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In this program, you’ll develop applied skills in gathering user information, analyzing data and communicating through visual design. You’ll also learn how to research user psychology and design concepts across websites, web applications and software programs. Your coursework will provide a graphic information technology foundation, with specialized focus on user experience. Upon graduation, you’ll have developed valuable skills that prepare you for a successful career in UX design, such as:

• Communication of user needs
• Consumer psychology
• Design concepts
• Project management
• Usability testing

What does a UX designer do?

UX designers are experts who focus on developing the user experience of a product or service by incorporating aspects of branding, design, usability and function. A product enhanced by user experience design creates relevant experiences for consumers, so they find value and satisfaction from interacting with the product. In this role, you’ll conduct research, develop test models and collaborate with other teams to design engaging experiences. As a UX designer, your goal will be to ensure the user's journey while using a product is smooth, enjoyable and aligns with your organization's objectives.

Choosing the right UX degree for you

As an ideal candidate for this graphic information technology degree with a concentration in user experience, you should be comfortable with technology and have a passion for visual design. You may be interested in designing websites or other systems that provide users with optimal experiences. Students in this program come from a wide range of backgrounds including web design, graphic design, software programming, engineering or education.

Planning to pursue graduate studies? Pair this bachelor’s degree with an Accelerated Master’s program and finish in as little as one additional year. This path can reduce your time and costs while deepening your expertise. Eligible programs include:

• Master of Science in graphic information technology
• Master of Science in user experience

If you’re interested in exploring additional user experience disciplines, check out these UX concentration programs:

• Bachelor of Science in human systems engineering - user experience.
  • This program appeals to those interested in product evaluation, research and usability testing. Students in this program may have previous experience in areas focused on performance evaluation, training or product development.
• Bachelor of Science in technical communication – user experience.
  • This program appeals to those interested in creating and testing solution-based communication products. Students in this program may come from various fields that communicate with their customers or employees through technology.

Museum studies focuses on the global, contemporary, art historical and theoretical aspects of museums and cultural institutions. This field spans the design, organization and management of museums. 

The museum studies degree online combines the academic study of art history with the broad scope of museum practice. Through practical learning experiences, you’ll study the basic functions of museum operations. You’ll also learn about the important role museums and cultural institutions play in educating the public and raising cultural heritage awareness on local, national and international levels.

Earn your museum studies degree concentration online

This museum studies degree online features coursework on the study of art and all facets of museums, including curating, fundraising and marketing. With courses developed and taught by recognized professionals in museum studies, you’ll explore art galleries, preservation societies exhibitions, and public art programs from global, art historical and cultural contexts.

Through coursework and internships, you’ll become knowledgeable in art history, museum practice and visual thinking. You’ll gain the experience and skills needed to pursue careers in local, national and international museums.

How to get a job at a museum

Earning a museum studies undergraduate programs online is an excellent first step in getting a job at a museum. Upon graduating, you’ll possess a variety of skills and competencies needed to succeed in a range of roles in museums, art galleries, archives, art-based organizations and cultural institutions, including:

• Creative and critical thinking.
• Ethical decision-making and reasoning.
• Expertise on the art museums workings and ethics.
• Language and visual literacy.
• Problem solving and quantitative reasoning.
• Reading ability in at least one foreign language.
• Written and verbal communication skills. 

With an undergraduate museum studies degree, you can typically pursue entry-level assistant positions for curators, archivists, public relations and other key roles in the museum and other art institutions. However, you may need more education, experience and training to land professional positions in museums and related organizations.  

A master’s degree in museum studies prepares students for professional roles in museums. These higher-level roles may include curators, registrars, public relations specialists, educators and many other positions. For instance, a master’s degree in library science is necessary for a position as an art librarian. A Master of Business Administration may be necessary for museum administration. Also, a doctoral degree is often necessary for curatorial positions. We encourage you to look into the different educational requirements for museum careers you may want to pursue in the future. 

In this program, you'll gain expertise in conducting scientific research and applying biomedical concepts in clinical, academic and industrial settings. You’ll explore fundamental concepts in biological sciences, chemistry, physics and statistics and the ability to understand and apply core biomedical concepts. Additionally, you’ll examine the role of medicine in society and can take courses related to cancer, neurobiology, medical anthropology and more.

This bachelor’s degree can be completed as part of an Accelerated Master’s program. When accepted, you can earn a master’s degree in as little as one year after completing your undergraduate degree. This opportunity saves you time and money while giving you advanced knowledge in your field.

Applicable master's degrees include:

• Master of Science in biology
• Master of Science in computational life sciences

The difference between biological science and biomedical science

Biomedical science is focused on human health, disease and medical applications. Majoring in this discipline prepares you for careers where you’ll apply scientific knowledge to improve human health; whether in research, diagnostics or healthcare settings. It’s a versatile field with opportunities in academia, industry and healthcare systems.

Biological sciences is broader, covering all life forms and their interactions. If a more expansive biology curriculum better aligns with your career and postgraduate goals, consider our main biological sciences bachelor’s degree.

Learn biology like you never thought possible

This program’s innovative courses enable new ways of learning and applying skills. Narrative storytelling tools such as Dreamscape Learn allow you to explore virtual worlds as a scientific investigator. In this interactive 2D environment, you’ll gather and analyze data to solve realistic problems in biology. Actively participating in the story will deepen your understanding and strengthen your problem-solving skills. Additional practical learning opportunities may include at-home lab kits, internships and research.

Additionally, you’ll gain hands-on learning by completing labs in person for certain chemistry and biochemistry courses on ASU’s Tempe campus.

Learn more about in-person lab sessions and how to prepare.

