Minor
Womens Studies
See How Gender Shapes Workplace Behavior and Decision-Making
Highlights
Your undergraduate degree can put you in the running for the job you want. Adding a Minor could make your resume more impressive.
A Minor is a set of courses that complements your Major and helps you reach your career goals. The broader your knowledge, and the more workforce-ready skills you acquire, the better chance you'll have for a promotion or a new job. Plus, earning a Minor shows potential employers you are eager to learn and are willing to put in the extra effort.
The minor in Women's Studies enables you to develop an understanding of women in society in the past, present, and future from a multidisciplinary perspective, by focusing on women's experiences. The area of Women's Studies creates a new opportunity in the education of women and men, an opportunity to round out our understanding of human beings by exploring the other half of the human experience. You can apply your knowledge of gender issues not only in your daily life, but also to help understand how gender impacts behavior and decisions in work settings.
Choosing a minor in Women's Studies will well qualify you to work in areas such as human resources or EEOC settings, as well as the human services.
Curriculum
Womens Studies Major Courses
Current students please login to BRUIN and select “Academic Progress” for your curriculum requirements.
Minor Requirements (18 credit hours)
In this course, students are introduced to the history and theories of feminism from a multidisciplinary perspective. The impact that feminist perspectives have had on society will also be studied. Gender issues will be explored from a number of different perspectives, including historical, psychological, anthropological, political, and religious perspectives.
In-depth exploration and analysis of significant issues in women’s and gender studies. Content and direction of the course is the responsibility of the students under the guidance of the instructor. Prerequisite: 12 credit hrs in the Women’s Studies minor, including WS 101
Plus at least 6 credit hours from the following courses:
The anatomy and physiology of women throughout their life span including issues relating to their health, nutrition, healthcare, and specific disorders and diseases relating to women.
This course provides a comprehensive view of gender communication as it relates to its prevalence and impact in society. Research of gender communication serves to enhance greater understanding of the oppressive nature of gender communication and its influence on society. Competencies in the areas of perception, adaptability, critical thinking, and innovation are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 109
This course is an investigation of differences and similarities in psychological functioning between women and men, including the influence of major life events occurring only in women (e.g. menstruation, pregnancy) on psychological functioning. Prerequisite: PY 101
This course introduces students to understanding gender and society from a sociological perspective. The course provides a comprehensive review of historical background about the magnitude of changes in the gender system and the societal and interpersonal level of forces at play. This course will review the current research on the social construction of gender and gender stratification in social institutions. The attention is given to both the influences of and the interaction of social structure and culture in women’s and men’s lives.
OR
Minor may include other Women's Studies courses as designated by the Program Director.
Plus no more than 6 credit hours from:
This course is designed to teach Mendelian and modified Mendelian inheritance including: genotypic and phenotypic variability, DNA replication, protein synthesis and genetic abnormalities.
This course consists of the study of the nutrients required by the human body, the foods from which they are obtained, their utilization by the body and their importance for the maintenance of optimal health throughout the life span. 3 credit hours
This course will present the principles of human growth and development from conception to death. Topics to be included in the course are methods of child study, consideration of individual differences, and analysis of patterns and sequences of development.
This course is a consideration of biological, cultural, developmental, and psychological aspects of human sexuality, emphasizing class discussion of relevant issues. Among topics covered are AIDS, romantic love, sexual practices, and sexual orientation.
This course examines the family institution with respect to its cultural and historical setting, family variations, and the modern cultural and social patterns that make up courtship, marriage, and the family. The major focus is families in the contemporary United States; however, family systems from other societies are also examined.
This course introduces students to the problems of racial and ethnic groups in American society and the concepts of dominance, minority, power, status, conflict, prejudice and discrimination. The course examines both interpersonal dynamics and the larger context of changing intergroup relations in today’s world.
This course discusses major social problems through principles of sociological perspective. The course will illustrate links between sociological theories, social research, and social intervention and policies. The course provides a basis for critically analyzing the functioning of the main institutions of society. Prerequisite: SO 101 or permission of the instructor
Nine of the credit hours for the minor must be upper-level courses.
General Education Courses
Take general education courses that do more than fill a requirement. At Bellevue University, these courses build foundational skills that apply to any career—critical thinking, qualitative reasoning, and ethical leadership. And, you can take courses individually or in course clusters, which connect three courses around one theme, building skills as you go.
