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Undergraduate Course Catalog 2016-2017

University of New Hampshire at Manchester

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American Sign Language (ASL)

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Analytics (DATA)

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Assistant Professor: Jeremiah W. Johnson

Analytics (B.S.)
The analytics bachelor of science program is designed to prepare the next generation of data scientists and analytics professionals through a multidisciplinary program that incorporates experiential education, professional development, and project and work experience at a greater level than that typically seen in a bachelor of science program.

The analytics bachelor of science program prepares graduates with the knowledge, skills, and best practices for working in data-intensive roles in industry. Graduates will be prepared to become leaders in data-driven decision-making. The program also prepares graduates to further their studies at the graduate level. Career opportunities are varied, and may include roles such as data engineer, data scientist, business analyst, marketing analyst, quantitative analyst, consultant, and actuary, though this is only a partial list. Career options exist in a wide range of organizations and will expand as more and more industries, governmental organizations, and nonprofits develop, use, and integrate data-driven decision-making processes.

Program Objectives
This program has been designed to prepare students for professional careers working with data, with an emphasis on the extraction of meaning from data. The program is not targeted to any one industry; rather, it provides a flexible, practical skillset that can be applied widely. This skillset includes elements of computer science, applied mathematics and statistics, communication skills, and business savvy. Graduates of the bachelor of science in analytics program are expected to have:

During the course of the program, students will demonstrate their acquisition of these skills by successfully completing their program coursework, their internship experience, and their capstone project.

Program of Study
Successful completion of the program entails earning at least 128 credits, meeting the requirements of the university’s Discovery program, completing all of the 20 required courses in the major as listed below, including the capstone course, the internship preparedness course, and a three-credit internship. In all major courses, the minimum allowable grade is a C-. The minimum overall GPA for graduation is 2.0. Transfer students may transfer up to a maximum of 32 credits to satisfy major requirements (not counting those courses used to satisfy Discovery requirements). DATA courses II – IV, the internship, and the capstone project must be completed at UNH Manchester.

Program Requirements

Mathematics (16 credits, 4 per course)
MATH 425, Calculus I
MATH 426, Calculus II
MATH 545, Introduction to Linear Algebra, or MATH 645, Linear Algebra for Applications
MATH 739, Applied Regression Analysis

Computer Science (20 credits, 4 per course)
COMP 425, Introduction to Programming
COMP 430, System Fundamentals
COMP 490, Statistics in Computing and Engineering
COMP 520, Database Design and Development
COMP 525, Data Structures Fundamentals

Business (12 credits, 4 per course)
BUS 400, Introduction to Business
BUS 453, Leadership for Managers
BUS 620, Organizational Behavior

English (4 credits)
ENG 502, Professional and Technical Writing

New Analytics Courses (20 credits, 4 per course)
DATA 557, Introduction to Data Science and Analytics (Discovery E.T.S.)
DATA 674, Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics I
DATA 675, Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics II
DATA 757, Big Data
DATA 790, Capstone Course

New Professional Development Courses (4 credits)
UMST 599, Professional Development Seminar (1 credit)
DATA 690, Internship Experience (3 credits)

Specialization Course Clusters
Data scientists and business analysts are often most effective when they have some discipline-specific background or expertise. To assist students in the program in attaining such expertise, departments and programs at the University of New Hampshire will be invited to identify approximately two courses in their program that will provide students an appropriate foundation in their discipline. These courses may already exist, or the program can choose to create them. At least one of the specialization courses must contain a data analysis element. For example, if a student wished to complete a bachelor of science in analytics with a specialization in finance, the student would complete the core analytics curriculum, and would select for their elective/specialization courses the set of courses identified by the business program as providing the foundational knowledge necessary for working in finance. In this way, students can tailor their analytics B.S. degree to suit their interests.