Exploring the interdisciplinary arts offers you the opportunity to learn about a variety of art forms through theoretical, practical and historical perspectives. In this interdisciplinary arts and performance degree, you’ll gain an understanding of how powerful societal messages can be when delivered across multiple artistic mediums.

This multidimensional field of study is designed for those who want to center the arts in their careers through creating, producing and performing original work. In this program, you’ll first gain foundational knowledge across a variety of art modalities and then make deeper connections by participating in practical experiences. You’ll explore:

• Digital arts (image and video).
• Games (analog and digital).
• Movement/performance (theater/dance).
• Sound (music/sound design).
• Visual arts (2D/3D).

The skills you’ll develop in this interdisciplinary arts and performance program

This program will provide you with the context necessary to express, perform and experience art in new ways. In your courses, you’ll always focus on doing. Through hands-on projects, you’ll gain the confidence needed to pursue your creative career passions.

You’ll gain a variety of skills that will prepare you to discuss aesthetic concepts and communicate about artistic work, such as:

• Collaborating in the artmaking process.
• Examining concepts through interdisciplinary perspectives.
• Researching and writing.
• Thinking critically and creatively.

What can you do with this interdisciplinary arts degree?

Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped with a digital portfolio that expands many types of art and demonstrates your broad perspective. You can apply your skills to a variety of art-related career paths, such as music composition, production and performance, sound/audio roles, networked performance, video production and editing, animation, storytelling and art curation. Your critical research and writing skills will also complement positions in the expanding fields of arts research and practice.

Additionally, creative careers in education, art curation and more may require additional training, and this program will provide you with the foundation for your next step. You’ll be prepared to pursue graduate degrees in the arts, business, education and more.

This degree program provides students with a solid grounding in the basics of physics with introductory courses in:

• Electromagnetism.
• Mechanics.
• Modern physics.
• Thermodynamics
• Wave optics.

Throughout these courses, you’ll develop transferable skills in experimental analysis, mathematical applications and analytical problem-solving, as well as critical-thinking skills essential for explaining the natural physical processes that occur around us. Additionally, you’ll explore special relativity and quantum mechanics in an elective course on modern physics and gain programming skills through a one-credit course in Python. Research opportunities are also available through our Online Undergraduate Research Scholars (OURS) program.

Ideal for those seeking a deep understanding of physics without attending graduate school, you’ll graduate equipped for careers in bionics, photonics, audio engineering, software engineering and pharmaceuticals.

The differences between a BA and BS in physics

Both bachelor’s in physics programs provide a solid foundation in physical science and mathematics, however, they differ in several key ways. The BS in physics is necessary for students planning to pursue a PhD, offering additional upper-division courses in quantum mechanics, electromagnetism and statistical mechanics, along with four advanced math courses. For those interested in math but not in research, the BS is still a strong option.

Differently, the BA focuses on lower-division math courses that are less rigorous. BA students are required to complete intermediate-level language courses, whereas BS students take extra science and society courses instead. Importantly, you can start in the BA program and switch to the BS, or vice versa, if your goals or interests change.

This time-efficient and cost-effective pathway enables you to earn an associate degree and a bachelor’s degree in nursing simultaneously. You’ll take the required coursework to become a registered nurse (RN) in person at your community college. At the same time, you’ll complete coursework 100% online to earn a BSN at Arizona State University.

Coursework in this program builds on the knowledge you acquire in your ADN program. You’ll learn about nursing theory, research, public and global health, management and more. The curriculum includes a variety of assignments and clinical practice experiences that’ll strengthen your communication, clinical reasoning, problem-solving and interprofessional skills. As an RN to BSN graduate, you’ll gain the skills needed to excel in the face of health care reforms, advances in technology and ongoing discoveries in evidence-based practice, such as:

• Client advocacy to facilitate positive change.
• Clinical knowledge and skills for state certification.
• Critical thinking, clinical reasoning and problem solving.
• Nursing management and leadership skills.
• Professional communication (oral and written).
• Research in evidence-based practice.

The benefits of earning a BSN

As health care evolves, the field of nursing demands skilled practitioners who can improve patient outcomes. Today's nurses go beyond providing bedside care. They become respected researchers and leaders in the development of evidence-based practices to advance nursing.

The National Academy of Medicine recommends that 80% of all nurses have a BSN by 2030. Further, early-career registered nurses should possess a four-year BSN degree at a minimum, according to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.

As a BSN graduate, you may have more job opportunities, improved job security and be considered for more competitive roles than nurses who don’t have a bachelor’s degree in nursing. Additional benefits to earning a BSN include:

• Career advancement opportunities.
• Higher salary.
• Improved patient outcomes, including lower mortality rates and lower failure to rescue rates.

How does a concurrent enrollment program work?

If you’re a current associate degree in nursing student who wants a higher level of knowledge in nursing, this program may be right for you.

This innovative concurrent enrollment program is designed to accelerate your pathway to a nursing career while minimizing your costs. A pathway for academic progression, this program allows for continuous, dual enrollment in both an associate degree in nursing through a regionally accredited community college and a bachelor’s degree in nursing through ASU Online. Ultimately, you can graduate at the same time with both degrees.

This program is for those actively admitted or enrolled in a regionally accredited clinical nursing program at a community college. If you already have your ADN, check out the traditional online RN to BSN program.

You can also register for an upcoming live, virtual information session to learn more about this program and other undergraduate programs offered by the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation.

Disclaimer: Students must be admitted to an associate degree nursing program at a regionally accredited college. Additionally, due to legislative regulations, applications aren’t accepted from those living in certain states. We strongly recommend you visit our state authorization page to learn how ASU is authorized to operate in your state, policies for out-of-state students and program exceptions.