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2026-2027 College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Mark Walling, Dean

Department of English & Languages
Department of History
Department of Politics, Law & Society
Department of Professional Programs in Human Services
Native American Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Department of Art, Design, Media & Communication
Department of Performing Arts

Department of English & Languages

Majors Offered
English - Bachelor of Arts
English (Teacher Certification) - Bachelor of Arts

Minors Offered
English
Humanities

Course Prefixes
2026-2027 English (ENG) Courses
2026-2027 French (FREN) Courses
2026-2027 German (GER) Courses
2026-2027 Humanities (HUM) Courses
2026-2027 Latin (LATIN) Courses
2026-2027 Philosophy (PHIL) Courses
2026-2027 Russian (RUSS) Courses
2026-2027 Spanish (SPAN) Courses

Departmental Information
The Department of English and Languages offers a major in English. It offers minors in English and Humanities, as well as course work in additional languages. Students in the department’s major and minor programs enhance their reading and writing skills important in a variety of careers, absorb the cultural understanding necessary for success in a diverse society, and develop the critical thinking skills which will lead to professional and advanced academic success.

The major in English is appropriate for many professional and cultural objectives. By properly selecting courses, students may prepare for a variety of options:

graduate work in literature, writing, or linguistics;
certification for secondary teaching;
professional work in creative, expository, and technical writing; or
professional study in such areas as law or technical communication.

Because of the comprehensive variety of courses offered, students have opportunity within the major to explore areas of special interest: for example, American, British and World literatures, the English language, or technical and creative writing.

English Program
The Department of English and Languages offers undergraduate majors in English and English Teacher Certification. English majors develop broad cultural awareness and advanced reading and writing skills through study of poetry, drama, fiction, film, and critical theory. Additional study of creative and persuasive writing, and grammar and linguistics prepares students for graduate study in literature, rhetoric and composition, creative or technical writing, linguistics, or for study of law. English Teacher Certification majors take additional courses in methods of teaching English to attain state certification qualifying them to teach English at the middle and high school levels. The department also offers minors in English and Humanities.

Languages
The department offers basic courses in French, Spanish, and Russian. All foreign language studies provide awareness of the culture of the language and insight into the unique world view of different languages.

Humanities
The department offers a minor in the humanities, those branches of learning which deal with what is fundamentally human self-consciousness, language, reason, creativity, human values and aspirations. The department and the college offer a wide range of humanities courses to serve the minor and satisfy university general education requirements. Examples include courses in literature, film, language, history, philosophy, religion, art, music, and theater.

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2026-2027 English - Bachelor of Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40-hour general education program.

Required Core Courses (18 Credit Hours)
ENG 3143 Introduction to Film
ENG 3193 Persuasive Writing & Logic
ENG 3213 Shakespeare
ENG 3363 Critical Approaches to Literature
ENG 4013 Grammar & Linguistics
ENG 4883 Publication & Portfolio Capstone

Required English Survey Electives (12 Credit Hours)
Four (4) of the following survey courses, including one from each category. Select one additional survey from American, British or World Literature.

American Literature
ENG 2433 American Literature to 1865
ENG 2433 American Literature since 1865

British Literature
ENG 2643 British Literature to 1800
ENG 2653 British Literature since 1800

World Literature
ENG 3913 World Literature to 1700
ENG 3923 World Literature since 1700
HUM 2323 Global Literatures

Senior-Level Electives (6 Credit Hours)
ENG 4000-Level
ENG 4000-Level

Any English Electives (6 Credit Hours)
ENG - any course
ENG - any course

Related Work (6 Credit Hours)
One 3-hour foreign language course
One additional 3-hour foreign language course (sequential preferred)
Students should consult with program advisor when selecting courses.

General Electives (32-38 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
A minor program of study is not required for this major. The OSRHE computer proficiency graduation requirement can be fulfilled by taking ENG 3183 Professional and Technical Writing as an elective.

2026-2027 English Check Sheet
2026-2027 English 4-Year Plan

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2026-2027 English (Teacher Certification) - Bachelor of Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40-hour general education program.

Required Course Courses (18 Credit Hours)
ENG 3143 Introduction to Film
ENG 3193 Persuasive Writing & Logic
ENG 3213 Shakespeare
ENG 3363 Critical Approaches to Literature
ENG 4013 Grammar & Linguistics
ENG 4883 Publication & Portfolio Capstone

Required for English Teacher Certification Concentration (6 Credit Hours)
ENG 3733 Teaching Literature in Secondary School
ENG 4723 Teaching of Grammar and Composition in Secondary School

Required English-Teacher Certification Electives (12 Credit Hours)
Four (4) of the following survey courses, including one from each category. Select one additional survey from American, British or World Literature.

American Literature
ENG 2423 American Literature to 1865
ENG 2433 American Literature since 1865

British Literature
ENG 2643 British Literature to 1800
ENG 2653 British Literature since 1800

World Literature
ENG 3913 World Literature to 1700
ENG 3923 World Literature since 1700
HUM 2323 Global Literatures

Senior-Level Electives (3 Credit Hours)
ENG 4000-Level

English Elective (3 Credit Hours)
ENG - any course

Related Work (12 Credit Hours)
One 3-hour foreign language course
One additional 3-hour foreign language course (sequential preferred)
COMM 1113 Fundamentals of Human Communication
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology

Minor/Professional Education (30 Credit Hours)
Professional Education is used for the minor and no other minor is required for this major.

General Electives (0-8 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
The OSRHE computer proficiency graduation requirement will be met through the completion of the courses EDUC 4611 Field Experiences III and EDUC 4632 Education Technology (including equated or substituted courses), both of which are required courses in the professional education sequence.

2026-2027 English (Teacher Cert.) Check Sheet
2026-2027 English (Teacher Cert.) 4-Year Plan

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2026-2027 Minor in English (18 Credit Hours)

Select 18 hours from the following list:
ENG 2423 American Literature to 1865
ENG 2433 American Literature since 1865
ENG 2643 British Literature to 1800
ENG 2653 British Literature since 1800
ENG 3213 Shakespeare
ENG 3913 World Literature to 1700
ENG 3923 World Literature Since 1700
ENG 3143 Introduction to Film
ENG 3363 Critical Approaches
ENG 4523 Amer Lit (Subject named in title listing)
ENG 4543 British Lit (Subject named in title listing)
ENG 4553 World Lit (Subject named in title listing)
ENG 4813 Special Topics in Literature (Subject named in title listing)
ENG 4013 Grammar and Linguistics
ENG 4823 Special Topics in Language (Subject named in title listing)
ENG 2243 Introduction to Creative Writing
ENG 3373 Creative Writing: Genre (Subject named in title listing)
ENG 3113 Advanced Writing
ENG 3183 Technical and Professional Writing
ENG 3193 Persuasive Writing and Logic
ENG 3343 Composing Theories and Practices
ENG 4643 Internship (Subject named in title listing)
Note: ENG 1113 and ENG 1213 are not included in eligible courses for the minor.
Note: At least six credit hours counted toward the minor must be earned at the 3000-4000 level. Three hours of 3000-4000 level work must be earned from ECU to complete the minor residency requirement.

2026-2027 Minor in English Check Sheet

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2026-2027 Minor in Humanities (18 Credit Hours)
One of the courses taken to satisfy General Education requirements may apply toward the Humanities minor. Students will need 15 additional hours beyond the General Education requirements to complete the Humanities minor.

Select one of the following (3 Credit Hours):
HUM 2113 General Humanities I; OR
HUM 2123 General Humanities II

Select three courses from the following (9 Credit Hours):
Any general education course from the Cultural and Aesthetic Awareness (CA) category.

AND/OR - select from any of the following

ANTH 2713 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
ART 2253 Art History Survey II
ART 4213 History of Art-Contemporary
ART 4983 Seminar in Art (Subject named in title listing)
COMM 3403 Theatre History Survey
COMM 4423 Intercultural Communication
ENG 2423 American Literature to 1865
ENG 2433 American Literature since 1865
ENG 2643 British Literature to 1800
ENG 2653 British Literature since 1800
ENG 3143 Introduction to Film
ENG 3363 Critical Approaches
MCOM 1733 Introduction to Mass Media
THEA 2333 Theatre in Life
Any ENG 4000 course
Any HIST (except HIST 3883)
Any Language (up to 6 hours)

Select any two 4000-level courses from the following subject prefixes (6 Credit Hours):
ART, COMM, ENG, HIST, HUM, or PHIL

Note: Must earn at least three hours of upper division work at ECU to complete the minor residency requirement.