For additional information about the analytics program, contact Jeremiah Johnson, program coordinator, (603) 641-4127, jeremiah.johnson@unh.edu, or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions, (603) 641-4150, unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

 

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Anthropology (ANTH)

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Art and Art History (ARTS)

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ASL/English Interpreting (ASL)

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Professor: Jack E. Hoza
Lecturer: Patrick F. McCarthy

ASL/English Interpreting (B.S.)
The American Sign Language (ASL)/English interpreting program at UNH Manchester is a specialized, in-depth program with a national reputation for quality and has twice been recognized at the national level. In 1999, the program became the first interpreting program in the country to be found in compliance with the National Interpreter Education Standards of the Conference of Interpreter Trainers (CIT). In 2007, the program became the first interpreting program in the nation to be accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Interpreter Education (CCIE). UNH Manchester also houses one of northern New England’s most comprehensive collections of books and media materials on sign language interpretation.

The program is guided by the premise that deaf people, as a linguistic minority, possess their own cultural values, literature, history, traditions, and social conventions. Interpretation requires bilingual and bicultural competence in spoken English and American Sign Language. The ASL/English interpreting program at UNH Manchester provides students with a strong theoretical foundation as generalists in ASL/English interpreting and helps prepare students for either state-level interpreter screening or national Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) interpreter certification, depending on students’ skill level and experience.

Graduates may go on to pursue specialty areas in interpretation or related fields of study.

Students who complete the bachelor of science degree in ASL/English interpreting graduate with a varied and flexible academic base. Interpreting requires skills such as sustained powers of concentration, versatility in dealing with a variety of people and content areas, fast-thinking and excellent communication skills in the respective languages. Students seeking to become interpreters receive a foundation in American Sign Language, Deaf culture, and the interpreting process, and their programs of study often include elective courses in linguistics, sociology, communication, and psychology. Students also gain a thorough grounding in the liberal arts through the University’s Discovery program.

Graduates of the ASL/English interpreting program may pursue careers in ASL/English interpreting, deaf education, rehabilitation, health care, audiology, social work, counseling, and the media. The program provides students with a varied and flexible academic base. Graduates are prepared for further study in such fields as psychology, communication, linguistics, sociology, and anthropology.

Program of Study
Students must complete 64 credits in the major, 40 credits in the University’s Discovery program, and 24 credits in elective courses. Students must complete 64 credits in the major with a grade of C or better. Students who earn less than a C on a particular course may repeat that course only once. Students must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or better in major courses and must pass both ASL 532 and INTR 630 with at least a B- (or successfully demonstrate competence in American Sign Language and consecutive interpretation, respectively). Transfer students must complete a minimum of eight ASL/English interpreting courses at UNH Manchester.

Required Courses
Language Courses
ASL 435, American Sign Language I
ASL 436, American Sign Language II
ASL 531, American Sign Language III
ASL 532, American Sign Language IV
ASL 621, Advanced ASL Discourse I
ASL 622, Advanced ASL Discourse II: Deaf Culture

Culture and Linguistic Courses
INTR 438, A Sociocultural Perspective on the Deaf Community
INTR 539, Comparative Linguistic Analysis for Interpreters

Interpreting Courses
INTR 430, Introduction to Interpretation
INTR 439, Ethics & Professional Standards for Interpreters
INTR 540, Translation
INTR 630, Consecutive Interpretation I
INTR 636, Consecutive Interpretation II
INTR 732, Simultaneous Interpretation
INTR 734, Field Experience and Seminar I
INTR 735, Field Experience and Seminar II

Capstone Experience
The capstone experience in the bachelor of science degree program in ASL/English interpreting is met by INTR 735, Field Experience and Seminar II, which is a senior-level course and the last in the sequence of courses required for the major. This course meets the following two criteria of the capstone experience for this major: 1) the capstone synthesizes and applies disciplinary knowledge and skills, 2) the capstone demonstrates emerging professional competencies.

For more information, contact Jack Hoza, program director, at (603) 641-4143 or jack.hoza@unh.edu; or contact the Office of Admissions.

 

 

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Biochemistry, Molecular, and Cellular Biology (BMCB)

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Biological Science (BSCI)

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Biological Sciences (BIOL)

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Associate Professor: Sarah Prescott, Stephen R. Pugh
Assistant Professor: Patricia A. Halpin, Kyle MacLea

Biological Sciences (B.A.)
Biology is the study of living organisms in both laboratory and field conditions. It concerns itself with questions of understanding the living world, its complex interrelationships, and the role of human beings within it.

