfill foundation requirements and can count towards other majors.
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table on pages 11-12 of this guide for details.)
- It is recommended that students with credit for AP Biology still plan on taking the Intro Biology Sequence (BIOL 130+131L, 140+141L).
- Students who have scored 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus AB exam will earn credit for MATH 105 and the F6 and should plan on taking MATH 122 as their first calculus course.
- Students who have scored a 3 on the AP Calculus BC exam will earn credit for MATH 112 and should plan on taking MATH 122 as their first calculus course.
- Students who have scored 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus BC exam will earn credit for MATH 112+122 and the F6 and should plan on taking MATH 223, MATH 211, MATH 214, or MATH 251 in the first semester of their freshman year.
- Students who have scored 4 or 5 on the AP Statistics exam will earn credit for MATH 111 and F6 credit. Unless a student also has programming experience in R, the student should plan on taking MATH 211. In this case, please reach out to a Mathematics faculty member.
Courses that close quickly:
- MATH 211 Applied Statistics for the Formal & Natural Sciences (F6)
- MATH 214 Discrete Math Modeling with Biological Application (F6)
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- Calculus Sequence (MATH 112, 122, 223, 324)
- Intro Biology Sequence (BIOL 130+131L, 140+141L)
- All BIOL courses number above 200 have prerequisites, see individual listings in Catalogue. The intro biology sequence will serve as a prerequisite for all BIOL courses number above 200 except research, internships, and seminar.
- Most MATH courses numbered above 200 have prerequisites, see individual listings in Catalogue
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Fall: MATH 112, 201, 251; BIOL 130+131L
- Spring: BIOL 140+141L
Additional Notes:
- Students who have any prior experience with calculus should begin with MATH 122 or MATH 211 or MATH 214. Students should NOT take MATH 112 if they plan to take only one semester of calculus or if they have already seen derivatives in a previous class. Students who have taken calculus in high school may not earn credit for MATH 112 without permission from the instructor.
- A student deciding between MATH 122 (or 223), 211, 214, and 251 should consult a mathematics faculty member for assistance in deciding which of these courses would be most appropriate.
- Any student interested in majoring in biomathematics is strongly encouraged to take MATH 214 within their first year.
BUSINESS
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: General Business
Total Credits Required for Major: 46
Interdisciplinary Major: Economics and Business – 62 credits
Minor: Yes
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- ECON 100 Introduction to Economics (F8)
- BUS 241 Financial Accounting
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- ECON 100 Introduction to Economics (F8)
- BUS 241 - Financial Accounting and BUS 243 - Cost Accounting are required for Business majors (BUS 241 is a prerequisite for BUS 243). Because of the nature of the material, these business courses require daily preparation. Students may take this sequence during their first year. Majors should complete these courses no later than the spring of their sophomore year. Students may take BUS 241 and ECON 100 at the same time.
Required courses in other departments:
- MATH 115 Applied Calculus, MATH 116 Calculus with Business Applications or MATH 122 Integral Calculus. Required for Business and for Economics and Business majors. Students with adequate background in math may take MATH 115, 116 or 122 their first year.
- ECON 290 Statistics for Economics and Business or MATH 211 Applied Statistics for the Formal & Natural Sciences. This may be taken during a student's first year but not recommended the first semester. From the spring of 2023, these are the two only statistics courses allowed for the major in Business as well as the interdisciplinary major in Business and Economics.
Recommended courses in other departments:
- INTD 240 – Effective Public Speaking
- PHIL 206 – Logic
- CS 141, 142 – Computer Science I and II
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Beginning of sophomore year
AP credit: Yes for MATH 115 or 122 (See AP Exam table for details.)
Courses that close quickly:
- All lower level courses
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- BUS 241 and 243
- BUS 341 and 342
- ECON 100, BUS 241, BUS 243 and ECON 290 (or MATH 211) are prerequisites or co-requisites for most upper-division courses. Note the specific provisions in the College Catalogue.
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Fall: BUS 345, 452, 463, 474, 481
- Spring: BUS 448, 454, 466, 467, 472, 473, 486
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
Class selection available this Fall:
- 125 INTRO TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP
- 126 eNTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET
- 241 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
- 243 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- IMPORTANT NOTE - Students who think they might be interested in majoring in Business are highly encouraged to talk to a professor in the department before taking business courses. Proper sequencing of courses is very important in order to graduate on time.
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The Business department doesn’t offer the interactional business track anymore and students cannot declare it.
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The department will be offering BUS 126 - ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET for the first time this fall. This is a new course and continuation of BUS 125 - INTRO TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP.
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The department currently allows students to take either ECON 290 or MATH 211 to satisfy the statistics requirement for business majors/minors.
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BUS 460 – Internship is recommended.
CHEMISTRY
Degree offered: BS
Tracks: American Chemical Society certified degree and Drug Design
Total Credits Required for Major: 56
Minor: Yes
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- CHEM 105 Topics in Chemistry (F7). Designed for non-science majors. Chemical principles studied through thematic topics.
- CHEM 120 Foundations of Chemistry (F7 when taken with 125 lab). A study of the basic concepts and principles of chemistry. Topics to be considered include stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, acids and bases, kinetics, thermodynamics and solutions. Appropriate for students majoring in the sciences. Co-requisite: Chemistry 125L.
Courses required for major/minor and appropriate for beginning students:
- CHEM 120 Foundations of Chemistry (F7). Co-requisite: Chemistry 125L (laboratory).
- CHEM 211 Organic Chemistry. Appropriate for students interested in science and required for the major. Prerequisite: Chemistry 120 and 125L.
Required courses in other departments:
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MATH 122 Integral Calculus. Students may start in MATH 112 Differential Calculus and then take MATH 122.
- PHYS 109-110 Intro Physics for Life Sciences I & II or PHYS 111-112 Intro Physics for Physical Sciences I & II with lab (113-114L)
Recommended courses in other departments:
- Biology I is recommended for students interested in health professions.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Sophomore Year
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
- Students will not be able to use AP credit to satisfy CHEM 120.
- Students who score a 4 or 5 on the AP exam will receive 4 credits of CHEM 099. CHEM 099 does not count for the Chemistry major, but those 4 credits will count towards graduation.
Courses that close quickly:
- CHEM 105 Topics in Chemistry (F7)
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- CHEM 120 Foundations of Chemistry (F7), CHEM 211 Organic Chemistry I
Courses not to be taken concurrently:
- 120 Foundations and 211 Organic Chemistry
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- CHEM 105 Topics in Chemistry (F7)
Class selections available this Fall:
- 105 TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY W/LAB
- 120 FOUNDATIONS OF CHEMISTRY
- 125L FOUNDATIONS OF CHEM LAB
- 211 INTRO ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
- 212 INTRO ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
- 212L INTRO ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II LAB
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- Chemistry 120/125L is also offered in the spring for students who did not enroll in the fall.
- Chemistry 120/125L and 211 are often offered in the summer.
- Students planning on medical school should plan to take Chemistry 315 (Biochemistry) before taking the MCAT. In order to take 315, students need to take the prerequisites 120/125L, 211, 212, and 212L. These courses take three to four semesters to complete, so students should plan accordingly. Chemistry 240 (Analytical Chemistry) is required for the major and can be taken before or concurrently with Biochemistry.
- All students wishing to take courses in Chemistry should enroll in Foundations of Chemistry, as it is a preparation for Organic Chemistry I in the second semester.
- Students who have a very strong background in the sciences and intend to major in Biology, Chemistry or Biochemistry and Molecular Biology may consider taking both Introductory Biology (BIOL 130/131L and 140/141L) and Foundations of Chemistry and Organic Chemistry I (CHEM 120/125L and 211) one-year sequences in their first year. Otherwise, it is okay to take one or the other, depending on which major they are more inclined toward.
Degree offered: BS
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 56
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- COMP 141-Computer Science I: Programming Fundamentals (F6)
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- COMP 141-Computer Science I: Programming Fundamentals(F6)
Required courses in other departments:
- One mathematics course (MATH 112, MATH 115, or MATH 116, MATH 122, MATH 211, MATH 214 or MATH 223).
Recommended courses in other departments:
- Additional mathematics courses such as Calculus III (MATH 223) or Linear Algebra (MATH 261).
- A statistics course (MATH 211 is recommended, but PSYC 211 or ECON 290 may be appropriate for students interested in those discipline).
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- COMP 141 should be taken as early as possible, preferably no later than spring of the first year.
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
- Students scoring a 4 or a 5 on the AP Computer Science A exam will receive credit for COMP 141 and may enroll in COMP 142.
- Students who have taken the AP Computer Science Principles exam should contact a member of the Computer Science Department for placement
Courses that close quickly:
- Most computer science courses, especially COMP 141, have high enrollment demands. Students should place computer science courses high on their registration trees.
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- COMP 141, 142, and 241 should be taken in sequence, preferably in consecutive semesters.