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Department of History

Majors Offered
History - Bachelor of Arts
History (Teacher Certification) - Bachelor of Arts

Minors Offered
History
Oklahoma Studies

Course Prefixes
2026-2027 History (HIST) Courses
2026-2027 Social Studies (SOSTU) Courses

Department Information
Success in any career today demands flexibility based in three skill areas: the ability to think critically, the ability to analyze information from a variety of sources and apply that analysis to solving problems, and the ability to communicate that analysis to others. These skills are particularly critical for careers in law, government, business, teaching, medicine, as well as for success in graduate or professional school.

Founded solidly in the tradition of liberal arts, the Department of History at East Central University emphasizes developing these skills. Each History and Native American Studies major may, with the help of faculty, tailor a program to best match individual career and intellectual interests. The department offers degrees in History, and History (Teacher Certification). In addition, the department offers courses in Native American Studies.

History Program
History offers students the richness of past experience to comprehend more lucidly humanity’s progress and setbacks, great accomplishments and tragic failures. Historical study teaches judgment, examines values, and explores issues and events; it uncovers the sources of creativity and stagnation during the entire course of civilization’s evolution. The significance of the past and its meaning for the possibilities of the present and future become a powerful tool of analysis and interpretation. The History program offers a wide range of courses in United States history, European history, and World history. A student may major or minor in history, selecting an area of concentration for either a BA or a BA with teacher certification

History as a major combined with other disciplines, provides excellent preparation for a productive and meaningful personal and professional life. Majors utilize their skills to teach history and related courses in elementary and secondary school. Graduates may also pursue advanced degrees in history in order to teach and conduct research at the college level. History majors also continue their education in other graduate and professional programs such as journalism, law, management, and public administration. Graduates also seek careers in business, public service, and informational and research positions.

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2026-2027 History - Bachelor of Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program.

Required Core Courses (21 Credit Hours)
HIST 1113 Foundations of Western Civilization
HIST 1123 Modern Western Civilization
HIST 2483 U.S. History Survey to 1877
HIST 2493 U.S. History Survey since 1877
HIST 3333 Vistas in World History
HIST 3343 Vistas in U.S. History
HIST 3883 Writing in History

Required History Electives (21 Credit Hours)
Twenty-one (21) hours 3000-4000 level History Courses

Special Requirements
An earned grade of C or higher is required for all History courses to be counted in the History major.

2026-2027 History Check Sheet
2026-2027 History 4-Year Plan

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2026-2027 History (Teacher Certification) - Bachelor of Arts
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program.

Required for Teacher Certification Concentration (3 Credit Hours)
HIST 2213 Oklahoma History

Required History Electives (18 Credit Hours)
Select 18 credit hours of 3000-4000 level History courses in consultation with a program advisor.

Related Work (21 Credit Hours)
COMM 1113 Fundamentals of Human Comm
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology
SOSTU 4873 Methods in Secondary Social Studies

Complete requirements in each of the following areas that have not been counted for General Education credit:

1. Economics
Select one of the following:
ECON 2003 Principles of Macroeconomics
ECON 2013 Principles of Microeconomics

2.) Geography
Select one of the following:
GEOG 1113 Elements of Human Geography
GEOG 2513 World Regional Geography

3.) Political Science
Select one of the following:
LSPS 3113 Constitutional Law: Issues of National Power
LSPS 3133 Civil Rights & Liberties
LSPS 3143 First Amendment Law
PS 3413 The U.S. Legislatures
PS 3633 The U.S. Presidency
PS 3723 Oklahoma Politics
PS 3913 International Relations

4.) Anthropology & Culture
ANTH 2713 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

Minor/Professional Education (30 Credit Hours)
Professional Education is used as the minor and no other minor is required.
EDUC 2402 Survey of Excep. Child
PSYCH 3463 Child & Adolescent Psych
EDUC 2012 Diversity in American Education
EDUC 2613 Foundations of Education Technology
EDUC 2211 Field Experience I
EDPSY 3513 Education Psychology
EDUC 3001 Field Experience II
EDUC 4052 Effective Teaching in Secondary Education
EDUC 4611 Field Experience III
EDUC 4262 Student Teaching Seminar I
EDUC 4282 Student Teaching Seminar II
EDUC 4974 Sup Student Tchng Secondary School
EDUC 4974 Sup Student Tchng Secondary School

General Electives (2 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
An earned grade of C or higher is required of all History courses to be counted in the History major.

2026-2027 History (Teacher Cert.) Check Sheet
2026-2027 History (Teacher Cert.) 4-Year Plan

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2026-2027 Minor in History (18 Credit Hours)

History Electives
Student will select eighteen hours of HIST courses in consultation with an academic advisor.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses do not count in the minor.
Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

2026-2027 Minor in History Check Sheet

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2026-2027 Minor in Oklahoma Studies (18 Credit Hours)

Required Course
HUM 2513 Intro to Oklahoma Cultural Studies

Individual Study Courses
Select one of the following:
ENG 4993 Individual Study in English
HIST 4993 Individual Study in History

Electives
Twelve (12) hours of approved courses in history, English, geography or other areas with significant Oklahoma content. A minimum of 6 of these hours must be in Native American Studies. Courses should be selected in consultation with an academic advisor.

Special Requirement
Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

2026-2027 Minor in Oklahoma Studies Check Sheet

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Department of Politics, Law & Society

Majors Offered
Political Science - Bachelor of Arts
Legal Studies - Bachelor of Science

Minors Offered
Political Science
Legal Studies
Sociology

Certificate Offered
Legal Studies

Course Prefixes
2026-2027 Political Science (PS) Courses
2026-2027 Political Science - Communication (PSCOM) Courses
2026-2027 Legal Studies (LS) Courses
2026-2027 Legal Studies - Political Science (LSPS) Courses
2026-2027 Anthropology (ANTH) Courses
2026-2027 Criminal Justice - Sociology (CJSOC) Courses
2026-2027 Geography - Sociology (GESOC) Courses
2026-2027 Psychology - Sociology (PYSOC) Courses
2026-2027 Sociology (SOC) Courses
2026-2027 Social Studies (SOSTU) Courses

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Department Information
The Political Science and Legal Studies programs offer degrees with very different objectives: the BA in political science and the BS in legal studies. Courses emphasize critical thinking and written and oral communication skills. Classes are typically discussion-based and service learning and simulations are often employed. The legal studies program is much more applied, teaching skills that will be applicable in the law office, such as legal business applications and knowledge of specialty law subjects. Most classes are based on lectures and focused projects. Both programs study the connection between law and politics and both programs are popular avenues to law school. Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law.

A certificate in Legal Studies is attractive to anyone seeking to work in a law office or a law-related setting. Paralegals can be qualified through practice test or coursework. Completing the certificate in legal studies would be a strong platform for future study in the area and provide a tangible credential.

The Department of Politics, Law and Society also offers a wide variety of courses and a minor in sociology. Sociology is the scientific study of the social causes and consequences of human behavior. The subject matter of sociology has a broad range. It includes the study of the intimate family, as well as the hostile mob. Crime and its causes are studied, as well as religion and its influences. Divisions of race and social class are included, as well as the sharing of beliefs in a common culture.

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2026-2027 Political Science - Bachelor of Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program.

Required for Major & General Education (6 Credit Hours)
PS 1113 U.S. Government
PS 2113 Intro to Political Science
This major requires six (6) hours from PS 1113 and PS 2113 be counted toward general education. These courses will also be counted toward the major. Also recommended for general education is MATH 1413.

Required in Major (6 Credit Hours)
PS 3163 Political Science Research Methods
PS 4883 Political Science Capstone

Major Program Electives (24 Credit Hours)
Select 24 credit hours from the following:
LSPS 2153 Introduction to Law
LSPS 4113 International Law
LSPS 4883 Jurisprudence
LSPS 4981-4 Seminar
PS 2213 U.S. Government Issues & Their Politics
PS 2881-4 Special Studies in Government
LSPS 3113 Constitutional Law
LSPS 3133 Civil Rights & Liberties
LSPS 3143 First Amendment Law
PS 3173 Campaigns & Elections
PS 3183 Women in Politics
PS 3193 Tribal Politics
PS 3413 The U.S. Legislatures
PS 3253 Political Philosophy
PS 3613 U.S. Political Thought
PS 3633 The. U.S. Presidency
PS 3723 Oklahoma Politics
PS 3823 Introduction to Public Management
PS 3913 International Relations
PS 4113 Political Parties
PS 4163 Post Soviet-Block Politics
PS 4353 Study of War
PS 4433 Public Policy Making
PS 4513 Modern Political Thought
PS 4823 U.S. Foreign Policy
PS 4941-6 Internship
PS 4981-6 Seminar in Political Science
PS 4991-4 Individual Study in Political Science

Minor (18-21 Credit Hours)
A minor program of study is required for this major.

General Electives (29-32 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses will not count toward this major.

