New study areas, transfer degree added
Seattle Central is piloting two new study tracks and adding a new transfer degree to its academic offerings. Starting in the spring, students can pursue Global Studies or Global Health and earn either an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree. These programs were developed by the Seattle Community College District in consultation with the University of Washington’s Jackson School of International Studies to ensure the classes were closely articulated with theirs.
The Global Studies Emphasis integrates the study of politics, economics and the arts with analyses of cultural practices, beliefs and social systems. The Global Health Emphasis teaches students about improving health and achieving health equity among diverse populations.
Seattle Central also has added a new transfer degree: Associate in Business (A.B.) – DTA/MRP. While the college has always offered a business-focused curriculum, it wasn’t formally labeled. The new degree operates under a Direct Transfer Agreement, which ensures that all degree credits earned at Seattle Central will transfer to many baccalaureate institutions in the state.