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Class sections available this Fall:
- 141 COMP SCI I: PROGRAMMING FUNDMNT
- 142 CSII: OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMNG
- 172 DISCRETE STRUCTURES FOR COMPSC
- 231 INTRO TO COMPUTER ORGANIZATION
- 241 CS III:DATA STRUCTRE/ALGORITHM
- 251 INTRO TO COMPUTER SYSTEMS
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
If a student is interested in a computer science major or minor, and...
- has no prior programming experience: enroll in COMP 141.
- scored a 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science A exam: enroll in COMP 142. Prospective majors should consider enrolling in COMP 172 or COMP 231 at the same time as COMP 142 if their schedule allows.
- has significant prior programming experience but has not taken the AP Computer Science A exam (or scored a 3 or lower): contact a member of the computer science faculty to discuss starting in COMP 142.
- took the AP Computer Science Principles exam: contact a member of the computer science faculty to discuss placement.
- Prospective computer science majors should enroll in the appropriate first programming course (COMP 141 or 142) as early as their schedule allows. Students thinking about graduate-level study in computer science should plan to take Calculus II (MATH 122) and are suggested to take Calculus III (MATH 223), Statistics (MATH 211) and Linear Algebra (MATH 260). These courses may also be helpful for math-intensive computer science careers such as in computer graphics, data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
- More information about computer science is available at www.cs.rhodes.edu.
Degree offered: None
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Total Credits Required for Minor: 22
Elective courses appropriate for beginning students: NA
Courses required for the minor and appropriate for beginning students:
- MUSC 150 – Dance for Musical Theatre (F5)
- MUSC 155 – Topics in Dance (F5 pending)
- MUSC 103 – Elements of Music (F5)
- MUSC 204 – Understanding Musicianship (F5)
- MUSC 231/HIST 225 Musical Paris 1870-1940 (F3, F5)
- MUSC 265 – History of Musical Theatre (F3, F5)
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly: MUSC 103, 150, and 155
Courses that must be taken in sequence: NA
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Additional Notes:
Dance performance courses are repeatable and can be taken for 2 or 4 credits.
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 48
Interdisciplinary Majors:
- Economics/Commerce and Business – 64 credits
- Economics and International Studies – 60-64 credits
- Mathematics and Economics – 60 credits
- Political Economy (an interdisciplinary program) – 48 credits
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- ECON 100 Intro to Economics ( F8)
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- ECON 100 Intro to Economics (F2 some sections, F8)
Required courses in other departments:
- MATH 115 Applied Calculus (F6), MATH 116 Applied Calculus for Business, or MATH 122 (or higher) Calculus (F6)
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Fall of Year 3
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
- First-year students who have AP credit for BOTH micro and macro may register for Econ 201 or 202.
Courses that close quickly:
- All
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- ECON 100 is a prerequisite for almost all upper-level classes
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- See Catalogue
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- See Catalogue
Class sections available this Fall:
- 100 INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS
- 201 INTERMEDIATE MICROECONOMICS
- 202 INTERMEDIATE MACROECONOMICS
- 290 STATISTICAL ANALYSIS
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- Students with 4 or higher on both the Micro and Macro AP test can receive AP credit for ECON 100 and should look into taking ECON 290, ECON 201 and/or 202.
- MATH 111 is NOT a substitute for ECON 290.
- Students interested in graduate studies should take MATH 122, not MATH 115 or MATH 116.
- First-year students interested in majoring in Economics should take ECON 100 during their first year.
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: Teaching and Learning; Policy and Social Change
Total Credits Required for Major: 44-45 credits (depending on track and type of licensure; see Catalogue)
Minor: Yes, 24 credits (see Catalogue)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- Most 200-level courses (with the exception of EDUC 225)
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- Foundations of Education EDUC 201
- (Students planning to major in Educational Studies should take this as soon as possible; most upper-level courses require this course as a prerequisite).
- Educational Psychology EDUC 222
Required courses in other departments:
- Because of the interdisciplinary nature of the major, many Educational Studies electives are offered in other departments (e.g., Urban Studies; Politics & Law). Recommended courses vary depending on the student′s career goals.
Recommended courses in other departments:
- This list is extensive and will vary according to track. Please see Catalogue.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Second semester of second year for students pursuing teacher licensure
- First semester of the third year for students not pursuing teacher licensure.
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly:
- 200-level courses are typically most in demand.
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- EDUC 201 Foundations of Education is a pre-requisite for many upper-level EDUC courses and should be taken as early as possible.
Class sections available this Fall:
EDUC 201: FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
EDUC 220: URBAN EDUCATION
For a complete list of courses being offered, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
Students can opt to pursue teacher licensure while completing an Educational Studies degree. Students interested in this opportunity should schedule a meeting with an Educational Studies faculty member to discuss the process. Students who want to be teachers should select the Teaching and Learning track, and students seeking licensure in secondary education must double major in the content area in which they plan to teach. Refer to the Pre-Professional Education page for more details on pursuing teacher licensure through the Educational Studies program.
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: Literature and Literature and Creative Writing
Total Credits Required for Major: 44 credits
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- ENGL190 Introductory Topics in Literature (F2i, F4). See Workday or English Department website for current topics. Open to first-year students and sophomores only.
- All 200-level English classes are open to first year students and carry (F4, F2i) credit.
- 285 is for prospective majors and should only be taken by those considering a major or minor in English.
- FYWS 151 First-Year Writing Seminar or 155 Daily Themes (to be completed in the first year if no AP credit was earned). (F2s)
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- ENGL 285 English Seminar (F2i). Open to first-year students though typically taken during the sophomore year.
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments:
- Other humanities courses that complement a prospective major in English, e.g., literature courses taught in the Modern Languages and Literatures department, as well as courses in History, Greek and Roman Studies, Art, Music, Religion, Sociology, Anthropology, and the like.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Fall or spring semester of the sophomore year (depending on other credits earned).
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
Courses that close quickly: (If these courses close, students should substitute other 200-level courses or wait for availability.)
- 190 Introductory Topics in Literature (F2i, F4)
- 210 Introduction to Creative Writing
- 225 Southern Literature (F2i, F4)
- 220 Topics in Women and Literature
- 230 Shakespeare's Major Plays(F2i, F4)
- 265 Special Topics courses (F2i, F4)
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- Majors should complete 285 before enrolling in Literary Theory classes or 485 Senior Seminar. Students must complete ENG 190 or a 200-level literature course or have permission from the instructor before taking 300-level literature courses; an ENG 210 before taking the 300 and 400-level Creative Writing workshops.
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Consult Catalogue, especially for 300-level courses.
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- N/A
Class sections available this Fall:
- 191 GOLDEN AGE OF PIRACY
- 206 CREATIVE PUBLISHING I
- 210 INTRO TO CREATIVE WRITING
- 224 SURVEY OF AFRICAN AMERICAN LITERATURE
- 265 SPECIAL TOPICS
- 285 ENGLISH SEMINAR
- 290 ACADEMIC WRITING
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
FYWS 151 and HUM 101 courses count towards the English major if they are taught be professors in the English Department.
Degree offered: BS
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 54-56
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- BIOL 120 Introduction to Environmental Science (F7) - FALL
- BIOL 130 Biology 1(F7)- FALL
- CHEM 120 Foundations of Chemistry (F7)-FALL and limited spots in SPRING
- ECON 100 Introduction to Economics (F8)-FALL and SPRING
- ENVS 111 Physical Geology (F7) - FALL
- ENVS 150 Environment and Society-FALL and SPRING
- HIST 105 Diseases and Epidemics (F2i, F3) - FALL
- HIST 207 Global Environmental History (F3, F11)- FALL
- MATH 111 Introduction into Applied Statistics(F6)-FALL AND SPRING
- MATH 211 Statistics for the Life Sciences-FALL and SPRING
- MATH 214 Math Modeling with Bio Applications (F6)-FALL and SPRING
- URBN 201 Introduction to Urban Studies (F8, F11)-FALL and SPRING
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- ENVS 150 Environment and Society - No prerequisites. Designed for Environmental Studies and Environmental Science majors and minors, but also suitable for non-minors, this course covers a variety of contemporary environmental issues. It is advised that student who want to major or minor in Environmental Sciences try to take this course in their first two years at Rhodes.
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INTD 225 Geographic Information System (F6) – No prerequisites. In this course students learn to analyze spatial data and apply their skills to a research project. It is advised that students take this course in their first two years at Rhodes.
The following courses fulfill requirements, but are not in themselves required
- BIOL Environmental Science (F7) – No prerequisites. This course focuses on a scientific understanding of the environment as well as on people's impact upon the natural world. This lecture course has accompanying laboratory that must be taken with the class. This course will not satisfy a course requirement for the major in Biology.
- Chemistry 120 Foundations of Chemistry I (F7) – No prerequisites. A study of the basic concepts and principles of chemistry. This lecture course has accompanying laboratory (Chemistry 125) that must be taken with the class. Students who want to pursue Environmental Science and who are not in BIOL 130/131 or ENVS 111 should consider taking CHEM 120/125.
- ENVS 111 Physical Geology(F7) - No prerequisites. A study of geology of Earth. This course has a lecture and laboratory format.