2026-2027 Political Science Check Sheet
2026-2027 Political Science 4-Year Plan

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2026-2027 Legal Studies - Bachelor of Science (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program.

Required for Major (21 Credit Hours)
LS 3223 Legal Research & Writing I
LS 3233 Legal Research & Writing II
LS 3383 Legal Systems & Applications
LS 3563 Civil Procedure & Litigation
LS 4863 Legal Ethics
LS 4943 Legal Internship; OR
LS 3243 Native American Legal Clinic
LSPS 2153 Introduction to Law

Legal Specialty Courses (12 Credit Hours)
Select 12 hours from the following:
LS 4123 Torts
LS 4133 Evidence
LS 4143 Native American Law
LS 4173 Contracts
LS 4183 Real Estate Law
LS 4253 Family Law
LS 4283 Criminal Law
LS 4543 Wills, Estates, Trust & Probate
LS 4653 Administrative Law
LSPS 3143 First Amendment Law
LSPS 3113 Constitutional Law: Issues of National Power
LSPS 3133 Civil Rights & Liberties
LSPS 4113 International Law

Political Science Electives (9 Credit Hours)
Select nine (9) credit hours of political science coursework in consultation with program advisor. Courses selected must be at a more advanced level than PS 1113.

Controlled Electives (12 Credit Hours)
Select 12 hours from the following:
ACCT 2103 Financial Accounting
ACCT 2203 Managerial Accounting
ACCT 3383 Federal Income Tax Accounting
BIOL 2113 Medical Terminology
BUCOMM 3133 Business Comm & Report Writing
BUSLW 3213 The Legal Environment of Business
BUSLW 3253 Business Law
COMM 3213 Persuasion
CRJS 2233 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CRJS 4473 Legal Aspects of Criminal Justice Process
ENG 3193 Persuasive Writing & Logic
HURES 2103 Interviewing Techniques
LS 4143 Native American Law
LS 4981-3 Seminar in Law
LSPS 4883 Jurisprudence
MCOM 3853 Media Ethics & Law
Other PS, LS, LSPS, CRJS or Native American Studies courses not counted above.

General Electives (26 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count toward this major.
A minor program of study is not required for this major.

2026-2027 Legal Studies Check Sheet
2026-2027 Legal Studies 4-Year Plan

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2026-2027 Minor in Political Science (18 Credit Hours)

Required Course
PS 2113 Introduction to Political Science

Electives
Select 15 credit hours of other political science courses (at least 6 hours of 3000-4000 level courses).

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count toward this minor.
Must earn three hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

2026-2027 Minor in Political Science Check Sheet

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2026-2027 Minor in Legal Studies (18 Credit Hours)
The legal studies minor provides students majoring in other degree fields the opportunity to explore law as a discipline at the undergraduate level and study the impact of law on their area of interest. The legal studies minor is open to pre-law students and students from any other discipline enrolled at ECU.

Required Courses
LS 3223 Legal Research & Writing I
LS 3563 Civil Procedure & Litigation
LSPS 2153 Introduction to Law

Electives
Select nine (9) hours of Legal Studies courses at the 3000-4000 level.

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2026-2027 Minor in Sociology (18 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
SOC 1113 Introduction to Sociology
SOC 2113 Social Problems

Electives
Select twelve (12) hours of other sociology courses in consultation with academic advisor.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count toward this minor.

2026-2027 Minor in Sociology

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2026-2027 Legal Studies Certificate (15 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
LSPS 2153 Introduction to Law
LS 3223 Legal Research and Writing I
LS 3233 Legal Research and Writing II
LS 3383 Legal Systems Applications
LS 3563 Civil Procedure and Litigation

2026-2027 Legals Studies Certificate

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Department of Professional Programs in Human Services

Majors Offered
Criminal Justice - Bachelor of Arts
Human Services Counseling - Bachelor of Arts
Human Services Rehabilitation - Bachelor of Arts
Social Work - Bachelor of Social Work

Minors Offered for Department Majors
Addictions
Criminal Justice
Human Services Counseling
Social Work

Minors Offered for Non-Department Majors
Addictions
Human Services Counseling
Social Work

Course Prefixes
2026-2027 American Sign Language - Human Resources (ASLHR) Courses
2026-2027 Criminal Justice-Sociology (CRJS) Courses
2026-2027 Human Resources (HURES) Courses
2026-2027 Human Resources - Psychology - Education (H/P/E) Courses
2026-2027 Social Work (SOWK) Courses
2026-2027 Counseling (COUNS) Courses

Departmental Information
The Department of Professional Programs in Human Services offers educational programs that share the common goal of preparing graduates to work with people in a variety of practice settings. The human services field is one of the most rapidly expanding career fields in America today. The Professional Programs in Human Services Department focuses on those careers which require professional preparation for service to individuals, families, groups, and communities. Degree programs include Human Services, Counseling, Criminal Justice, and Social Work. In addition to a general degree program, the Counseling major may select a concentration in rehabilitation. The Criminal Justice student may choose criminal justice or law enforcement. The Social Work program, through its Child Welfare Professional Enhancement Program, offers students opportunities for guaranteed employment in child welfare. The student may create a degree plan which will prepare them for entry-level employment in a variety of settings.

The objectives for the Department of Professional Programs in Human Services are:
1.) To prepare students educationally for positions in counseling, criminal justice, or social work.
2.) To help supply both the regional and local employee pool for human service agencies and organizations.
3.) To provide students with a sound undergraduate base for graduate study.

Criminal Justice Program
The primary objective of the Criminal Justice degree is to prepare students for beginning professional jobs in the criminal justice system. The curriculum provides a core program of basic courses applicable to all criminal justice fields and specialties. Students gain practical experience through completion of an internship or for those seeking CLEET certification, the Collegiate Officer Program.

Human Services Counseling Program
The primary objective of the Human Services Counseling degree is to prepare students for beginning human services positions in a variety of government, civic, and private and not-for-profit community-based agencies and organizations. These agencies focus on the needs of people experiencing a variety of issues, physical or mental problems, drug or alcohol abuse, aging related concerns, and job-seeking problems. Client groups to be served range from youth and minorities to those in crisis situations. To prepare students for a variety of employment opportunities, the Human Services Counseling curriculum provides the knowledge and skills needed for prevention and problem solving with both individuals and groups.

Concentration in Rehabilitation - The Rehabilitation concentration is designed to prepare students for positions in a variety of federal, state, and community rehabilitation agencies, facilities, and organizations that provide services to individuals with disabilities. Students completing the program have skills in interviewing, case management, planning, intervention, job/career development, and knowledge of the major disability groups, and disability culture.

Students may opt for the concentration in rehabilitation or may seek additional expertise in the field of addictions with the minor in Addictions. The rehabilitation program has various scholarships specific to the rehabilitation program for students. These include assistance through Rehabilitation Services Administration, the Virgil Taylor Scholarship and the Lowell E. Green Scholarship.

Social Work Program
The primary objective of the Social Work education program is to prepare competent and effective generalist social work professionals for entry into direct professional practice positions with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. Students graduating with a degree in social work (BSW) are prepared for employment in many public and private agencies: health care, including hospitals, home health, and hospice; child welfare; mental health; and income maintenance programs. The Child Welfare Professional Enhancement Program provides incentives for social work students pursuing a career in Child Welfare. This program also provides students with an educational foundation for graduate education in social work.

The Social Work Program is nationally accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The curriculum prepares its graduates for generalist practice through mastery of nine core competencies as identified in the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (2008) by the CSWE. These core competencies are: demonstrate ethical and professional behavior, advance human rights and social, racial, economic and environmental justice, engage anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion in practice, engage in practice-informed research and research-informed practice, engage in policy practice, engage with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities, intervene with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities, and evaluate practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.

Minors & Electives
In addition to the degree programs, minors are offered in Addictions, Criminal Justice, Human Services Counseling, Interpreting, Juvenile Justice, and Social Work. Through the informed selection of a minor and elective courses, students may gain more in-depth knowledge in selected areas of interest. Students are encouraged to consult with their faculty advisor in the choice of a minor and elective courses.

Requirements for Admissions to Professional Program in Human Services
Students selecting a major in Professional Programs in Human Services (Human Services, Counseling, Social Work, Criminal Justice) must file an application with their faculty advisors. The application is submitted after the student has successfully completed the appropriate introductory course. (SOWK 2273 - Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare; or COUNS 2183 - Fundamentals of Counseling; or COUNS 2213 - Introduction to Rehabilitation; or CRJS 2233 - Introduction to Criminal Justice)

The criteria for admission are:
1.) Completion of a minimum of 30 semester hours with a minimum overall grade point average of 2.25 on all course work attempted.

