The BA Program in Liberal Studies provides the student with an education to develop and enrich a life which is meaningful to self, to others, and to society. The curriculum promotes development of critical thinking skills, effective communication, problem-solving, and ethical reasoning. BA students put theoretical learning into practice through experiential learning internships in schools, health agencies, art organizations, businesses, senior centers and other community settings. The BA Program at Antioch offers small classes which emphasize lively discussion and practical application of theories and concepts to everyday concerns. Instructors are mentors as well as teachers.
Faculty members are active in the community, doing the kind of work students seek for themselves.
The BA Program is a degree completion program designed for adults who have already completed a substantial amount of college work elsewhere. Most students enter Antioch with 30 quarter-units or more in transfer and with the potential for turning life experience into Prior Learning credits. The program begins with the Educational Foundations and Academic Planning Course which assists students in selecting their Area of Concentration. Prior Learning Most adult students enter Antioch's program with college-level learning acquired in the workplace, in the home, or in volunteer activities. Experiential Learning Internships Since Antioch believes strongly in the value of hands-on learning and learning through experience, each student's program includes experiential learning in field placements.