Required courses in other departments:
- NA – since Environmental Sciences is a Program, and not a department, almost all of its required courses are in other departments.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Sophomore Year
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
Courses that close quickly:
- BIOL 120 Environmental Science (F7) - FALL
- ENVS 111 Physical Geology (F7) - FALL & SPRING
- ENVS 150 Environment and Society-FALL & SPRING
- HIST 105 Disease & Epidemics (F2i, F3) - FALL
- INTD 225- Geographic Information Systems(GIS)-FALL & SPRING
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Introductory science courses (BIOL 130/131, ENVS 111, CHEM 120) are typically only taught during the fall semester. There are sometimes limited opportunities to take CHEM 120 in the spring.
Class selections available Fall 2022:
- 111 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY
- 150 ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- Although Introductory Biology I and II (BIOL 130/131 – FALL and BIOL 140/141 – Spring) are not required courses for ENVS majors, many of the upper-level Biology courses that ENVS majors may want to take have both BIOL 130/131 and BIOL 140/141 as prerequisites. If students have an interest in the bio-logical aspects of the environment, it is strongly suggested that students take BIOL 130/131 and BIOL 140/141 during their first or second year at Rhodes.
- If a student wants to pursue an Environmental Science (BS) major, it is strongly encouraged that the student takes BIOL 120 and/or CHEM 120/125 and/or BIOL 130/131 and BIOL 140/141 during the first two years. Ideally, at least one of these science courses would be completed during the first semester at Rhodes.
- Students considering an Environmental Science major or minor should take ENVS 150 as early as possible. It is also strongly suggested that students take INTD 225 Geographic Information Systems as early as possible, especially if the student is interested in pursuing certain internship and research opportunities.
- Because Environmental Science is very interdisciplinary, students are encouraged to contact the Chair of the Environmental Studies & Sciences Program (Prof. Sarah Boyle) if they would like to discuss course options based on the academic and career interests of the student. Please note that we offer a major in Environmental Science (BS) and a major in Environmental Studies (BA). Students with environmental interests are invited to self-enroll in our Environmental Studies and Sciences Canvas site; this site provides detailed information about environmental opportunities at Rhodes. Link to enroll: https://rhodes.instructure.com/enroll/8BNCRT
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 52
Minor: Yes
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- BIOL 120 Introduction to Environmental Science (F7) - FALL
- CHEM 120 Foundations of Chemistry (F7)-FALL & limited spots in the SPRING
- ECON 100 Introduction to Economics (F8)-FALL & SPRING
- ENVS 111 Physical Geology (F7) – FALL & SPRING
- ENVS 150 Environment and Society-FALL & SPRING
- HIST 105 Diseases and Epidemics (F2i, F3) - FALL
- INTD 225 Geographic Information Systems (F6) - FALL
- MATH 111 Introduction to Applied Statistics (F6)-FALL & SPRING
- MATH 211 Statistics for the Life Sciences-FALL and SPRING
- MATH 214 Mathematical Modeling with Bio Applications (F6) - FALL
- URBN 201 Introduction to Urban Studies (F8, F11)-FALL & SPRING
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- ENVS 150 Environment and Society - No prerequisites. Designed for Environmental Studies and Environmental Science majors and minors, but also suitable for non-minors, this course covers a variety of contemporary environmental issues.
- INTD 225 Geographic Information System (F6) - No prerequisites. In this course students learn to analyze spatial data and apply their skills to a research project. It is advised that students take this course in their first two years at Rhodes.
- ECON 100 (F8). No prerequisites. A survey of economic analysis and institutions combining economic theory with a discussion of applications to the U. S. economic system for majors and non-majors. The course will include an introduction to both microeconomics and macroeconomics.
The following courses fulfill requirements, but are not in themselves required
- HIST 105 Disease and Epidemics (F3, F2i)
- BIOL 120 Environmental Science (F7) – No prerequisites. This course focuses on a scientific understanding of the environment as well as on people's impact upon the natural world. This lecture course has accompanying laboratory that must be taken with the class. This course will not satisfy a course requirement for the major in Biology.
- CHEM 120 Foundations of Chemistry I (F7) - No prerequisites. A study of the basic concepts and principles of chemistry. This lecture course has accompanying laboratory (CHEM 125) that must be taken with the class.
- ENVS 111 Physical Geology(F7)- No prerequisites. A study of the geology of Earth. This course has a lecture and laboratory format.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Sophomore year
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details)
Courses that close quickly:
- BIOL 120: Environmental Science (F7) – FALL
- ENVS 111 Physical Geology (F7) - FALL and SPRING
- ENVS 150: Environment and Society-FALL and SPRING
- HIST 105: Disease & Epidemics (F2i, F3)- FALL
- INTD 225: Geographic Information Systems(GIS)-FALL and SPRING
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- RELS 101 and 102 (Bible and City, Bible and Food) are for first year students.
- Introductory science courses (BIOL 130/131, ENVS 111, BIOL 120, CHEM 120) are typically only taught during the fall semester. There are sometimes opportunities to take CHEM 120 in the spring semester.
Class selections available Fall 2022:
- 111 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY
- 150 ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- Students considering an Environmental Studies major or minor should take ENVS 150 as early as possible. It is also strongly suggested that students take INTD 225 Geographic Information Systems as early as possible, especially if the student is interested in pursuing certain internship and research opportunities.
- For the first semester at Rhodes, students may want to consider taking ENVS 150, ENVS 111, HIST 105 (Disease & Epidemics), INTD Geographic Information Systems, or BIOL 120.
- Because Environmental Studies is very interdisciplinary, students are encouraged to contact the Chair of the Environmental Studies & Sciences Program (Prof. Sarah Boyle) if they would like to discuss course options based on the academic and career interests of the student. Please note that we offer a major in Environmental Science (BS) and a major in Environmental Studies (BA). Students with environmental interests are invited to self-enroll in our Environmental Studies and Sciences Canvas site; this site provides detailed information about environmental opportunities at Rhodes. Link to enroll: https://rhodes.instructure.com/enroll/8BNCRT
GENDER & SEXUALITY STUDIES
Degree offered: None
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Total Credits Required for Minor: 24
Elective courses appropriate for beginning students:
- ART 152: Survey of Contemporary Art (McCarthy; F5)
- ART 166/266: Self Portraiture: Body & Identity (Parsons; F5)
- MUSC 130: Gender and Music (Rogers; F5)
- RELS 101: The Bible, Gender, and Sexuality (F1)
Courses required for the minor and appropriate for beginning students:
- GSST 200 Introduction to Gender and Sexuality Studies. This course should be taken in the first or second year.
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments:
- AFS 205 Black Feminist/Womanist Thought
- EDUC 320 Race, Class, Gender, Sexuality
- INTS 330 Women in World Politics
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly:
- GSST 200 Introduction to Gender and Sexuality Studies
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- It is recommended that GSST 200 is taken during the first or second year and that GSST 400 is taken during the 3rd or 4th year.
Courses not to be taken concurrently:
- GSST 200 (Fall)and GSST 400
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- GSST 200 (offered every Fall; also Spring)
- GSST 400 (Spring)
Class selections available this Fall:
- 200 INTRO TO GENDER & SEXUALITY
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- GSST 300 (Queer Theory) is recommended for the minor.
- Two courses in the GSS minor may also be counted toward the student's major. One course in the GSS minor may also be counted toward another minor.
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 44
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for students seeking foundation credit:
- HLEQ 210 Introduction to Health Equity (F9, F11)
- URBN 201 Introduction to Urban Studies (F8, F11)
- RELS 231 Faith, Health, and Justice (F1)
- RELS 233 Pain, Suffering, and Death (F1)
- MUSC 105 Music and Healing (F5)
- INTD 225 Geographic Information Systems (F6)
- PSYC 211 Statistical Methods (F6)
- HIST 242 African American History (F3)
Courses appropriate for beginning students considering a major:
- HLEQ 210 Introduction to Health Equity (F9, F11)
- URBN 235 Principles of Public Health
- URBN 201 Introduction to Urban Studies (F8, F11)
- RELS 231 Faith, Health, and Justice (F1)
- RELS 233 Pain, Suffering, and Death (F1)
- MUSC 105 Music and Healing (F5)
- INTD 225 Geographic Information Systems (F6)
- PSYC 211 Statistical Methods (F6)
- HIST 242 African American History (F3)
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments:
- PLAW 206 Urban Politics and Policy
- Several courses in Biology
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
First semester of the Junior year.
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly:
- HLEQ 210 Introduction to Health Equity
- URBN 235 Principles of Public Health
- RELS 233 Pain, Suffering, and Death
Courses that must be taken in sequence: NA
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- URBN 385 Senior Research Design – Fall Only
- URBN 485 Senior Seminar – Spring Only
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Class sections available this Fall:
HLEQ 210 Introduction to Health Equity (F9, F11)
HLEQ 325 Healthcare Ethics and Social Inequality
HLEQ 430 Narrative Medicine
URBN 201 Introduction to Urban Studies (F8 & F11)
Additional Notes: NA
HISTORY
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 44
Interdisciplinary Major: (See Catalogue for requirements)
- History and International Studies – 48-52 credits
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- New this academic year: The History Department now offers a First-Year F1 sequence as an alternative to the Search and Life Programs. HIST 101 (F1, F3) is offered in the Fall semester and HIST 102 (F1, F2i) is offered in the Spring semester. Both courses count towards a major (or minor) in History.