2.) Attainment of a “C” or better in Freshman Composition I and II or fulfillment of this requirement by one of the following:

a. Earning a score of 3, 4, or 5 on the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board. A score of 4 or 5 fulfills the ECU requirement for both Freshman Composition I and II;

b. Scoring a 50 or higher on the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) with essay option will fulfill the ECU requirement for Freshman Composition I; there is no CLEP to test out of Freshman Composition II.

3.) Attainment of a “C” or better in the introductory course for the major.

4.) Receive a favorable recommendation by the faculty advisor and/or program faculty members. After full consideration, the applicant is (a) unconditionally admitted, (b) conditionally admitted, (c) not admitted, or (d) deferred, pending additional information.

5.) Conditional admission may be granted to a student below minimum requirements for admission if, based on findings by the advisor and/or program faculty, the student may reasonably be expected to meet admission standards within a specified length of time, no later than one semester prior to internship.

A student denied admission has the right to appeal the decision. The procedure for appeal is found in the ECU Student Handbook or may be obtained from the Department Chair.

*Note: Social work majors not formally admitted to the Program are not permitted to be enrolled in social work courses beyond the introductory and field work courses.

Retention Requirements in Majors

Social Work Major

a. Retention in the Social Work Program is dependent upon the student maintaining his or her fully admitted status in the program, which includes grade point average, personal, professional and academic conduct.

b. Students admitted to the Social Work Major on a “conditional” basis must meet full admission requirements in compliance with the plan developed between the student and their major advisor. Non-compliance with the remediation plan developed between the student and their major advisor, or inability to remediate the deficiency within one semester, will result in denial of admission.

c. An ongoing process of evaluation of admission status is carried out by social work faculty. Social work majors MUST earn a minimum grade of “C” in all major required courses with a prefix of SOWK or COUNS. A student whose admitted status is withdrawn may appeal that decision using the university and Social Work Program appeals process as described in the Social Work Program Handbook.

Human Services Counseling and Criminal Justice Majors
Same requirements as university retention policy.

Requirements for Admission to Internship
Social Work majors in a Professional Programs in Human Services Department degree program are expected to submit an Application for Internship that includes a degree check and an unofficial transcript. Criminal Justice and Human Services Counseling students have the option to complete an internship. Due dates will be announced and posted.

The criteria for admission are:

a. The student applying for internship must have a retention grade point average of no less than 2.50.

b. Completion of all required major courses except internship. Social Work majors will take a 2 hour required integrative seminar, but this course is taken concurrently with the internship.

c. Recommendation for internship by the faculty advisor and/or the program faculty.

A student who has been denied admission to the internship has the right to appeal the decision. The procedure for appeal is outlined in the Internship Application for each major.

Internship Options

Option I - Full Semester - Full-Time Internships (12 Credit Hours)
This option requires full-time student enrollment for one semester. The student will be located at the internship site on a full-time basis. Internships are not available for Social Work Majors during the Summer Semester.

Option II - Full Semester - Part-Time Internship (6 Credit Hours)
This option requires the student to enroll in 6 hours for one semester. The student will be located at the internship site on a part-time basis. The student would need to enroll in additional coursework hours to maintain full time status if desired. This is not an option for Social Work majors.

Option III - Work Experience Exemption - Departmental Approval Required
Students having suitable work experience may petition the Department Chair for exemption from internship. Students not participating in an internship will enroll in an equivalent number of credit hours of approved course work in lieu thereof. This is not an option for Social Work majors. Criminal Justice majors, when appropriate to the degree program, may be eligible to receive up to twelve (12) semester hours credit for having completed a law enforcement academy. Credit may be applied only to the 12-hour internship (see Department Chair for additional information).

Option IV - Classes in Lieu of Internship
Students may take 12 hours of upper-level course work in lieu of internship. This is not an option for Social Work majors.

Option V - The Collegiate Officer Program (COP
The Collegiate Officer Program (COP) offers the Criminal Justice major with a concentration in Law Enforcement the opportunity to become a certified peace or police officer in the State of Oklahoma. Students from other majors may choose to participate in the COP if they meet all eligibility requirements. The Collegiate Officer Program requires completion of selected criminal justice courses, a first aid course, and an eight (8) week skills portion administered by the Department of Professional Programs in Human Services. Additionally, all COP students must complete a thorough criminal background check and MMPI.

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2026-2027 Criminal Justice - Bachelor of Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40-hour General Education program.

Required Core Courses (18 Credit Hours)
CRJS 2233 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CRJS 2253 Adult Correctional Systems
CRJS 2353 Juvenile Justice System
CRJS 3333 Criminal Behavior
CRJS 3443 Criminal Justice Research Methods
CRJS 4473 Legal Aspects of the CJ System

Major Electives (36 Credit Hours)
Select thirty-six (36) credit hours from the following:
CRJS 2453 The Police Function^
CRJS 3423 Introduction to Law Enforcement^
CRJS 3643 Criminal Justice Issues
CRJS 4333 Criminal Investigation I^
CRJS 4343 Criminal Investigation II^
CRJS 4623 Interrogation Techniques^
CRJS 4981-4 Seminar in Criminal Justice
CRJS 3023 Investigative Science
CRJS 3203 Victimology
CRJS 3343 Introduction to Cold Case Investigations
CRJS 3353 Introduction to Forensics
CRJS 3363 Serial Killer Behavioral Analysis
CRJS 3503 Rural Criminology
CRJS 4123 Digital & Multimedia Forensic Evidence
CRJS 4133 Advanced Forensic Science
CRJS 4143 Serial Murder
CRJS 4293 Police Administration^
CRJS 4946 Internship: Criminal Justice
CRJS 4946 Internship: COPS^
COUNS 2103 Interviewing Techniques
COUNS 3183 Case Management Practice
COUNS 3763 Group Process and Practice
SOWK 2083 Human Behavior & Social Environment I
KIN 2273 First Aid^

Other Electives
Six (6) of 3000-4000 level courses in COUNS, SOWK, CRJS, SOC, or PSYCH.

Related Work (6 Credit Hours)
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology
SOC 1113 Introduction to Sociology

General Electives (26 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the degree that is utilized to reach the 120 credit hours required for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student and can be used in completion of a minor, certificate, or additional major.

Special Requirements
^ Denotes a required course for the Collegiate Officer Program
A minor program of study is not required for this major.

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2026-2027 Human Services Counseling - Bachelor of Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40-hour General Education program.

Required Core Courses (12 Credit Hours)
SOWK 2083 Human Behavior & Social Environment I
COUNS 2103 Interviewing Techniques
COUNS 2183 Fundamentals of Counseling
COUNS 3183 Case Management Practice

Required for Counseling Concentration (15 Credit Hours)
COUNS 3203 Vocational Testing & Evaluation
COUNS 3213 Employment & Placement Techniques
COUNS 3763 Group Processes & Practice
COUNS 4443 Counseling Services
COUNS 4453 Intervention Techniques

Required Electives (18 Credit Hours)
Nine hours of 2000-4000 level electives in COUNS, SOWK, CRJS, SOC or PSYCH.
Nine hours of 3000-4000 level electives in COUNS, SOWK, CRJS, SOC or PSYCH, or an additional section of COUNS 4946.

Required electives may include one or two sections of COUNS 4946 Internship-Human Services Counseling

Related Work (6 Credit Hours)
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology
SOC 1113 Intro to Sociology

General Electives (35 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count toward this major.
A minor program of study is not required for this major.

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2026-2027 Human Services Counseling (Rehabilitation) - Bachelor of Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program.

Required for Rehabilitation Concentration (21 Credit Hours)
COUNS 2213 Introduction to Rahab Counseling
COUNS 3083 Med, Soc & Psych Aspects of Disability
COUNS 3203 Vocational Testing & Evaluation
COUNS 3213 Employment & Placement Techniques
COUNS 3763 Group Processes & Practice
COUNS 4443 Counseling Services
COUNS 4453 Intervention Techniques

Required Electives (12 Credit Hours)
Twelve hours of 3000-4000 level electives in COUNS, SOWK, CRJS, SOR, or PSYCH or an additional section of COUNS 4946.

Required electives may include one or two sections of COUNS 4946 Internship-Human Services Counseling

Related Work (6 Credit Hours)
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology
SOC 1113 Intro to Sociology

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count toward this major.
A minor program of study is not required for this major.

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2026-2027 Social Work - Bachelor of Social Work (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program.