The B.A. in biological sciences at UNH Manchester is designed to: 1) allow students to earn a baccalaureate degree in biology at UNH Manchester; 2) allow students to combine study in biology with other programs and disciplines by completing a second major, a minor, or a self-designed set of elective courses along with their biology degree; 3) allow students to complete a major in biology while taking required courses in education in preparation for the five-year M.A.T. or M.Ed. programs and state certification in secondary science education; and 4) provide an opportunity for students to complete a baccalaureate degree in biology while completing the required courses for admission to medical, dental, veterinary, physician assistant, pharmacy, physical therapy, and other professional graduate programs.

The biological sciences program at UNH Manchester can also serve as a springboard for students interested in the B.S. programs in the life sciences at UNH Durham, which include majors in biology, microbiology, zoology, plant biology, wildlife management, environmental conservation, biochemistry, and animal sciences.

Employment opportunities in the public and private sectors include education; food, water, wastewater and other industrial laboratories; clinical laboratories; biotechnology; environmental research and monitoring; and animal behavior.

Students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements. BIOL 413, 414 may be used to satisfy the biological sciences Discovery requirement and CHEM 403, 404 may be used to satisfy the Physical Sciences Discovery requirement. PSYC 402 may be used to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning Discovery requirement; however, students interested in graduate or professional programs are encouraged to take MATH 425, Calculus I, or MATH 424b, Calculus for Life Sciences, to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning requirement.

The UNH Manchester B.A. in biological sciences program is structured with three levels of coursework.

Biology Core Curriculum (9 courses, 37 credits)
The biology core curriculum consists of five required biology courses:
BIOL 413-414, Principles of Biology I and II
BMS 503, General Microbiology
BIOL 541, General Ecology
GEN 604, Principles of Genetics

Two required chemistry courses:
CHEM 403-404, General Chemistry I and II

One course in mathematics:
MATH 418, Analysis and Application of Functions, or MATH 425, Calculus I, or MATH 424b, Calculus for Life Sciences

One course in statistics:
PSYC 402, Statistics in Psychology (other statistics courses such as BIOL 528 or BUS 430 may be used to satisfy this requirement).

Depending on their specific academic and career goals and in consultation with their adviser, students may elect to take additional supporting science courses such as CHEM 545/546, Organic Chemistry with lab (one semester); CHEM 651/653 - 652/654, Organic Chemistry I and II with lab (two semesters); BMCB 658/659, Biochemistry with lab; MATH 426, Calculus II; and PHYS 407-408, General Physics I and II. These courses are often required for admission to medical, professional, and other graduate programs.

Self-Designed Concentration in Biology (4 courses, 16 credits)
Students will select, in consultation with their adviser, four biology courses at the 600-700 level to be taken at UNH Manchester or UNH Durham.

Capstone Experience
The capstone experience will be fulfilled by taking the one-credit course, BSCI 701, Senior Seminar, during either semester of the senior year and a capstone experience, such as BSCI 792, Research; BSCI 793, Internship; or BSCI 795, Independent Study. Senior Seminar will meet weekly during either semester of the senior year in a seminar format to share information about students’ research or independent study activities, listen to presentations on timely issues in biology, and support and provide training in poster production, PowerPoint, and other methods of oral presentation and scientific writing as students prepare to present the results of their capstone activities at the Undergraduate Research Conference or other venues.

In addition, all students will take elective courses to fulfill the 128-credit requirement for a B.A. degree. These elective courses could fulfill the requirements for a major or minor in another program or they could fulfill a self-designed interdisciplinary concentration. They could include some of the supporting science courses listed above. These courses would be selected in consultation with the adviser and the appropriate faculty adviser in another program.

Note: Pre-medical and pre-dental students should enroll in CHEM 651/653 and 652/654. These courses may substitute for CHEM 545/546 and BMCB 658/659. In addition, students should also enroll in MATH 426.