- 105 Introductory Seminars in History (F2i, F3). These seminars are open to all students including those in their first year. The courses are writing intensive and fulfill one of the “written communication” requirements (F2i), as well as the “historical forces” (F3) requirement. Students may count two courses at this level towards a major (or minor) in History. No prerequisites are required.
- Any course at the 200-level (see catalogue or BannerWeb for current listings). The Department′s 200-level courses survey various historical topics but require no special background and are open to all students including those in their first and second year. All 200-level History courses count towards a major (or minor) in History, so are also suitable for students considering a major (or minor) in History. There are no prerequisites for 200-level courses. (F3, some F5, F8, F9)
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- The History F1 Sequence: HIST 101 (F1, F3) and HIST 102 (F1, F2i)
- Any 105 Introductory Seminar (F2i, F3)
- Any 200-level course (F3, some F5, F8, F9)
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Fall semester junior year
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
- Credits earned through AP or IB do not fulfill the requirements of the History major or minor but do count toward the 128 credits required for graduation. Students with AP credit who are considering a major in history should consider taking History 105 or any 200-level course in History.
Courses that close quickly:
- 105 Introductory Seminars in History (F2i, F3)
- 205 Selected Topics in History (F3)
- 211 The Ancient Mediterranean (F3)
- 225 Modern Britain (F3)
- 226 Musical Paris (F3, F5)
- 242 African-American History (F3, F9)
- 261 Colonial Latin America (F3, F9)
- 271 Traditional Africa (F3, F9)
- 275 Making of the Modern Middle East (F3, F9)
- 283 Modern China (F3, F9)
- 293 Ancient and Medieval India (F3, F9)
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- The History F1 courses, HIST 101 and HIST 102, must be taken in sequence.
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- No more that two 105 courses may count toward the major or minor.
Class sections available Fall 2022:
- HIS 101 WOMEN IN THE BIBLE
- HIS 105 INTRO SEMINAR IN HISTORY (VARIOUS TOPICS)
- HIS 201 HISTORY OF ENVIRONMENTAL THOUGHT
- HIS 205 RHODES COLLEGE AND THE AMERICAN SOUTH
- HIS 212 MEDIEVAL WORLD
- HIS 216 EUROPE, 1815-1914
- HIS 222 FALL OF ROMAN REPUBLIC
- HIS 242 AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY
- HIS 272 MODERN AFRICA
- HIS 277 MODERN ISLAMIC THOUGHT
- HIS 283 MODERN CHINA
- HIS 294 MODERN INDIA
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes: NA
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 48
Interdisciplinary Majors: Related "bridge" majors include
- Economics-International Studies: 60-64 credits
- History-International Studies: 48-52 credits
- Political Science-International Studies: 56-60 credits
- Russian Studies-International Studies: 56 credits
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- INTS 110 Introduction to International Relations (F3, F8). A survey of international relations theories and historical cases.
- INTS 120 Introduction to Comparative Politics (F8). An introduction to the study of domestic politics and governments around the world.
Note: the above courses do not have to be taken sequentially.
- The Department also offers two 1-credit, evening courses appropriate for majors and non-majors.
- INTS 133 Model United Nations. A simulation of UN proceedings enabling students to debate.
- INTS 235 Great Decisions in Foreign Policy. Course features rotating lectures by departmental faculty on timely topics in politics and foreign policy.
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- INTS 110 Introduction to International Relations (F3, F8)
- INTS 120 Introduction to Comparative Politics (F8)
Note: the above courses do not have to be taken sequentially.
Required courses in other departments:
- Language - Course work through the 202 level is required; course work at the 300 level is strongly recommended.
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Students should consult with a faculty member in the Department on an individual basis.
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly:
- INTS 110 Introduction to International Relations (F3, F8)
- INTS 120 Introduction to Comparative Politics (F8)
- INTS 270 Research Methods in International Studies
- INTS 300 International Relations and Comparative Politics Theories
Courses that should be taken in sequence: NA
Courses not to be taken concurrently:
- Completion of INTS 270 is required (and completion of INTS 300 is recommended) before enrolling in INTS 485.
Class selections available this Fall:
- INST 110 INTRO/INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
- INST 120 INTRO/COMPARATIVE POLITICS
- INST 133 MODEL UNITED NATIONS
- INST 243 GOVT & POLITICS OF MIDDLE EAST
- INST 251 GOVERNMENT & POLITICS OF AFRICA
- INST 261 GOVT & POLITICS OF CHINA
- INST 281 GOVT & POLITICS OF W EUROPE
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- Since majors must complete a foreign language study through the 202 level or pass the equivalent proficiency exam, early work in a foreign language is recommended.
JEWISH, ISLAMIC AND MIDDLE EAST STUDIES
Degree offered: Three different minors in: (1) Islamic and Middle East Studies, (2) Jewish Studies, and (3) Jewish, Islamic, and Middle East Studies
Tracks or Concentration: Three different concentrations: (1) Islamic and Middle East Studies, (2) Jewish Studies, and (3) Jewish, Islamic, and Middle East Studies
Total Credits Required for Major: n/a (for each minor: 20 credits)
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for students seeking foundation credit:
- F1:
- RELS 101: The Bible and the Qur’an
- HIS 101: Women in the Bible
- HIS 277: Modern Islamic Thought
- HIS 375: Islamic History and Civilization
- F2i:
- HIST 105: Torture, Terrorism, and Anti-Colonialism: Algerian
- Revolution, 1954-1962
- HIS 105: Roman Egypt
- F3:
- HIST 105: Torture, Terrorism, and Anti-Colonialism: Algerian Revolution, 1954-1962
- HIS 105: Roman Egypt
- HIST 212: Medieval World
- HIS 277: Modern Islamic Thought
- HIS 294: Modern India
- F8:
- INTS 243: Governments and Politics of the Middle East
- F9:
- INTS 243: Governments and Politics of the Middle East
Courses appropriate for beginning students considering as a minor:
- For the “Minor in Islamic and Middle East Studies”
- HIST 105: Torture, Terrorism, and Anti-Colonialism: Algerian
- Revolution, 1954-1962
- RELS 101: The Bible and the Qur’an
- HIS 105: Roman Egypt
- HIST 212: Medieval World
- HIS 277: Modern Islamic Thought
- HIS 294: Modern India
- HIST 305: Sex & Gender in the Medieval World
- HIS 375: Islamic History and Civilization
- INTS 243: Governments and Politics of the Middle East
- For the “Minor in Jewish Studies”
- RELS 101: The Bible and the Quran*
- HIST 101: Women in the Bible*
- HIST 212: Medieval World
- HIST 305: Sex & Gender in the Medieval World
- For the “Minor in Jewish, Islamic and Middle East Studies”
- Any of the above
Required courses in other departments:
- This is an interdisciplinary program, so everything comes from different departments
Recommended courses in other departments:
- This is an interdisciplinary program, so everything comes from different departments
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule: NA
AP credit: NA
Courses that close quickly:
- All 100 and 200 courses
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- RELS 101 and RELS 102
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Requirements for a Minor in Islamic and Middle East Studies:
A total of twenty (20) credits wherein:
1. Students will take at least one course in each field based on the following categories: (*Note: These courses change every semester. The ones listed above are available in the Fall.)
A. Historical:
- HIST 105: Torture, Terrorism, and Anti-Colonialism: Algerian Revolution, 1954-1962
- HIST 105: Roman Egypt
- HIST 211: The Ancient Mediterranean
- HIS 275: The Making of the Modern Middle East (19th Century)
- HIS 276: The Re-Making of the Modern Middle East (20th Century)
- HIST 293: Ancient and Medieval India
- HIST 294: Modern India
- HIS 375: Islamic History and Civilization
- HIST 205: Faiths in Contact and Conflict in the Medieval Mediterranean
- HIST 405: Medieval Law
B. Cultural:
- ART 209: Art and Architecture of the Ancient Near East & Egypt
- RELS 101: The Bible and the Qur’an
- RELS 258: Islamphobia
- RELS 258: Faiths in Contact and Conflict in the Medieval Mediterranean
C. Political:
- INTS 334: Religion & Politics
- INTS 243: Governments and Politics of the Middle East
2. Students will take at least one course in the following departments: History, International Studies, and Religious Studies
3. Students will take at least one upper 300-level course or 400-level course
4. Students will take one Jewish, Islamic and Middle East Studies (JIM) course OR one course in the Jewish Studies minor
Note: RELS 276 and 277 and HIST 105 may be repeated with permission of instructor and/or program committee.
Requirements for a Minor in Jewish Studies
A total of twenty (20) credits drawn from the following courses in at least two different departments: (Note: Courses change every semester. The ones listed above are available in the Fall.)