Required Courses (46 Credit Hours)
SOWK 2083 Human Behavior & Social Environment I
COUNS 2103 Interviewing Techniques
COUNS 3183 Case Management Practice
COUNS 3763 Group Processes & Practice
SOWK 2273 Intro to Social Work & Social Welfare
SOWK 2521 Prof Skills for Soc Work and Soc Welfare
SOWK 3013 Social Work Practice I
SOWK 3613 Social Welfare Policy & Services
SOWK 3833 Research Methods in Social work
SOWK 4423 Human Behavior & Social Environment II
SOWK4494 Social Work Practices II
SOWK 4892 Integrative Seminar in Social Work
SOWK 4946 Internship in Social Work
SOWK 4976 Internship in Social Work II

Related Work (10 Credit Hours)
The following courses satisfy general education, and must be completed prior to SOWK 2083.
BIOL 1114 General Biology
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology
SOC 1113 Introduction to Sociology

General Electives (34 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
A minor program of study is not required for this major.

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2026-2027 Minor in Addictions - Department Majors (18 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
COUNS 2183 Fundamentals of Counseling
COUNS 3283 Addictions & Society
COUNS 3383 Introduction to Addictions
COUNS 3763 Group Processes & Practice
COUNS 3813 Family Systems, Codependency & Additions
COUNS 4453 Intervention Techniques

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2026-2027 Minor in Addictions - Non-Department Majors (21 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
COUNS 2103 Interviewing Techniques
COUNS 2183 Fundamentals of Counseling
COUNS 3283 Additions & Society
COUNS 3383 Introduction to Additions
COUNS 3763 Group Processes & Practice
COUNS 3813 Family Systems, Codependency & Additions
COUNS 4453 Intervention Techniques

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2026-2027 Minor in Criminal Justice - Department Majors (18 Credit Hours)

Required Course
CRJS 2233 Introduction to Criminal Justice

Electives
Select six (6) hours from the following:
CRJS 2253 Adult Correctional Systems
CRJS 2353 Juvenile Justice Systems
CRJS 2453 The Police Function
CRJS 3423 Introduction to Law Enforcement

Select nine (9) hours from the following:
CRJS 3333 Criminal Behavior
CRJS 3643 Criminal Justice Issues
CRJS 3653 Alternatives to Incarceration
CRJS 4153 Juvenile Program & Settings
CRJS 4293 Police Administration
CRJS 4333 Criminal Investigations I
CRJS 4343 Criminal Investigations II
CRJS 4413 Correctional Programs & Settings
CRJS 4473 Legal Aspects of the Criminal Justice System
CRJS 4623 Interrogation Techniques
CRJS 4981-4 Seminar in Criminal Justice

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper-division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

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2026-2027 Minor in Human Serv. Counseling - Dept. Majors (18 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
COUNS 2183 Fundamentals of Counseling
COUNS 3203 Vocational Testing & Evaluation
COUNS 4443 Counseling Services
COUNS 4453 Intervention Techniques

Electives
Six (6) hours from 2000-4000 level courses in HURES, COUNS, SOWK, CRJS, SOC or PSYCH.

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper-division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

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2026-2027 Minor in Human Serv. Counseling - Non-Dept. Majors (18 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
COUNS 2103 Interviewing Techniques
COUNS 2183 Fundamentals of Counseling
COUNS 3183 Case Management Practice
COUNS 3203 Vocational Testing & Evaluation
COUNS 4443 Counseling Services

Electives
Six (6) hours from 2000-4000 level electives in HURES, COUNS, SOWK, CRJS, SOC or PSYCH.

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper-division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

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2026-2027 Minor in Social Work - Department Majors (18 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
SOWK 2273 Intro to Social Work & Social Welfare
SOWK 2521 Professional Skills for Social & Social Welfare
SOWK 3613 Social Welfare Policy & Services
SOWK 4423 Human Behavior & Social Environment II

Electives
Eight (8) hours of electives approved by Social Work faculty.

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper-division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

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2026-2027 Minor in Social Work - Non-Department Majors (18 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
COUNS 2103 Interviewing Techniques
COUNS 3183 Case Management Practice
SOWK 2273 Intro to Social Work & Social Welfare
SOWK 3613 Social Welfare Policy & Services

Electives
Five (5) hours of electives approved by social work faculty.

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper-division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

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Native American Studies Program

Majors Offered
Native American Studies - Bachelor of Arts

Minors Offered
Native American Studies

Course Prefixes
2026-2027 Chickasaw (CHI) Courses
2026-2027 Choctaw (CHO) Courses
2026-2027 Native American Studies (NAS) Courses

Department Information
ECU offers both a BA and a minor in Native American Studies. Native American Studies is an interdisciplinary program that reflects an awareness of the issues which contemporary native communities and peoples confront. By approaching the multiplicity of Indian cultures from a variety of academic perspectives, a deeper understanding of native societies past and present emerges. It makes use of the strengths of university faculty members in history, archaeology, political science, business, nursing, legal studies, art, English, professional programs in human services, and other disciplines.

We also offer a BA in Native American Studies - Cultural Resource Management (CRM). CRM students learn to manage cultural resources that include heritage and the arts. Archaeology and the study of material culture is central to their work. In addition to understanding Native American history and culture, students pursuing this major will learn about tribal, federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines that impact how we manage cultural resources.

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2026-2027 Native American Studies - Bachelor of Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40-hour General Education program.

General Education
It is recommended that students complete MATH 1413 as part of their general education curriculum.

Required Core Courses (18 Credit Hours)
ANTH 2523 Native Peoples of North America
ANTH 2713 Intro to Cultural Anthropology
NAS 1113 Introduction to Native American Studies
NAS 3003 Tribal Sovereignty & Federal Indian Policy; OR
NAS 3013 Intro to Native American Language; OR
NAS 4983 Indigenous Representations in Film & Documentaries
NAS 4113 Research in Native American Studies
NAS 4223 Internship in Native American Studies

Required Electives (18 Credit Hours)
Other approved hours relating to NAS may be substituted if approved by NAS chair.
ANTH 2003 Intro to Cultural Resource Management
ANTH 3003 Archaeological Theory & Methods
ANTH 4503 Archaeology Field School
ANTH 4981-4 Seminar in Cultural Resource Management
BUS 3013 Native American Economic Development
CHI 1113 - 4113 Chickasaw I - IV
CHO 1113 Choctaw I
ENG 3123 Introduction to Linguistics
LS 4143 Introduction to Native American Law
NAS 2113 Chickasaw Humanities: Comparing Culture
NAS 2123 Chickasaw Humanities: Chickasaw Culture
NAS 2883 Special Studies - Muskogee Creek I
NAS 2884 Special Studies - Potawatomi I
NAS 4981-4 Seminar in Native American Studies
PS 3193 Tribal Politics
SOC 3003 Native American Sociology
SOWK 4113 The indian Child Welfare Act

Minor
A minor is not required for this major. A minor may be selected in consultation with the NAS department chair.

General Electives (46 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses do not count in major.

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2026-2027 Minor in Native American Studies (18 Credit Hours)

Required Course
ANTH 2523 Native Peoples of North America

Electives
Select 15 other hours approved by the Chickasaw Nation Native American Studies Chair.

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

2026-2027 Minor Check Sheet

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Interdisciplinary Studies Program

Majors Offered
Interdisciplinary Studies - Bachelor of Arts

Course Prefix
2026-2027 Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) Courses

Department Information

Eligibility Requirements
The student must have earned at least 60 semester hours.

Admission Requirements
The student must be admitted to East Central University. The student must meet with the Program Director to complete an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) for Interdisciplinary Studies.

Prior Learning
Students in the program may apply transfer credits from other colleges/universities, credit by examination (e.g., CLEP or ECU Challenge Exam), Military and other non-college courses evaluated by the American Council on Education.

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2026-2027 Interdisciplinary Studies - Bachelor of Arts (120 Credits)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40-hour General Education program.

Required Core (12 Credit Hours)
IDS 3113 Interdisciplinary Studies
IDS 3123 Professional Field Experience I
IDS 4123 Professional Field Experience II
IDS 4723 Senior Project

Required Interdisciplinary Courses (33 Credit Hours)
Student will complete 33 semester hours of coursework that is approved in the student's Individual Learning Plan (ILP). The ILP must reflect a coherent plan of study in support of the student's academic and career goals. The ILP must include at least 18 hours of credit from ECU and at least 15 hours must be upper division credit.

Special Requirements
Students seeking a teaching license under Alternative Certification must meet the requirements of the State Department of Education.