For more information, contact Stephen Pugh, program coordinator, at (603) 641-4128 or Stephen.Pugh@unh.edu; or contact the Office of Admissions.

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Biological Sciences (BIOL)

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Associate Professor: Sarah Prescott, Stephen R. Pugh
Assistant Professor: Patricia A. Halpin, Kyle MacLea

Biological Sciences (A.S.)
Biology is the study of living organisms in both laboratory and field conditions. It concerns itself with questions of understanding the living world, its complex interrelationships, and the role of human beings within it.

The associate of science in biological sciences program at UNH Manchester is designed to serve either as a terminal degree or as a springboard for students interested in the life sciences, which include majors in biology, microbiology, zoology, plant biology, wildlife management, environmental conservation, biochemistry, and animal sciences. Employment opportunities in the public and private sectors include education; food, water, wastewater and other industrial laboratories; clinical laboratories; biotechnology; environmental research and monitoring; and animal behavior.

Students must complete a minimum of 64 credits to graduate. There are two tracks in the A.S. degree program at UNH Manchester: biology and microbiology.

Biology Track Requirements
Math 425, Calculus I, or MATH 424b, Calculus for Life Sciences
PSYC 402, Statistics in Psychology (other statistics courses such as BIOL 528 or BUS 430 may be used to satisfy this requirement).
BIOL 413, Principles of Biology I
BIOL 414, Principles of Biology II
CHEM 403, General Chemistry I
CHEM 404, General Chemistry II
BMS 503, General Microbiology
CHEM 545/546, Organic Chemistry and Organic Chemistry Laboratory
BMCB 658/659, General Biochemistry and General Biochemistry Laboratory
BIOL 541, General Ecology
GEN 604, Principles of Genetics

Microbiology Track Requirements
Students opting for the microbiology track must take all courses listed in the biological sciences program with the exception of BIOL 541, General Ecology. Two additional courses selected from BMS 504, Brewing and Industrial Microbiology; BMS 602, Pathogenic Microbiology; or BMS 601, Bacteriology of Food, are required of students in the microbiology track.

Note: Pre-medical and pre-dental students should enroll in CHEM 651-652 and 653-654 at Durham. These courses may substitute for CHEM 545/546 and BMCB 658-659. In addition, students should also enroll in MATH 426.

For more information, contact Stephen Pugh, program coordinator, at (603) 641-4128, or Stephen.Pugh@unh.edu, or contact the Office of Admissions.

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Biomedical Science (BMS)

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Biotechnology (Biotech)

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Associate Professor: Stephen R. Pugh
Assistant Professor: Patricia A. Halpin

Biotechnology (B.S.)
Biotechnology is the use of living organisms, biological systems, and small chemicals and biomolecules in technology.  Biotechnology has applications in the treatment of diseases, the production of food, the protection of ecosystems, and the generation of energy, as well as in the basic science study of many biological questions.

The B.S. in biotechnology at UNH Manchester is designed to: 1) allow students to earn a baccalaureate degree in biotechnology at UNH; 2) allow students to combine study in biotechnology with other programs and disciplines by completing a minor, or a self-designed set of elective courses along with their biotechnology degree; 3) allow students to complete a major in biotechnology while taking required courses in education in preparation for the five-year M.A.T. or M.Ed. programs and state certification in secondary science education; 4) allow students to complete a baccalaureate degree in biotechnology while completing the required courses for admission to medical, dental, veterinary, optometry, physician assistant, pharmacy, physical therapy, nursing, and other professional graduate programs; and 5) allow students to complete a baccalaureate degree in biotechnology while completing the required courses for admission to graduate research programs (M.S. or Ph.D.) in the life sciences and related fields.

The biotechnology program at UNH Manchester can also serve as a springboard for students interested in the B.S. programs in the life sciences at UNH Durham, which include majors in biology; microbiology; zoology; plant biology; wildlife management; environmental conservation; biochemistry; animal sciences; biomedical science; biochemistry, molecular, and cellular biology; genetics, and more.