1. A maximum of three courses at the 100-level or 200-level:
- RELS 101: The Bible and Critical Study I
- HEB 201: Biblical Hebrew (only students who have had the HEB 101-102 sequence/or who are at an equivalent level can take it)
- HIST 101: Women in the Bible
- HIST 205/RELS 258: Faiths in Contact and Conflict in the Medieval Mediterranean
- HIST 212: Medieval World
2. At least one course at the 300-level or 400-level:
- HIST 405: Medieval Law
- HIST 305: Sex & Gender in the Medieval World
3. One Jewish, Islamic and Middle East Studies (JIM) course OR one course from the Islamic and Middle East Studies minor.
Note: RELS 276 and 277 and HIST 105 may be repeated with permission of instructor and/or program committee.
Requirements for a Minor in Jewish, Islamic and Middle East Studies
A total of twenty (20) credits wherein:
- Students will take two courses in Jewish Studies
- Students will take two courses in Islamic & Middle East Studies
- Students must take at least one 300-level or 400-level course from either the Jewish Studies or Islamic and Middle East Studies minor or a Jewish, Islamic and Middle East Studies (JIM) course
- Students must take courses in at least two different departments
Note: RELS 276 and 277 and HIST 105 may be repeated with permission of instructor and/or program committee.
Class sections available this Fall:
Minor in Islamic and Middle East Studies
Historical
- HIST 105: Torture, Terrorism, and Anti-Colonialism: Algerian Revolution, 1954-1962
- HIS 105: Roman Egypt
- HIST 212: Medieval World
- HIS 277: Modern Islamic Thought
- HIS 294: Modern India
- HIST 305: Sex & Gender in the Medieval World
Cultural
- RELS 101: The Bible and the Qur’an
- HIS 277: Modern Islamic Thought
Political
- INTS 243: Governments and Politics of the Middle East
Minor in Jewish Studies
- HEB 201: Biblical Hebrew (only students who have had the HEB 101-102 sequence/or who are at an equivalent level can take it)
- HIST 101: Women in the Bible
- HIST 212: Medieval World
- RELS 101: The Bible and Critical Study I
- HIST 305: Sex & Gender in the Medieval World
Minor in Jewish, Islamic and Middle East Studies
• Students will need to take courses both in Jewish Studies and in Islamic & Middle East Studies
Additional Notes: NA
LATIN AMERICAN & LATINX STUDIES
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 42-44
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements. Updates in process. Please consult Prof Elizabeth Pettinaroli, pettanrolie@rhodes.edu)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- LTNS 200 Intro to Latin American & Latinx Studies (F3 and F11 some sections, F9)
- BUS 200 Taxation of the Poor
- ECON 100, Introduction to Economics (F8)
- EDUC 201, Foundations of Education (F8)
- HIST 105 Latin American Topics (F2; F3)
- HIS 261/262, Colonial/Modern Latin America (F3; F9)
- HLEQ 210, Intro to Health Equity (F9; F11)
- MUS 119 Music of Latin America (F5, F9)
- SPAN 306, Intro to Latin American and Latinx Literature (F9; F11 some sections)
- Others by consultation with LALS Chair, Prof Elizabeth Pettinaroli
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- LTNS 200 Intro to Latin American & Latinx Studies (F3 some sections, F9)
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments:
- Any course with the LALS elective attribute. See LALS courses in Anthropology/Sociology, Business, Educational Studies, Health Equity, History, International Studies, Media Studies, Music, Politics and Law, Spanish, Urban Studies, and others.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Often students who have fulfilled requirements in one or more of the participating departments can complete remaining major requirements even if they declare a LAS major rather late. Latest time to declare the major is Spring of Junior year.
AP credit: Per consultation with the Chair, Prof. Pettinaroli.
Courses that close quickly:
- LALS 200, Spanish 102, Spanish 201, Spanish 202, Spanish 302
Courses that must be taken in sequence: NA
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Class selections available this Fall:
- 200 INTRO LATIN AMER STUDIES
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
Degree offered: BS
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 49
Interdisciplinary Majors: (See Catalogue for requirements)
- Biomathematics
- Mathematics and Economics
Minors: Mathematics Minor, Statistics Minor(See catalogue for requirements)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- MATH 109 Excursions in Mathematics
- MATH 111 Applied Statistics for Liberal Arts (F6)
- MATH 112 Precalculus and Differential Calculus (only for students that have not taken any calculus)
- MATH 115 Applied Calculus (F6)
- MATH 116 Calculus with Business Applications (F6)
- MATH 122 Integral Calculus (Prerequisite: any previous calculus class, AP credit, or equivalent) (F6)
- MATH 201 Transition to Advanced Mathematics (Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent) (F6)15
- MATH 211 Applied Statistics for the Formal & Natural Sciences (F6)2
- MATH 214 Discrete Mathematical Modeling with Biological Applications (F6)2
- MATH 223 Multivariable Calculus (Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent) (F6)15
- MATH 251 Differential Equations (Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent) (F6)25
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- MATH 122 is required for Mathematics, Biomathematics and Mathematics & Economics majors
- MATH 201 is required for Mathematics & Economics majors
- MATH 223 is required for Mathematics & Economics majors
- MATH 251 is required for Mathematics & Economics majors
Recommended courses in other departments:
- COMP 141 Computer Science I: Programming Fundamentals (required for Biomath major; recommended for math and math-econ majors)
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- An appropriate calculus course should be taken by spring of the first year at the latest
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
Students with AP credit (or the equivalent) and interest in a possible major in Mathematics, Biomathematics, or Mathematics and Economics should consult a member of the department.
Courses that close quickly:
- MATH 111 Applied Statistics for Liberal Arts (F6)
- MATH 115 Applied Calculus (F6)
- MATH 116 Calculus with Business Applications (F6)
- MATH 214 Discrete Math Modeling with Biological Application (F6)
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- Calculus Sequence (MATH 112, 122, 223, 324)
- Most MATH courses numbered above 200 have Prerequisites, see individual listings in Catalogue
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Fall: 112, 201, 214, 251
- Spring: 109, 111
Courses that don’t count toward a Math, Biomath, or Math-Econ major:
- MATH 111 Applied Statistics for Liberal Arts (F6)
- MATH 112 Precalculus and Differential Calculus
- MATH 115 Applied Calculus (F6)
- MATH 116 Calculus with Business Applications (F6)
Class selections available this Fall:
- 112 PRECALC & DIFF CALC
- 122 INTEGRAL CALCULUS
- 201 TRANSITION TO ADV MATHEMATICS
- 211 APPLIED STATS/NAT SCIENCES
- 214 MATH MODELING W/BIO APPS
- 223 MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS
- 251 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
• Prospective math and math-econ majors should complete at least MATH 122 by the end of their first year.
• Students who have any prior experience with calculus should begin with MATH 122 or MATH 211 or MATH 214. Students should NOT take MATH 112 if they plan to take only one semester of calculus or if they have already seen derivatives in a previous class. Students who have taken calculus in high school may not earn credit for MATH 112 without permission from the instructor.
• Prospective Biomath majors should complete at least MATH 122, MATH 211, or MATH 214 by the end of their first year.
• Students who have AP credit for MATH 122 (a 4 or 5 on the BC exam) should begin with either MATH 223, MATH 201, MATH 211, MATH 214, or MATH 251. A student should consult a faculty member of the department for assistance in deciding which of these courses would be most appropriate.
• Students interested in Biomathematics or applied mathematics should consider taking 214.
• Student interested in the statistics minor should take MATH 211 unless they plan to take ECON 290 or PSYCH 211.
For further questions on calculus placement or other course placement, consult a mathematics faculty member.
MATHEMATICS & ECOMOMICS INTERDISCIPLINARY
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 56
Mathematics & Economics (also known as Math-Econ) is an interdisciplinary major that is advised by Economics and Mathematics faculty. There is no associated Math-Econ minor.
Major courses appropriate for beginning students:
- ECON 100 Introduction to Economics (F8)
- ECON 201 Intermediate Microeconomics (Prerequisite: ECON 100 or equivalent)
- ECON 202 Intermediate Macroeconomics (Prerequisite: ECON 100 or equivalent)
- ECON 290 Statistical Analysis for Economics and Business (F6)
- MATH 122 Integral Calculus (Prerequisite: any previous calculus class, AP credit, or equivalent) (F6)
- MATH 201 Transition to Advanced Mathematics (Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent) (F6)
- MATH 223 Multivariable Calculus (Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent) (F6)
- MATH 251 Differential Equations (Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent) (F6)
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Fall of second year. However, if a student is initially pursuing a Mathematics major or Economics major, they may be able to convert to a math-econ major by the fall of their third year and graduate on schedule.
- It is recommended that students interested in the Math-Econ major plan on taking at least ECON 100 and one or more calculus courses in their freshman year. If a student decides not to pursue a math-econ major, these courses fulfill foundation requirements and can count towards other majors.
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table on pages 11-12 of this guide for details.)
- Students that have scored 4 or 5 on both the AP Economics: Micro and the AP Economics: Macro exams will earn credit for ECON 100 and the F8 and should plan on taking ECON 201 or 202 as their first economics course.
- Students who have scored 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus AB exam will earn credit for MATH 105 and the F6 and should plan on taking MATH 122 as their first calculus course.