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Department of Art, Design, Media & Communication

Majors Offered
Art (Graphic Design) - Bachelor of Fine Arts
Art (Studio Art) - Bachelor of Fine Arts
Art (Teacher Certification) - Bachelor of Fine Arts
Mass Communication (Media Production) - Bachelor of Science
Mass Communication (Strategic Communication) - Bachelor of Science

Minors Offered
Art
Art Therapy Preparation (Fine Arts Majors)
Art Therapy Preparation - Visual Arts (Psych & Human Services Counseling Majors)
Media/Graphic Arts (Mass Comm Majors)
Media/Graphic Arts (Non-Mass Comm Majors)
Mass Communication

Certificates Offered
Mass Communication (Social Media Marketing)

Course Prefixes
2026-2027 Art (ART) Courses
2026-2027 Communication (COMM) Courses
2026-2027 Mass Communication (MCOM) Courses

Department Information
East Central University’s Department of Art, Design, Media & Communication encourages collaboration across disciplines and offers major and minor programs in art and mass communication. In the mass communication programs, students develop creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills through hands-on experiences in photography, video and audio production, podcasting, social media marketing and management, crisis communication, advertising, public relations and emerging digital media. Lecture courses engage students in the historical, ethical, legal, and cultural contexts of media while emphasizing critical thinking, audience engagement, and professional communication practices. In the art programs, students develop a personal, aesthetically based, problem solving approach to the visual arts and acquire skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, graphic design, sculpture, ceramics, and digital media. Lecture courses are designed to engage students in the contextuality of art as a historical dialogue. Facilities in the department include studios for drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, graphic design, photography, audio, and video.

Art Program
The department offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with concentrations in studio art, art education, and graphic design. The concentration in studio art prepares students for careers as artists, studio assistants, artist assistants, printmakers, studio technicians, studio assistants, fabricators, positions in museum settings, or for further study in fine arts graduate programs. The concentration in art education prepares students for positions teaching art in school prekindergarten through grade twelve. The graphic design concentration prepares students for careers including graphic design, typography, layout publication, corporate image design, and motion graphics.

Mass Communication Programs
The department offers a Mass Communication major with concentrations in media production. and strategic communication. Students in the media production concentration develop technical and creative skills to prepare for careers in content creation, media writing and editing, publication design, video and audio production, photography, podcasting, filmmaking, studio broadcasting, sports media, journalism, streaming media, multimedia storytelling, and emerging digital media industries. Students in the strategic communication concentration prepare for careers in strategic communication, public relations, advertising, branding, digital marketing, social media marketing and management, corporate communication, event planning and promotion, and content strategy. Students learn to create effective campaigns, build and manage brands, develop persuasive messaging, analyze audiences, and communicate across traditional and digital media platforms, preparing them for leadership roles in agencies, businesses, government, and non-profit organizations.

Internship Hours
Over the course of a semester, a student might complete 40 logged internship hours per 1 internship course credit hour completed. Internships are offered every semester in 1-3 credit hour courses and may be repeated for additional credit.

Minors & Certificates
Minors are offered in Art, Art Therapy, Media/Graphic Arts, and Mass Communication. There is a certificate in Mass Communication in Social Media Marketing.

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2026-2027 Art - Graphic Design - Bachelor of Fine Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program. The Art major and Graphic Design concentration requires 75 credit hours.

Foundation Core (33 Credit Hours)
ART 1123 Computers for Creatives
ART 1133 Drawing I
ART 1143 Theory & Social Practice
ART 1213 Two Dimensional Design
ART 1313 Three Dimensional Design
ART 2243 Art History Survey I
ART 2253 Art History Survey II
ART 2273 Survey of Multicultural Art
ART 2423 Color Theory
ART 3713 Printmaking I
ART 4213 History of Art Contemporary

Design Core (18 Credit Hours)
ART 2153 Typography I
ART 2943 Principles of Graphic Design
ART 3133 Drawing I
ART 3153 Typography II
ART 3943 Graphic Design I
MCOM 1713 Introduction to Photography

Advanced Design Core (12 Credit Hours)
ART 3303 Motion Graphics
ART 3403 Figure Drawing I
ART 3953 Graphic Design II
ART 3163 Publication Design

Major Electives (9 Credit Hours)
Select three (3) courses from the following:
ART 3143 Drawing III
ART 3413 Figure Drawing II
ART 3903 Figure Drawing III
ART 2113 History of Graphic Design
ART 4113 Motion Graphics II
ART 4981-4 Seminar in Art: Topic TBA
MCOM 1813 Introduction to Video
MCOM 3043 AR/VR Production
MCOM 3063 Emerging Media
MCOM 3333 Intermediate Photography
MCOM 3343 Imaging for Media
MCOM 4223 Social Media Art Photography
MCOM 4323 Multimedia Design Lab
MCOM 4711-3 Professional Internship

Capstone Courses (3 Credit Hours)
ART 4741 Professional Practice I
ART 4841 Professional Practice II
ART 4971 Senior Exhibit

General Electives (5 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count toward this major.
A minor program of study is not required for this major.

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2026-2027 Art -Studio Art - Bachelor of Fine Arts (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program. The Art major and Studio Arts concentration requires 72 credit hours.

Studio Core (15 Credit Hours)
MCOM 1713 Introduction to Photography

Select one course from the following:
ART 3133 Drawing II; OR
ART 3403 Figure Drawing I

Select three courses from the following:
ART 2213 Watercolor 1
ART 2313 Painting I
ART 3513 Sculpture I
ART 3813 Ceramics I
MCOM 3063 Emerging Media

Advanced Design Core (6 Credit Hours)
Select two courses from the following:
ART 3213 Watercolor II
ART 3313 Painting II
ART 3413 Figure Drawing II
ART 3613 Sculpture II
ART 4713 Printmaking II
ART 4813 Ceramics II

Vertical Foundation (9 Credit Hours)
ART 2103 Integrated Studio I
ART 3103 Integrated Studio II
ART 4103 Integrated Studio III

Studio Electives (6 Credit Hours)
Select two course from the following
ART 3133 Drawing II; OR
ART 3143 Drawing III
ART 3623 Sculpture III
ART 3903 Figure Drawing III
ART 4723 Printmaking III
ART 4813 Ceramics II; OR
ART 4823 Ceramics III
ART 4981-4 Seminar in Art: Topic TBA

Capstone Core (3 Credit Hours)
ART 4741 Professional Practice I
ART 4841 Professional Practice II
ART 4971 Senior Exhibit

General Electives (8 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
A minor program of study is not required for this major.

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2026-2027 Art - Teacher Certification - Bachelor of Fine Arts (124 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program. It is recommended that program majors complete MATH 1413 and BIOL 1114 toward their general education requirement. Program majors are required to complete COMM 1113 Fundamentals of Human Communication and PSYCH 1113 General Psychology as part of their general education requirements.

Studio Core (21 Credit Hours)
ART 2313 Painting I
ART 2943 Principles of Graphic Design
ART 3133 Drawing II
ART 3403 Figure Drawing I
ART 3513 Sculpture I
ART 3813 Ceramics I
MCOM 1713 Introduction to Photo

Advanced Design Core (3 Credit Hours)
Select one course from the following:
ART 3313 Painting II
ART 3413 Figure Drawing II
ART 3613 Sculpture II
ART 4713 Printmaking II
ART 4813 Ceramics II
MCOM 3063 Emerging Media

Methods Core (3 Credit Hours)
ART 4513 Art for Secondary Teachers

Related Work (6 Credit Hours)
COMM 1113 Fundamentals of Human Communication
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology

Professional Education (30 Credit Hours)
EDUC 2402 Survey of the Exceptional Child
PSYCH 3463 Child & Adolescent Psychology
EDUC 2012 Diversity in American Education
EDUC 2631 Foundations of Education Technology
EDUC 2211 Field Experience I
EDUPSY 3513 Education Psychology
EDUC 3001 Field Experience II
EDUC 4052 Effective Teaching in Secondary Education
EDUC 4611 Field Experience III
EDUC 4632 Education Technology Integration Strategies
EDUC 4262 Student Teaching Seminar I
EDUC 4282 Student Teaching Seminar II
EDUC 4964 Sup Student Teaching Grades PK-12
EDUC 4964 Sup Student Teaching Grades PK-12

Special Requirements
The OSRHE computer proficiency graduation requirement will be met through the completion of the courses EDUC 4611 Field Experience III and EDUC 4632 Education Technology (including equated or substituted courses), both of which are required courses in the professional education sequence. Student in this major are not required to complete a separate minor.

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2026-2027 Mass Comm - Media Production - Bachelor of Science (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program. The Mass Communication major and Media Production concentration requires 57 credit hours.

