Ethnic Studies ,Certificate
Activism, African American Studies, Indigenous, Inequality, Intersectionality, Latino, Racism
Are you passionate about better understanding the ethnic and cultural history and divisions in our society? Gain insight into the dynamics among and between disparate communities through this program.
Through the certificate program in ethnic studies, students explore the changing political, social, economic and cultural realities of racial, ethnic and Indigenous communities in the United States and the Americas.
The coursework combines topics in the humanities, arts and social sciences, and instruction is given on methods to critically analyze racial, ethnic, gender and sexual identities; transnational movements; and diverse forms of cultural, literary and political expression.
The certificate in ethnic studies is recommended for degree-seeking and nondegree-seeking graduate students and students majoring in professional programs.
- College/school:
New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
- Location: West Valley
2025-2026 Catalog Year
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The certificate in ethnic studies consists of 18 upper-division credit hours. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be earned through courses offered by the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. All courses used to satisfy requirements for the certificate must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better.
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ETH 100 Ethnic and Indigenous Lives
(GCSI)
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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HRC 200 Introduction to Social and Cultural Analysis
(CIVI)
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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12 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 12 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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This certificate program is open to students in any major. Students who wish to pursue this certificate should consult an academic advisor in the School of Humanities, Arts and Cultural Studies to ensure that the appropriate set of courses is taken.
A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
This program prepares students for graduate study or for careers in a variety of fields, including business, health care, criminal justice, social services, education, public relations, community development, public policy and government. Potential careers include community health worker, social and community service manager, secondary and high school teacher, and journalist.
Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
School of Humanities, Arts, and Cultural Studies
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FAB N101
harcsadvising@asu.edu
602-543-3000
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