- Students who have scored a 3 on the AP Calculus BC exam will earn credit for MATH 112 and should plan on taking MATH 122 as their first calculus course.
- Students who have scored 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus BC exam will earn credit for MATH 112+122 and the F6 and should plan on taking MATH 223, MATH 211, MATH 214, or MATH 251 in the first semester of their freshman year.
- Students who have scored 4 or 5 on the AP Statistics exam will earn credit for MATH 111 and F6 credit and should plan on taking ECON 290.
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- Calculus Sequence (MATH 112, 122, 223, 324)
- Most MATH courses numbered above 200 have Prerequisites, see individual listings in Catalogue
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Fall: MATH 201, 251
Additional Notes:
- Students who have any prior experience with calculus should begin with MATH 122. Students should NOT take MATH 112 if they have already seen derivatives in a previous class. Students who have taken calculus in high school may not earn credit for MATH 112 without permission from the instructor.
MEDIA STUDIES
Degree offered: BA
Major: Yes (Media Studies)
Concentrations:
- Film Studies
- Media Production
Total Credits Required for Major: 40
Minor: Yes (See catalogue for requirements)
Total Credits Required For Minor: 20
Courses appropriate for students seeking Foundations credits:
- Art 102: Intro to Digital Art (F5)
- Chinese 220: Contemporary Chinese Cinema (F5, F9)
- History 105: Latin American History through Film (F2i, F3)
- History 105: British Empire through Film (F2i, F3)
- Media Studies 120: Acting for New Media (F5)
- Philosophy 105: Black Mirror and Philosophy (F2i)
- Ancient Mediterranean Studies 285: Ancient Myth, Modern Film (F4)
Courses appropriate for beginning students considering a major:
- Art 102: Intro to Digital Art (F5)
- Chinese 220: Contemporary Chinese Cinema (F5, F9)
- History 105: Latin American History through Film (F2i, F3)
- Media Studies 120: Acting for New Media (F5)
- Philosophy 105: Black Mirror and Philosophy (F2i)
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly:
- Most 100- and 200-level courses close quickly
Courses that must be taken in sequence: NA
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Class selections available this Fall:
- 240 PUBLIC SPEAKING
- 260 ATHLETES, ACTIVISM, AND MEDIA
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- Please contact Sasha Kostina at kostina@rhodes.edu with any questions.
MODERN LANGUAGES & LITERATURES
Degree offered: BA
Majors: Chinese Studies, French and Francophone Studies, German Studies, Russian Studies, and Spanish
Total Credits Required for Major: 36 - 41
Interdisciplinary Major: (See catalogue for requirements) Russian Studies and International Studies
Minors: Chinese Studies, French and Francophone Studies, German Studies, Russian Studies, and Spanish (See catalogue for requirements)
For information on specific language programs, please contact the following Program Directors:
Chinese – Dr. Han Li (hanl@rhodes.edu )
French – Dr. Abou-Bakar Mamah (mamahal@rhodes.edu )
German – Dr. Kathryn Holihan (holihank@rhodes.edu )
Russian – Dr. Sasha Kostina (kostina@rhodes.edu )
Spanish – Dr. Elizabeth Pettinaroli (pettinarolie@rhodes.edu)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- Students planning to fulfill Rhodes’ foreign language degree requirement in a language not previously studied should register for the 101 course in that language.
- All first-year students should begin language study in the first semester if at all possible.
- Students with two or more years of a language in high school (or two or more block-schedule courses) MAY NOT take 101 courses in that language for credit.
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- Required courses for majors vary according to the target language studied.
Required courses in other departments:
- Chinese Studies majors and minors require courses in other departments. Please consult the Catalogue.
Recommended courses in other departments:
- Individual language sections encourage students to pursue a variety of different courses in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences & Fine Arts.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- In most cases, 202 should be completed by the end of the sophomore year.
AP credit: Yes (See AP Policy in Language Requirements and/or AP Exam Table for details)
Courses that close quickly:
- All language courses in the 101, 102, 201, 202 levels
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- The sequencing of courses varies depending on the language section, but normally 101, 102, 201, 202, 301 must be taken prior to upper-level courses taught in the target language.
Courses not to be taken concurrently:
- Sequenced courses as well as others with pre-requisites that have not yet been completed. Please see the Catalogue for details.
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Varies according to the language section
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- French 101 and 102, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish 101, 102, 201, and in Chinese and Spanish, 202.
- The German major and minor begin at level of entry into the program.
- Please see the major requirements under the appropriate language section description in the Catalogue for additional courses that do not count towards the major.
Class selections available this Fall:
For a complete list of courses in the Chinese, French, German, Russian, and Spanish subject areas, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
Students should look in MLL offerings for regular opportunities to study topics in literature and culture in English translation. These courses most often do not have prerequisites, and usually earn Foundation credits.
In addition to courses offered under Chinese, French, German, Russian, and Spanish headings, MLL offers courses in linguistics (MLL 280), language acquisition pedagogy (MLL 240), internships (MLL 460), and a number of opportunities under the MLL Fellowships heading.
Rhodes’ foreign language proficiency requirement may be fulfilled in any one of the following ways:
- by successfully completing at Rhodes any appropriate four-credit language course numbered 201 or higher.
- by demonstrating proficiency through placement into a language at a level above 201 and approval by the appropriate language faculty, following additional proficiency testing. For languages taught at Rhodes, these proficiency screenings take place in August during Welcome Week. Students who take 201 (or higher) or the equivalent at another institution can earn transfer credit but must still demonstrate proficiency (see above) in the specific language before the degree requirement (F10) is satisfied. This pertains to languages that are taught at Rhodes.
- by achieving proficiency with Advanced Placement credit as defined in the AP/IB Policy (please note that additional proficiency testing is required before AP/IB credits are counted).
Multilingual students may petition to fulfill the requirement with a language not taught at Rhodes via alternative testing. Students must contact the chair of Modern Languages and submit their petition for alternative fulfillment of the F10 no later than the end of their second year.
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 52
Interdisciplinary Major: Music and Psychology (See Catalogue for requirements.)
- Music and Psychology- 64 Credits
Minor: (See Catalogue for requirements.)
- Music Minor- 24 Credits
- Dance Minor- 22 Credits
Certificates: (See Catalogue for requirements.)
- Music Industry Studies: Arts Entrepreneurship- 14 credits
- Music Industry Studies: Content Production- 14 credits
** Students interested in the music major or minor should take the Music Theory Placement Exam. Follow the links on the “New Student” page or contact the Theory Coordinator, Dr. Courtenay Harter (harterc@rhodes.edu), or use this Canvas link (https://rhodes.instructure.com/enroll/TADXTL)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- Applied lessons and/or ensembles* (F5 with 4 semesters)
- Any 100-level course; Fall 2023 courses include: 101 (F5), 103 (F5), 105 (F5), 117 (F5 & F9), 118 (F5 & F9), 119 (F5 & F9), 120 (F3 & F5), 121 (F4 & F5), 150 (F5)
- Courses without prerequisites include all 100-level courses, 222 (F5), and 262 (2 credits)
- 204 Understanding Musicianship (F5) may be taken with appropriate score on the placement test.**
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- MUSC 204 Understanding Musicianship (F5)**
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- MUSC 204 should be started no later than the sophomore year.
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table on pages 11-12 of this guide for details.)
Courses that must be taken in sequence: (See prerequisites in Catalogue.)
-
MUSC 204 is a prerequisite for more advanced courses in Music Theory. See catalogue for a complete listing.
-
MUSC 227 & 228 do not need to be taken in sequence; these are NOT recommended for first-year students.
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Offered only in Fall: 204, 227
- Offered only in Spring: 228
Courses that close quickly:
- 101, 117, 118, 119, 120, 130, 140, 222
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Offered only in Fall: MUSC 204
- Offered only in Spring: MUSIC 228
Courses that close quickly:
- 101, 105, 117, 118, 119, 120, 121, 140, 150, 222
4-Credit Class selections available this Fall:
- 101 MUSIC: A SOUND EXPERIENCE (F5)
- 103 ELEMENTS OF MUSIC (F5)
- 105 URBAN SOUNDSCAPES (F5)
- 117 MUSIC CULTURES OF THE WORLD (F5 & F9)
- 118 AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC (F5 & F9)
- 119 MUSIC OF LATIN AMERICA (F5 & F9)
- 120 THE HISTORY OF THE BLUES (F3 & F5)
- 121 LITERATURE AND MUSIC (F4 & F5)
- 150 DANCE FOR MUSICAL THEATRE (F5 with 4 credits)
- 204 UNDERSTANDING MUSICIANSHIP** (F5)
- 222 MUSIC TECHNHOLOGY & PRODUCTION (F5)
- 251 ADVANCED JAZZ/CONTEMPORARY DANCE (F5 with 4 credits)
- 309 PERFORMANCE & ANALYSIS ** (F2i)
1-Credit Ensembles available this Fall (F5 with 4 credits)
- 181 RHODES ORCHESTRA
- 184 RHODES JAZZ ENSEMBLE
- 186-1 GUITAR ENSEMBLE
- 186-2 DRUM CIRCLE
- 188-1 JAZZ CHAMBER MUSIC
- 188-2 ORCHESTRAL CHAMBER MUSIC
- 189 COLLABORATIVE PIANO
- 190 RHODES SINGERS
- 192 RHODES MASTERSINGERS CHORALE
- 193 RHODES CAMERATA
1-Credit Lessons available this Fall* (F5 with 4 credits)
- All instruments available.