Required Core Courses (27 Credit Hours)
ART 1123 Computers for Creatives
MCOM 1733 Introduction to Mass Media
MCOM 2733 Writing for Media I
MCOM 3053 Social Media Management
MCOM 3783 Writing for Media II
MCOM 3853 Media Ethics & Law
MCOM 4012 Career Preparation
MCOM 4611 Senior Portfolio in Mass Comm

Select one course from the following:
MCOM 1713 Introduction to Photography
MCOM 1813 Introduction to Video Production

Select one course from the following:
MCOM 3013 Media Practicum
MCOM 4323 Media Design Lab
MCOM 4711-4 Professional Internship

Required for Media Production Concentration (12 Credit Hours)
MCOM 2753 Introduction to Audio Production

Select one course from the following:
*The course selected must not have been completed toward the core requirements above.
MCOM 1713 Introduction to Photography
MCOM 1813 Introduction to Video Production

Select one course from the following:
MCOM 3333 Intermediate Photography
MCOM 3873 Intermediate Video Production

Select one course from the following:
MCOM 3343 Imaging for Media
ART 2943 Principles of Graphic Design

Major Electives (18 Credit Hours)
Six (6) courses must be completed toward this portion of the major. Any MCOM course not already completed will count toward this requirement. Students may also count any of the following toward the requirement.

ART 3303 Motion Graphics I
ART 3943 Graphic Design I
ART 3953 Graphic Design II
ART 3163 Publication Design
ART 2113 History of Graphic Design
ART 4113 Motion Graphics II
ENG 2243 Introduction to Creative Writing
ENG 3143 Introduction to Film
HUM 2813 Interpreting Film

General Electives (23 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
A minor program is not required for this major.

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2026-2027 Mass Comm - Strategic Communication - Bachelor of Science (120 Credit Hours)
The 120 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program. The Mass Communication major and Strategic Communication concentration requires 57 credit hours.

Required Core Courses (33 Credit Hours)
ART 1123 Computers for Creatives
MCOM 1733 Introduction to Mass Media
MCOM 2733 Writing for Media I
MCOM 3053 Social Media Management
MCOM 3783 Writing for Media II
MCOM 3853 Media Ethics & Law
MCOM 4012 Career Preparation
MCOM 4611 Senior Portfolio in Mass Comm

Select one course from the following:
MCOM 1713 Introduction to Photography
MCOM 1813 Introduction to Video Production

Select one course from the following:
MCOM 3013 Media Practicum
MCOM 4323 Media Design Lab
MCOM 4711-4 Professional Internship

Required for Strategic Communication Concentration (12 Credit Hours)
MCOM 3823 Advertising
MCOM 3893 Public Relations
MCOM 4043 Digital Promotions
MCOM 4013 Crisis Communication

Major Electives (18 Credit Hours)
Six (6) courses must be completed toward this portion of the major. Any MCOM (not already counted toward the major) or MKTG course will count toward this requirement. Students may also count any of the following toward the requirement.

ART 2943 Principles of Graphic Design
ART 3943 Graphic Design I
ART 3953 Graphic Design II
ART 3163 Publication Design
ART 2113 History of Graphic Design
ENG 2243 Introduction to Creative Writing
ENG 3183 Technical and Professional Writing
ENG 3193 Persuasive Writing & Logic

Special Requirements
A minor program is not required for this major.

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2026-2027 Minor in Art (18 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
ART 1133 Drawing I
ART 1213 Two Dimensional Design
ART 1313 Three Dimensional Design

Nine (9) hours from the following:
Painting
Drawing
Watercolor
Sculpture
Ceramics
Printmaking

Non-art majors are highly encouraged to take ART 1123 Computers for Creatives.

Students majoring in ART with a Graphic Design or Art Teacher Certification concentration must take additional hours in art to substitute for ART 1113, ART 1133, ART 1213 and any other art classes used on the major requirements.

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete residency requirement.

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2026-2027 Minor in Art Therapy - Fine Arts (21 Credit Hours)
Fine Arts Majors

Required Courses
COUNS 2103 Interviewing Techniques
COUNS 2183 Fund. of Counseling
COUNS 3083 Medical, Social & Psychological Aspects of Disability
COUNS 3763 Group Processes and Practice
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology
PSYCH 3463 Child and Adolescent Psychology
PSYCH 4133 Abnormal Psychology

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete residency requirement.

2026-2027 Minor Check Sheet

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2026-2027 Minor in Art Therapy - Visual Arts (21 Credit Hours)
Psych & Human Services Counseling Majors

Required Courses
ART 1133 Drawing I
ART 2313 Painting I
ART 3133 Drawing II
ART 3513 Sculpture I
ART 3713 Printmaking I
ART 3813 Ceramics I

Select three (3) hours from the following:
ART 3313 Painting II
ART 3613 Sculpture II
ART 4713 Printmaking II

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete residency requirement.

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2026-2027 Minor in Media/Graphic Arts (18 Credit Hours)
Mass Communication Major

Required Courses (12 Credit Hours)
ART 1133 Drawing I
ART 1213 Two Dimensional Design
ART 2153 Typography I
ART 3943 Graphic Design I

Elective Courses (6 Credit Hours)
ART 3953 Graphic Design II
ART 3153 Typography II
ART 3303 Motion Graphics
ART 3163 Publication Design
ART 2113 History of Graphic Design
ART 4113 Motion Graphics II
ART 3713 Printmaking I
ART 4981-3 Seminar in Art: Graphic Design Topic TBA

Special Requirements
Mass Communication majors must take ART 2943 Principles of Graphic Design and MCOM 3333 Intermediate Photography as two of their major electives. Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

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2026-2027 Minor in Media/Graphic Arts (18 Credit Hours)
Non-Mass Communication Major

Required Courses
ART 1133 Drawing I
ART 1213 Two Dimensional Design
ART 2943 Principles of Graphic Design
ART 2153 Typography I
ART 3943 Graphic Design I
MCOM 1713 Introduction to Photography; OR
MCOM 1813 Introduction to Video

Special Requirements

Students are strongly advised to use elective hours to complete course work in MCOM 3333 Intermediate Photography, ART 3953 Graphic Design II, and/or ART 3153 Typography II.

Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

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2026-2027 Minor in Mass Communication (18 Credit Hours)

Required Course
ART 1123 Computers for Creatives

Select fifteen (15) hours from any Mass Communication courses.

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

2026-2027 Minor Check Sheet

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2026-2027 Certificate in Mass Comm - Social Media Marketing (21 Credit Hours)

Required Core (15 Credit Hours)
MCOM 3053 Social Media Management
MCOM 4013 Crisis Communication
MCOM 4043 Digital Promotions
MCOM 4223 Social Media Art Photography

Required Elective Courses (6 Credit Hours)
Select two from the following:
MCOM 2881-4 Special Studies in Mass Communication
MCOM 3343 Imagine for Media
MCOM 3823 Advertising
MCOM 3893 Public Relations
MCOM 4711-3 Professional Internship
MCOM 4981-3 Seminar in Mass Communication

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Department of Performing Arts

Majors Offered
Music (Instrumental - Teacher Certification) - Bachelor of Science
Music (Instrumental) - Bachelor of Science
Music (Vocal - Teacher Certification) - Bachelor of Science
Music (Vocal) - Bachelor of Science

Minors Offered
Music

Course Prefixes
2026-2027 Music (MUS) Courses
2026-2027 SFA Courses

Departmental Information
The Department of Performing Arts provides a general music education foundation for all students along with individual professional preparation for selected major fields within music.The department also enriches the cultural life of the campus and community. Students are encouraged to participate in band, choral and instrumental ensembles and theatre productions regardless of their major.

Music Program
The Department of Performing Arts offers the following degree programs: the Bachelor of Science degree with music majors in the Instrumental Concentration, the Instrumental Teacher Certification Concentration, the Vocal Concentration, and the Vocal Teacher Certification Concentration. Each area has options designed as preparation for careers in concert, theater, media performance, or as teacher-preparation leading to kindergarten through high school certification. Students who wish to prepare for a career in music business may complete the minor in Business Administration for Music Majors. Other minors and special endorsements in music are also available.

The curriculum has been designed to assist all participating students in reaching their maximum potential. Toward this end, the primary objectives of the undergraduate programs are (1) to further the performance ability in at least one musical medium, (2) to provide future teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary for them to be successful as professional music educators, (3) to allow some “semi-specialization” through courses directed toward instrumental and/or vocal education, and (4) to provide students with a wide range of educational/musical experiences which will encourage continued professional growth.

Applied Music
Individual & Class Instruction Voice, Piano, Organ, Wind, String and Percussion Instruments
Private and class lessons: one semester hour credit for one half-hour private lesson, or two or more half-hour class lessons, with five hours of practice expected per week, for a semester or equivalent time in a shorter term. The course numbers appear as upper or lower level in each of the Applied Music areas, and include one or two credit hours.

Private instruction course numbers for music majors and minors are as follows: 2201 - minor instrument (lower level), 2222 - major instrument (lower level), 3301 minor instrument (upper level), 3332 - major instrument (upper level). Numbers above 4082 indicate study completed beyond eight terms. The course description for all private instruction is “The study of solo vocal and instrumental literature of different historical periods and styles, and of diction in English, French, German, and Italian.”

