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Humanities Online Degree Programs

Though humanities are actually a part of liberal arts, encompassing subjects including education, English, criminal justice, history, art history, modern languages, political science, psychology, and sociology, the emphasis is on languages, literature, art, music, philosophy, and religion. These are all classified as Humanities, though universities have separate divisions for them.

There are more associate's degrees earned in the Humanities field than in any other field. These degrees prepare students for upper level degrees in writing, literature, speech, interpersonal relations, journalism, communication, music, art, philosophy, or religion, leading to studies in law, medicine, and business, as well as education degrees.

Lower level humanities degrees lead to careers as research assistants, administrative aids, or management positions, while upper level humanities degrees lead to teaching positions in the genres listed above, as well as fine arts, theater, history, and languages careers. Humanities may be a broad-based educational program, but it prepares students for a wide and varied choice of lucrative career options, where earnings are as varied as the career possibilities.

Online Certificate Programs

Undergraduate Certificate in Irish Studies from Regis University

The objective of this program in Irish studies is to teach students a deep understanding of Irish history and culture. Currently, Regis University is the only school that offers…

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Graduate Certificate in Integral Studies from Fielding Graduate University

The graduate certificate in integral studies is offered by Fielding Graduate University in partnership with the Integral Institute and Integral University. Under guidance of integral…

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Online Associate's Programs

Associate of Arts from Western International University

The Associate of Arts degree is a broad course of study to provide the graduate with the necessary foundation to proceed with a bachelor's level education. Students in WIU's online…

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AA in General Studies from Strayer University

Strayer's online Associate of Arts in general studies program is designed to allow students to sample classes from various disciplines before deciding on a specific area of study.…

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Online Bachelor's Programs

BS in Interdisciplinary Studies - Integrative Studies from Winston Salem State University

The BS in interdisciplinary studies (BSIS), with an emphasis in integrative studies, is a general undergraduate degree for those who have already obtained an associate's degree…

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BA in Arabic Studies from National University

The BA in Arabic studies involves advances coursework in the language, history, culture, politics and geography of the Arab world. Students will acquire an Arabic language and…

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BA in Global Studies from National University

A Bachelor of Arts degree in global studies from National University prepares students for working with various cultures in the fields of technology, business, social science,…

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BA in Behavioral Science from Western International University

The Bachelor of Arts degree in behavioral science from WIU is designed for existing and aspiring professionals in the field. In this program, students will examine the science…

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Online Master's Programs

Master of Arts in Military History from Norwich University

The objective of this military history program is to teach students the role of military in history, the role of war in history, methodology of the military throughout history,…

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Master of Humanities from Tiffin University

The Master of Humanities degree from Tiffin University helps mature adults achieve their academic and career goals through distance education. This program is delivered online…

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Online PhD Programs

PhD in Human Development from Fielding Graduate University

The PhD in human development from Fielding Graduate University trains mid-career professionals in many subjects related to humanity. This program involves the following disciplines:…

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PhD in Human and Organizational Systems from Fielding Graduate University

Fielding Graduate University offers the only PhD in human and organizational systems. This degree program is intended for the mid-career professional who is seeking a new or more…

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