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Develop an interdisciplinary degree program tailored to your interests, goals and needs.<\/h2>\n

Sink into your personal passions and leverage them to make a difference. Whether you\u2019re looking to hone your leadership skills, create an impact in a particular field, participate in service learning or explore your varied academic passions, your bachelor of interdisciplinary studies will support you.<\/p>\n

Through critical thinking and inquiry, your B.A. or B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies will help you develop strong communication and analytical skills. Tailored to your own personal talents and interests, this degree program will draw on the expertise of departments throughout UCF Online. As a result, you\u2019ll emerge with a diverse skillset and the foundational skills needed to influence a variety of fields.<\/p>\n

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