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
*Music Fees:
There are fees connected to Applied Music lessons which are waived if a student has received a Music Talent Award and are registered in an appropriate large ensemble, or once a music major or minor have been officially declared. (Please see the College Catalogue for complete information on fees.) Also, if you need financial aid for this fee, please see the Chair, Dr. Carole Blankenship.
Degree offered: BS
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 54-58
Minor: No
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- See below
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- BIOL 130, 131L Biology I (F7). Recommended for the Fall semester, 1st year.
- BIOL 140, 141L Biology II. Recommended for the spring semester, 1st year.
- PSYC 150 Introduction to Psychological Science (F8). Recommended for the Fall or spring semester, 1st year.
- CHEM 120, 120L Foundations of Chemistry (F7). Recommended for second year, or second semester of first year.
- NEUR 270: We recommend that students take BIOL 130 & 140, as well as PSYC 150 before taking NEUR 270. Hence, the ideal time to take this course is during the first semester of students' second year. However, if students have taken PSYC 150 already, then BIOL 140 can be taken concurrently with NEUR 270 (although not recommended).
- Neuroscience breath and elective courses are recommended for second year or later.
- PSYC 211 or MATH 211 Statistics. Recommended any time that fits into student schedules.
- Neuroscience depth courses should be taken after completing the introductory course requirements, preferably during the third and/or fourth year. Having NEUR 270 before taking depth courses is not a prerequisite to these courses, but is highly recommended.
Required courses in other departments:
• See above
Recommended courses in other departments:
• See above
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Sophomore year because of the sequential nature of the major and competition for seats in the Biology and Psychology courses with their majors. Therefore, students should have completed PSYC 150, BIOL 140+Lab and/or CHEM 120, and NEUR 270 by the spring semester of their sophomore year.
- If students have already taken the introductory Biology, Chemistry, and Psychology courses, they can still take NEUR270 in their junior year and graduate on time, although this is not recommended.
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table on pages 11-12 of this guide for details.)
Courses that close quickly:
- Most, if not all, upper-level courses.
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- NEUR 270 and the depth classes require successful completion of either BIOL 140 + 141 or PSYC 150 as specified. NEUR 318 requires completion of either NEUR 270 or PSYC 200.
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- BIOL 105, 120, 200, 201, 202, 206, 209, 212, 214, 240, 250, 252-254, 301, 315, 330, 350, 360, 380, 460
- PSYC 105, 200, 222, 225, 229, 230, 309, 311, 323, 330, 338, 350-352, 399, 460
Class selections available this Fall:
- Check Workday
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
In their first year, prospective Neuroscience majors should try to take both BIO 130/131L and 140/140L and PSYC 150. This will provide the most flexibility in their 4-year plan. We also recommend that prospective majors take both the introductory Biology and the introductory Psychology courses before taking NEUR 270. Students intending on majoring are strongly encouraged to have completed NEUR 270 within their first two years.
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 44
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- PHIL 105.01 Force of Reason (F2i) While desires and passions obviously can overwhelm our reason and our sympathy for others, less obvious is that reason also has a force. In this course, we will experience the force of reason through a careful examination of difficult questions: What and how do we know? Does human life have any meaning? Who am I? Is there a God? Do I have free will? Are there absolute moral goods and evils? The philosophers we will be reading include Plato, Aristotle, Lucretius, Rene Descartes, Blaise Pascal, John Locke, Niccolò Machiavelli, and Friedrich Nietzsche.
- PHIL 105.02 Black Mirror and Philosophy (F2i). Students in this course use Black Mirror episodes to investigate philosophical topics such as the moral status of animals, the ethics of creating “better” humans, machine consciousness, personal autonomy, digital ethics and more. Throughout the course, students will learn key argumentation and writing skills.
- PHIL 105.03 Black Mirror and Philosophy (F2i). Students in this course use Black Mirror episodes to investigate philosophical topics such as the moral status of animals, the ethics of creating “better” humans, machine consciousness, personal autonomy, digital ethics and more. Throughout the course, students will learn key argumentation and writing skills.
- PHIL 110. Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (F2i, F8) This is also the introductory course for the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics major.
- PHIL 200. Critical Reasoning (F6)
- PHIL 222. Ethics (F1)
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- 200 Critical Reasoning (F6)
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Fall semester of Junior year
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly:
- All PHIL classes tend to close quickly.
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- None, though we recommend taking Introduction to Philosophy (105) and Critical Reasoning (200) early.
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- Our 101 courses are restricted to first and second-year students
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Class selections available this Fall:
- 105 INTRO SEMINAR IN PHILOSOPHY
- 110 PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS, & ECON
- 200 CRITICAL REASONING
- 222 ETHICS
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- Philosophy courses focus on helping students develop their critical reasoning and writing skills, which are essential for college success. Many of our majors use their philosophy background as a foundation for other graduate level programs such as law school or medical school. Indeed, Philosophy majors routinely score among the highest compared to other undergraduate majors on the LSAT.
- Students interested in Philosophy are encouraged to discuss their interests with any Philosophy faculty member. Philosophy faculty members include Profs. Daniel Cullen, Steve Wirls, Rebecca Tuvel, Erin Dolgoy, and Jared Millson.
PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS & ECONOMICS
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 48
Minor: No
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- ECON 100, PPE 110 (cross-listed as PHIL 110)
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- ECON 100, PPE 110 (cross-listed as PHIL 110)
Required courses in other departments:
- ECON 100, and 323
- ECON 201 or 202
- INTS 310 or 311
- PHIL 110, 225, and 345
- One of the following research methods courses: ECON 290, INST 270, PLAW 270
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule: NA
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table on pages 11-12 of this guide for details.)
Courses that close quickly:
- PHIL 110, PHIL 225
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- ECON 100 is a pre-requisite for all other ECON courses in the major.
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Class selections available this Fall:
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- Students interested in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) are encouraged to discuss their interests with one of the P.E. Program faculty members. For the 2022-23 academic year, P.E. Program faculty members are Professors Shameel Ahmad (ECON), Stephen Ceccoli (INTS), Courtney Collins (ECON), Daniel Cullen (PHIL), Rebecca Tuvel (PHIL) and Stephen Wirls (PHIL).
PHYSICS
Degree offered: BS
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 51
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- 101 Astronomy (F7). Designed for non-science majors. Lecture and required laboratory (102) must be taken together.
- 107 Physics of Sound and Music (F7). Designed for non-science majors.
- 109-110 Introductory Physics for the Life Sciences I and II (F7). Lecture and required laboratory (lab 113-114) must be taken together.
- 111-112 Introductory Physics for the Physical Sciences I and II (F6, F7). Lecture and required laboratory (113-114) must be taken together.
Courses appropriate for beginning students considering as a major:
- 111-112 Introductory Physics for the Physical Sciences I and II.
- (F6, F7). Lecture and required laboratory (113-114) must be taken together.
- A course in differential calculus must be satisfied in high school or by Mathematics 112 Differential Calculus.
Class Sections available this Fall:
- 109 Introductory Physics for the Life Sciences I
- 111 Introductory Physics for the Physical Sciences I
- 113 Introductory Physics Laboratory I
Required courses in other departments:
- Mathematics 122 Integral Calculus (F6)
- Mathematics 223 Multivariable Calculus (F6)
Recommended courses in other departments:
- Computer Science 141 (F6)
- Mathematics 251, 261 (F6)
- Chemistry 120 and required laboratory 125 (F7)
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Fall semester of sophomore year
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table on pages 11-12 of this guide for details.)
Courses that close quickly:
- 102 Astronomy (F7)
- 107 Physics of Sound and Music (F7)
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- 109-110 Introductory Physics for the Life Sciences I and II (F7)
- 111-112 Introductory Physics for the Physical Sciences I and II (F6, F7)
Courses not to be taken concurrently:
- See course prerequisites in College Catalogue.
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- All courses
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- 101 Astronomy (F7)
- 105 Topics in Physics (F7)
- 107 Physics of Sound and Music (F7)
Class selections available this Fall:
- PHYS 101 ASTRONOMY
- PHYS 102 ASTRONOMY LAB
- PHYS 109 INTRO PHYSICS-LIFE SCIENCES
- PHYS 111 INTRO PHYSICS-PHYSICAL SCIENCE
- PHYS 113 INTRO PHYSICS LABORATORY I
- PHYS 211 MODERN PHYSICS
- PHYS 213 INTERMEDIATE LABORATORY
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- The appropriate lab for 109 and is 113. Likewise, the appropriate lab for 110 and 112 is 114.
