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Towson University in Northeastern Maryland offers programs designed to prepare students for today’s rapidly changing workplace. You’ll challenge your thinking about careers, internships, research and service learning in the following programs.
At this time, all programs offered at TUNE, excluding nursing, start in the fall semester only. The nursing program continues to admit for both the fall and spring semesters.
Business Administration, Leadership & Management (B.S.) *
One of the most popular majors on campus, a degree in business administration opens the door to a wealth of job and career opportunities, not only in business but also in government and nonprofit sectors as well.
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Communication Studies (B.S.)
This major takes a three-pronged approach to communication studies. First, gain a greater understanding of the role that communication plays in shaping culture and identity. Second, analyze the ways in which the process of meaning-making — through words, images, symbols or technology — strategically influences human judgment and actions. Third, sharpen your critical thinking abilities as you become a more ethical producer and consumer of messages.
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Early Childhood / Special Education (B.S.) *
Towson University’s specially designed, integrated major provides a strong academic foundation and real-world experiences that help beginning teachers understand how young children of all ability levels develop and learn. You’ll gain the knowledge, skills and dispositions you need to teach in the preschool and primary grades. At the completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to become certified to teach both early childhood (pre-K through grade 3) and special education (birth through grade 3).
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Elementary / Special Education (B.S.) *
Our integrated undergraduate major in elementary education and special education offers outstanding teacher preparation in facilitating active learning and instruction in diverse and inclusive classrooms. You’ll be prepared to use research findings and experience-based practice to engage your students in the learning process. This degree prepares you for Maryland State Certification in both elementary education (1-6) and special education (1-8) and a position as an elementary classroom teacher or an elementary/middle special education teacher.
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Information Technology (B.S.)
Information technology involves the selection, creation, application, integration and administration of computing and communication technologies to meet user needs in an organizational and societal context. The bachelor’s degree in information technology prepares you to enter the workplace as an IT professional and grow into leadership positions or pursue research or graduate studies in the IT field.
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Nursing (A.T.B.) *
This accelerated year-round plan allows students dual enrollment in both the associate degree nursing program at the respective community college and the baccalaureate degree nursing program at Towson University. Successful students will earn both degrees in approximately 2.5 years of year round enrollment.
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Nursing (R.N. to B.S.) *
The thought of juggling work, family and college can be overwhelming. But the RN to B.S. in Nursing program at Towson can help you broaden your nursing practice skills and build a solid foundation for developing an area of specialization. Gain the education you need to assume expanding nursing roles that require greater problem-solving and critical-thinking skills both within health care institutions and the community.
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Psychology (B.S.)
From broad exposure to basic psychology to an in-depth understanding of the methods used to conduct psychological research, you will broaden your knowledge of the field and its application to everyday life.
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Sociology, Criminal Justice Concentration (B.S.)
Engage in the scientific study of crime and criminality, other forms of social deviance and official responses to crime by law enforcement, the criminal courts and the corrections system. Prepare for graduate study or to pursue a career in law enforcement, crime measurement and analysis, mediation and conflict resolution, victim assistance, and homeland or corporate security, among others.
Learn more here.* Screened majors
For more information on any of our programs, contact the Program Coordinator today.
Minors
Communication Studies
The communication studies minor is an excellent option for students who want to complement a variety of majors. The minor offers coursework in public speaking, analytical writing, professional communication, as well as focused courses on public advocacy, intercultural communication, and leadership. The minor is especially well-suited for students wanting to pursue graduate or law school. Learn more here.
Family Science
The Minor in Family Science provides an opportunity for students who would like to study families along with their major focus of study. Knowledge about families and working with families has emerged as a critical area of concern for health, social service, and education professionals. Thus, this program is especially relevant for students studying in TUNE's psychology and criminal justice programs. Learn more here.
Community College Partnerships
Towson University has partnered with Harford Community College (HCC) and Cecil College to offer undergraduate programs. The 2+2 partnership agreements assure a seamless transfer between degree programs at HCC and Cecil College and Towson University and confirms the acceptance of transfer credits from both colleges to specific Towson programs.
The table below links to accurate sequence guides for given programs from HCC and Cecil College to corresponding majors offered at TUNE.
| TU Program | Harford Community College | Cecil College |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Leadership & Management * | Associate of Science in Business Administration (A.S.) | Assocate of Arts in Business Administration Transfer (A.A.) |
| Communication Studies |
Associate of Arts in Communication Studies (A.A.) Associate of Arts in English (A.A.) |
Associate of Arts in Communication Studies (A.A.)
|
| Early Childhood / Special Education * | Associate of Arts in Teaching Early Childhood Education (A.A.T.) | Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) Degree |
| Elementary Education / Special Education * | Associate of Arts in Teaching Elementary Education / Special Education (A.A.T.) | Associate of Arts in Teaching (A.A.T.) Degree |
| Information Technology |
Applied Associate in Science in Computer Information Systems (A.A.S.) Applied Associate in Science in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity (A.A.S.) |
Applied Associate in Computer Science - Programming (A.A.S.) |
| Nursing * | Associate to Bachelor in Nursing (A.T.B.) | Associate to Bachelor in Nursing (A.T.B.) |
| Psychology | Associate of Arts in Psychology (A.A.) | Associate of Arts in Psychology (A.A.) |
| Sociology – Criminal Justice | Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice (A.A.) | Applied Associate in Criminal Justice (A.A.S.) |
* Screened majors
Applications for the Health Care Management Program at TUNE are currently suspended for the foreseeable future. Students interested in this program may consider pursuing a similar degree through the Business Administration, Leadership & Management program offered at TUNE or may consider applying for the Health Care Management Program on TU's main campus.
Learn more about TUNE's Business Program. Learn more about TU's Health Care Management Program.
Interested in Learning about our Criminal Justice Concentration?
TU in Northeastern Maryland student, Carmen Robinson, gives the inside scoop on what it's like to major in Sociology-Anthropology with a concentration in Criminal Justice.
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