Elective Courses
Our broad selection of electives allows you to select courses related to your major or expand your perspective in other areas of interest.
University Accreditation
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Students applying for professional license or certification should verify the University’s offerings meet the requirements with the professional organization.
*Consult with an admissions counselor to determine your eligible credits, as well as to verify minimum graduation requirements for this degree. Transfer credits must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Bellevue University makes no promises to prospective students regarding the acceptance of credit awarded by examination, credit for prior learning, or credit for transfer until an evaluation has been conducted.
Get credit for what you’ve earned.
Accelerate your path to earning a degree.
Thanks to our generous credit transfer policy, you can avoid retaking the classes you’ve already completed, and chip away at the credit requirements you need to complete your degree. See how:
- Transfer your full associate degree or even your A.A.S.*
- Potentially get credit for your military experience and training
Finish Faster
Already have an associate degree? You could accelerate your bachelor's degree completion.
Learning Experience
On-campus classes offered on a convenient schedule.
Our Omaha-area campus offers classes that accommodate the working professional’s schedule. So, if you prefer an in-person learning experience as you earn your Womens Studies , you can get what you need to help you be successful.
Tuition & Financial Aid
It’s more affordable than you think.
Earning a degree is an investment in yourself, and we want to help you make sure it’s a wise one with a generous credit transfer policy and competitive tuition rates.
2021 / 2022 Academic Year
$315 In-Class Cost Per Credit (Daytime Residential Only)
(Additional fees may apply to individual courses within your major requirements)
Only pay for the credits you need.
Bellevue University offers a generous credit transfer policy so you can make more of the credits you’ve already earned count toward your degree. Talk to us to see what that means for you, specifically.
Get help with financial aid.
Our counselors will work with you to find a plan that works for you, with options like:
- Completing your FAFSA to potentially receive federal grants or loans
- Applying for scholarships through Bellevue University
- Taking advantage of tuition reimbursement benefits that may be offered by your employer
Admissions
Removing barriers to the education you deserve.
College is challenging, but getting in shouldn’t be. We have simplified our requirements for admission and we do not require entrance exam scores like the ACT or SAT—so you can get on track to achieving your goals. Here’s how it will go:
To be admitted to Bellevue University, provide proof of high school completion. We accept the following forms of documentation:
- Official high school transcript
- GED certificate
- Homeschool letter of completion
- Certificate demonstrating that the student has passed a state authorized examination recognized by the state in which it is awarded — equivalent to a high school diploma.
- Self-certification on application.
- Applicants who have earned a C or better in at least 9 post-secondary credit (semester) hours and have graduated from an approved high school may use an Attestation Form to self-certify high school completion.
You’ll just need to complete the application and submit the following:
- Official high school transcripts or proof of high school completion
- If applicable, official transcripts from any college or university you previously attended
- A one-time $50 application fee
- Note:
- International students must provide a few extra documents. See international student bachelor admissions details.
- Students applying for a cohort-based major must possess an associate degree or 60 semester hours completed with a grade of "C-" or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning. If you do not meet this requirement, you can build your credits directly with Bellevue University.
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You'll just need to create an account and complete a pre-application to Bellevue University through Guild. Once you receive confirmation that your pre-application to Bellevue University has been approved, you'll need to complete the required steps to get fully accepted and registered. These include:
- Submitting transcripts from past institutions
- Completing the FAFSA, per your employer's benefit requirement
If you’re transferring from another institution of higher education, you must submit an official transcript from each accredited institution you previously attended. Here are a few details to note:
- A transcript can be emailed securely to busrtranscripts@bellevue.edu or by mail. It is required to be sent directly from the issuing institution to Bellevue University's Office of the Registrar to be considered an official document. Please check with previous institution for available sending options.
- Applicants who submit an official transcript which reflects a two-year degree from a regionally accredited postsecondary institution are not required to show proof of high school completion.
- Transcripts must be submitted even if credits were not earned at the previous institution or if transfer credit is not granted.
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Reach out to admissions.
- Get your questions answered about the Womens Studies
- Understand your financial aid and scholarship options
- Map out a schedule that fits with your priorities