- For potential physics majors, the first course is 111 (and lab 113). This course is calculus-based, thus a background in differential calculus (or concurrent enrollment in Mathematics 112) is necessary.
- For pre-health students not majoring in physics, the first course is 109 (and lab 113). This course is algebra-based and has no co-requisites. Knowledge of algebra and trigonometry is expected.
- 111 is NEVER closed to first-year students. Contact the department if a first-year student has difficulty enrolling in 111.
- For students interested in the dual/degree engineering programs, contact Professor Ann Viano (viano@rhodes.edu x3912) for advice as early as possible.
- 111-112 (and labs 113-114) is required for all dual degree engineering programs and is usually taken in the first year.
- Mathematics 112 (if necessary), 122, 223, 251 are required for all dual degree programs.
Degree offered: BA in Political Science
Tracks: Politics and Law Concentration
Total Credits Required for Major: 44
Interdisciplinary Major: Political Science & International Studies (See Catalogue for requirements)
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students and required for majors:
- PLAW 151 United States Politics (F8, F2i some sections). U.S. Politics is an intensive introduction examining the foundation and purposes of American government in the United States. This course is a requirement for most upper-level coursework in politics and law and is a requirement for the major, minor, and concentration.
Required courses in other departments:
- International Studies 110 (F3 and F8) or 120 (F8)
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Fall semester junior year
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table on pages 11-12 of this guide for details.)
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- PLAW 151 should be taken before other politics and law courses.
- Students should take PLAW 270 (Research Methods) in their sophomore or junior year.
Courses not to be taken concurrently: PLAW 270 must be taken before the senior seminar and should not be taken concurrently.
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- PLAW 151, PLAW 270, and the senior seminar are usually offered at least once a semester. All other courses are offered on a rotating basis.
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- PLAW 262 (Trial Procedures) and PLAW 263 (Mock Trial Participation) do not count toward the major or minor in Political Science but may be counted towards the concentration in Politics and Law.
Class selections available this Fall:
- PLAW 151 UNITED STATES POLITICS
- PLAW 205 INTRO TO PUBLIC POLICY
- PLAW 206 URBAN POLITICS & POLICY
- PLAW 262 TRIAL PROCEDURE
- PLAW 264 RIGHTS OF THE ACCUSED
- PLAW 270 RESEARCH METHODS
- PLAW 280 TOPIC: STATE AND LOCAL POLITICS
- PLAW 283 TOPIC: CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
- PLAW 308 POLITICAL ADVERTISING
- PLAW 386 TOPIC: UTOPIAN POLITICAL PRACTICE/THOUGHT
For a complete list of courses, please check the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
PLAW 262/263 is required for any student who wants to participate in mock trial. Students who plan to compete in mock trial are required to take 262 in the fall semester of the year that they intend to compete. Students who have been selected for mock trial teams should enroll in PLAW 263 in the spring semester. PLAW 262/263 will count towards the concentration in Politics and Law.
PLAW 264 (Rights of the Accused) counts towards the major, minor, and the concentration.
PLAW 099 (AP credit) does not count towards the major, minor, or concentration but counts as elective credits towards the total credit count required for graduation.
For fall 2023, the following courses may be used to fulfill the political thought requirement if offered:
- PLAW 386 TOPIC: UTOPIAN POLITICAL PRACTICE/THOUGHT
- PHIL 201 ANCIENT PHILOSOPHY (F1)
- PHIL 216 PHILOSOPHY OF LAW
- PHIL 221 MONEY, MARKETS, AND MORALS
- PHIL 225 JUSTICE EQUALITY AND LIBERTY
- PHIL 301 PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS, and POWER
- PHIL 345 MODERN POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY
- HUM 201:03 SEARCH-Politics Track (F1)
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 44
Interdisciplinary Majors (See Catalogue for requirements.)
- Music and Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Educational Studies
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- Psychology courses numbered below 200 have no prerequisites.
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- Topics in Psychology PSY 105 (F8 some sections). Courses numbered below 150 are designed to introduce students to psychology in the context of one particular issue or problem. One of these courses can count toward the major, but they are designed for non-majors.
- Introduction to Psychological Science PSY 150 (F8). Most upper-level psychology courses require this course as a prerequisite. Non-majors interested in further study in the department or in psychology-related careers should enroll in this course. Students interested in medical school should also enroll in this course.
- Research Methods and Statistics PSY 200. Required of all majors and minors. Students will be taught critical thinking and scientific reasoning, basic experimental design, and elementary statistics. Students planning to major in psychology should take this as soon as possible.
- Statistical Methods PSY 211 (F6). Required of all majors. Statistical methods are an integral part of social sciences, particularly psychology, as they provide the tools that are needed to reveal patterns in complex behavior. Students will develop an appreciation of the role of statistics and knowledge of the major tests that demonstrate differences and relationships. Students planning to major in psychology should take this class as soon as possible.
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments:
- Recommended courses vary depending on the student′s career goals.
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- First semester of second year.
AP credit: Yes (See AP Exam table for details.)
Courses that close quickly:
- Most psychology courses close quickly.
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- 200 should be taken after 150
- 200 and 211 can be taken in any order or concurrently
- All 300 level courses should be taken after 150, 200 and 211
- Advanced Topics in Research Methods (350 – 352) must be taken in the Junior Year
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major:
- A second 105 Topics course
Class selections available this Fall:
- PSYC 150 INTRO TO PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
- PSYC 200 RESEARCH METHODS & STATISTICS
- PSYC 211 STATISTICAL METHODS IN PSYCH
- PSYC 220 PSYCHOLOGY OF HEALTH
- PSYC 224 PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS
- PSYC 229 INFANT & CHILD DEVELOPMENT
- PSYC 231 PSYCHOLOGY OF AGING
For a complete list of courses available this Fall, please see the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes: NA
Degree offered: BA
Tracks: NA
Total Credits Required for Major: 36
Minor: Yes (See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students (First Year Students ONLY):
- 101 The Bible: Texts and Contexts (F1)
- 102 The Bible: Texts and Contexts (F1, F2i)
- Note: The entire sequence must be taken during the first year and must be completed before taking any RELS 200-level course
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students: NA
Required courses in other departments: NA
Recommended courses in other departments: NA
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Second semester sophomore year
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly:
- All 100- and 200-level courses
Courses that must be taken in sequence:
- 255 and 256 are recommended, but not required, to be taken in sequence.
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations:
- 101 The Bible: Texts and Contexts - Fall semester
- 102 The Bible: Texts and Contexts - Spring semester
- 485 Senior Seminar - Spring semester
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Class selections available this Fall:
- RELS 101 THE BIBLE: TEXTS AND CONTEXTS
- RELS 232 SOCIAL ISSUES IN ETHICAL AND RELIGIOUS PERSPECTIVE
- RELS 233 PAIN, SUFFERING, AND DEATH
- RELS 251 METHODS AND THEORIES IN THE STUDY OF RELIGION
- RELS 256 RELIGION: METHODS AND THEORIES
- RELS 258 TOPICS: HISTORY OF RELIGIONS
- RELS 276 TOPICS IN HEBREW BIBLE/OT
For a complete list of courses available this Fall, please see the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- First-year students need to take a whole year of F1 courses at the 101 and 102 levels. Students should not register for any other RS courses in their first year, with rare exceptions, and in no case for any RS courses in their first semester.
- If a student wishes to major or minor in Religious Studies, either RELS 101-102 or HUM 101-102 will constitute the first required courses. A student not in the Life track who plans to major or minor in Religious Studies should take HUM 201, Religious Studies track, in his or her sophomore year.
- Students who have completed the first-year 101-102 sequence should not enroll in another RELS 101-102 class in a sub-sequent year.
Degree offered: BA in Urban Studies and Health Equity(two majors)
Total Credits Required for Major: 44
Minor: Yes, Urban Studies and Urban & Health Equity(See Catalogue for requirements.)
Courses appropriate for beginning students:
- 201 Introduction to Urban Studies (F8, F11)
Courses required for majors and appropriate for beginning students:
- 201 Introduction to Urban Studies (F8, F11)
Required courses in other departments:
- N/A
Recommended courses in other departments:
- N/A
Latest time to begin a major and graduate on schedule:
- Spring of second year
AP credit: No
Courses that close quickly:
- 201 Introduction to Urban Studies (F8, F11)
Courses that must be taken in sequence: NA
Courses not to be taken concurrently: NA
Courses with time-of-year limitations: NA
Courses that don’t count toward a major: NA
Class selections available this Fall:
- URBN 201 INTRO TO URBAN STUDIES
- URBN 235 PRIN OF PUBLIC HEALTH
- URBN 262 MUSIC & COMMUNITY IN MEMPHIS
- HLEQ 210 Intro to Health Equity
For a complete list of courses available this Fall, please see the Fall Course Schedule in Workday.
Additional Notes:
- Students interested in majoring or minoring in Urban Studies or Health Equity should enroll in 201: Introduction to Urban Studies, in their first year or fall of second year.
- Students interested in Urban Studies or Health Equity are encouraged to contact Professor Thomas (thomase@rhodes.edu), Chair of Urban Studies, to learn more about the program.