Other Important Information for Music Majors

Participation in a music ensemble designed by the department as appropriate for the student's degree program is required each fall and spring semester at ECU, except for the student teaching semester of music education majors.
Music majors must successfully complete eight semesters of MUS 1000 Performing Arts Recital (zero hours of credit, graded P/NP) for the Bachelors of Science-non-teacher certification, and seven semesters for the Bachelors of Science-teachers certification. Additional information, including modification of the requirement for transfers who were music majors at their previous institution, is given in the Music Department Handbook.
Proficiency tests in Piano, in Theory and in Applied Music must be taken at the end of the sophomore year or its equivalent; transfer students must take these proficiency tests during their first week of classes at ECU. Re-examination will be permitted, but the tests must be passed before the senior recital. In Applied Music, a Proficiency Jury must be passed in order to enroll in 3000-level courses.
ECU requires all music majors to complete a senior recital. The recital sequence requires performing and passing a preview recital at least 30 days prior to the senior recital. The requirement cannot be fulfilled through transfer credit. The student's passing grade will indicate successful completion of the recital in the final semester.
Students declaring a Music major starting in the fall of 2015 or later, must successfully complete two semesters of SFA 1000 Cultural Attendance (zero hours of credit, graded P/NP).

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2026-2027 Music (Instrumental) Teacher Cert. - Bachelor of Science (135 Credit Hours)
The 135 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program. The major has two required general education courses, which can be found below under Related Work.

Required Music Core (12 Credit Hours)
MUS 1000 Performing Arts Recital (enroll each semester)
MUS 1113 Music Theory & Ear Training I
MUS 1133 Music Theory & Ear Training II
MUS 1233 Music Theory & Ear Training III
MUS 3113 Music Theory & Ear Training IV
SFA 1000 Cultural Attendance (must pass two times)

Required Core Courses (53 Credit Hours)
MUS 1511 Class Instruction in Brass Instruments
MUS 1611 Class Instruction in Woodwind Instruments
MUS 1711 Class Instruction in String Instruments
MUS 1811 Class Instruction in Percussion Instruments
MUS 2111 University Singers (enroll two semesters); OR
MUS D2131 Vocal Ensembel - Univ. Chorale
MUS 2211 Band (enroll for 7 semesters)
MUS 2422 Intro to Music Education
MUS 3211 Principles of Conducting
MUS 2433 World Music
MUS 3232 Marching Band Techniques
MUS 3633 History of Music Through Bach
MUS 3643 History of Music Since Bach
MUS 3831 Instrumental Conducting
MUS 3831 Instrumental Conducting
MUS 4113 Musical Form & Analysis
MUS 4412 Music in the Elementary School
MUS 4432 Instrumental Music in the School
MUS 4512 Admin of the Instrumental Music Prog
Major Instrument (eight hours)
Minor Instrument (three hours)
Piano (four hours)

Related Work (6 Credit Hours)
Required General Education Courses
COMM 1113 Fundamentals of Human Communication
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology

Minor
The professional education courses below are used for the minor. No additional minor is required for this major.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count toward this major.

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2026-2027 Music (Instrumental) - Bachelor of Science (122 Credit Hours)
The 122 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program.

Required for Instrumental Concentration (51 Credit Hours)
MUS 1511 Class Instruction in Brass Instruments
MUS 1611 Class Instruction in Woodwind Instruments
MUS 1711 Class Instruction in String Instruments
MUS 1811 Class Instruction in Percussion Instruments
MUS 2211 Band (enroll for 8 semesters)
MUS 2422 Intro to Music Education
MUS 3211 Principles of Conducting
MUS 2433 World Music
MUS 3633 History of Music Through Bach
MUS 3643 History of Music Since Bach
MUS 3831 Instrumental Conducting
MUS 4113 Musical Form & Analysis
Major Instrument (sixteen hours)
Minor Instrument (three hours)
Piano (four hours)

Minor
A minor program of study is not required for this major. Students who wish to prepare for a career in Music Business may complete the minor in Business Admin for Music Majors.

General Electives (19-25 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count for this major.

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2026-2027 Music (Vocal) - Teacher Cert. - Bachelor of Science (132 Credit Hours)
The 132 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program. This major includes two required general education courses, which are listed under the Related Work section.

Required Core Courses (50 Credit Hours)
MUS 1121 Vocal Diction I
MUS 1521 Class Instruction in String Instruments
MUS 1711 Class Instruction in Wind Instruments
MUS 1811 Class Instruction in Percussion Instruments
MUS 2111 University Singers (enroll for 7 semesters); OR
MUS D2131 Vocal Ensemble - Univ. Chorale
MUS 2422 Intro to Music Education
MUS 3211 Principles of Conducting
MUS 3241 Vocal Diction II
MUS 2433 World Music
MUS 3621 Vocal Pedagogy
MUS 3633 History of Music Through Bach
MUS 3643 History of Music Since Bach
MUS 3871 Choral Conducting
MUS 4113 Musical Form & Analysis
MUS 4412 Music in the Elementary School
MUS 4532 Vocal Music in the Secondary School
Major Instrument - Voice (eleven hours)
Minor Instrument - Piano (six hours)

Related Work (6 Credit Hours)
Required General Education Courses
COMM 1113 Fundamentals of Human Communication
PSYCH 1113 General Psychology

Minor
The professional education courses below are used for the minor. No additional minor is required for this major.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count toward this major.

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2026-2027 Music (Vocal) - Bachelor of Science (122 Credit Hours)
The 122 credit hours includes ECU's 40 hour General Education program. This major does require certain general education courses to be completed - see the Related Work section below.

Required Core Courses (12 Credit Hours)
MUS 1000 Performing Arts Recital (enroll each semester)
MUS 1113 Music Theory & Ear Training I
MUS 1133 Music Theory & Ear Training II
MUS 1233 Music Theory & Ear Training III
MUS 3113 Music Theory & Ear Training IV
SFA 1000 Cultural Attendance (must pass two times)

Required for Vocal Concentration (48 Credit Hours)
MUS 1121 Vocal Diction I
MUS 1711 Class Instruction in String Instruments
MUS 2111 University Singers (enroll for 8 semesters); OR
MUS D2131 Vocal Ensemble - Univ Chorale
MUS 2422 Intro to Music Education
MUS 3211 Principles of Conducting
MUS 3241 Vocal Diction II
MUS 2433 World Music
MUS 3621 Vocal Pedagogy
MUS 3633 History of Music Through Bach
MUS 3643 History of Music Since Bach
MUS 3871 Choral Conducting
MUS 4113 Musical Form & Analysis
Major Instrument - Voice (sixteen hours)
Minor Instrument - Piano (four hours)

Related Work (6 Credit Hours)
Required General Education - select one from the following:
FREN 1113 Elementary French I
RUSS 1113 Elementary Russian I
SPAN 1113 Elementary Spanish I

Require Electives
Select one of the following courses:
FREN 1223 Elementary French II
RUSS 1223 Elementary Russian II
SPAN 1223 Elementary Spanish II

Minor
A minor program is not required for this major. Students who wish to prepare for a career in Music Business may complete the minor in Business Administration for music majors.

General Electives (16-28 Credit Hours)
An elective course is any college-level course not required by the major program, but utilized to reach the minimum 120 credit hour requirement for degree completion. Elective courses are chosen according to the interest of the student.

Special Requirements
"Teachers" or "methods" courses may not count toward this major.

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2026-2027 Minor in Music (20 Credit Hours)

Required Courses
MUS 1000 Performing Arts Recital (4 semesters)
MUS 1113 Music Theory & Ear Training I

Major Applied Area - 4 hours (taken in 4 semesters)

Ensembles
Four (4) hours - select from the following:
MUS 2211
MUS D2131
MUS C2311
MUS D2311
MUS 2231
MUS H2311

Electives
Select three courses from the following:
MUS 3503 History of Musical Theatre
MUS 1133 Music Theory & Ear Training II
MUS 2533 Music in Life
MUS 3633 History of Music Through Bach
MUS 3643 History of Music Since Bach

Special Requirements
Must earn three (3) hours of upper division work at ECU towards minor to complete minor residency requirement.

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2026-2027 Academic Catalog

In this section:

2026-2027 College of Liberal Arts & Social SciencesMark Walling, Dean

Department of English & Languages

Department of History

Department of Politics, Law & Society

Department of Professional Programs in Human Services

Native American Studies Program

Interdisciplinary Studies Program

Department of Art, Design, Media & Communication

Department of Performing Arts

2026-2027 College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Mark Walling, Dean