Employment opportunities in the public and private sectors include education; research laboratories; clinical laboratories; forensic laboratories; jobs in diverse areas from research to quality control to sales in the pharmaceutical industry; industrial positions in the food industry; water and wastewater laboratories and facilities; and environmental research and monitoring.

Students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and writing requirement. BIOL 413, 414 can be used to satisfy the biological sciences Discovery requirement and CHEM 403, 404 may be used to satisfy the Physical Sciences Discovery requirement. PSYC 402 or MATH 424B/425 may be used to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning Discovery requirement.

The UNH Manchester B.S. in biotechnology program is structured with three levels of coursework.

Biology Core Courses. This consists of a core of five biology courses: BIOL 413 and BIOL 414, Principles of Biology I & II; BMS 503, General Microbiology; GEN 604, Principles of Genetics; and BSCI 501 Ethical Issues in Biology.

Additional Required Science and Math Courses.  Students will take eight supporting science courses: CHEM 403 and 404, General Chemistry I & II; CHEM 651/653, Organic Chemistry I; CHEM 652/654, Organic Chemistry II; BMCB 658/659, Biochemistry; PHYS 401 or 407, Physics I; PSYC 402, Statistics in Psychology; and either MATH 424B, Calculus for Life Sciences, or MATH 425, Calculus I.

Advanced Biology Courses (600/700 level).  Five courses are required with at least one course from each of three categories: 1. Advanced Biology, 2. Laboratory Techniques, and 3. Advanced Microbiology.

Depending on their specific academic and career goals and in consultation with their adviser, students may elect to take additional supporting science courses and a full year of physics (adding PHYS 408 to PHYS 407 listed above, General Physics I and II). These courses are often required for admission to medical, veterinary medical, and other professional and graduate programs.

Capstone Experience
The capstone experience will be fulfilled by taking the one-credit course, BSCI 701, Senior Seminar, during either semester of the senior year and a capstone experience, such as BSCI 792, Research; BSCI 793, Internship; or BSCI 795, Independent Study. Senior Seminar will meet weekly during either semester of the senior year in a seminar format to share information about students’ research or independent study activities, listen to presentations on timely issues in biology, and support and provide training in poster production, PowerPoint, and other methods of oral presentation, and scientific writing as students prepare to present the results of their capstone activities at the Undergraduate Research Conference and other venues.

In addition, all students will take elective courses to fulfill the 128-credit requirement for a B.S. degree. These elective courses could fulfill the requirements for a major or minor in another program or they could fulfill a self-designed interdisciplinary concentration.  These courses would be selected in consultation with the adviser and the appropriate faculty adviser in another program.

Note: Pre-medical, pre-veterinary medicine, and pre-dental students may need a full year of physics, calculus, and additional humanities courses.

For more information, contact Stephen Pugh, program coordinator, at (603) 641-4128, or Stephen.Pugh@unh.edu; or contact the Office of Admissions.

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Business (BUS)

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Professor: Thomas D. Birch
Associate Professor: Kelly M. Kilcrease
Senior Lecturer: William F. Troy
Lecturer: Jeanne Gerard

Business (B.A.)
The bachelor of arts in business has a strong interdisciplinary focus. The curriculum adheres to a philosophy that effective decision making requires a broad understanding of the institutional and cultural climate within which businesses are operating. The program uses the resources of Manchester’s business community and its economic strengths to provide students with skills, knowledge, and opportunities.

The business program offers areas of focus in accounting, business economics and political economy, business and technology, management, marketing, and human resource management. Students with a unique interest can create a self-designed concentration with approval of their adviser and the coordinator of the business program.

A culminating capstone experience enables students to apply their knowledge in the form of an internship, applied senior project, or special topics seminar. Because this is a bachelor of arts program, students fulfill the foreign language requirement. Students have the opportunity to enhance fluency through community experiences and internships. Graduates of UNH Manchester’s business program are in demand because they offer future employers a portfolio of practical and theoretical knowledge and experience combined with effective communication and leadership skills.

Program of Study
Students must complete 128 credits to graduate. Each required course must be completed with a minimum grade of C-. Students must attain a minimum GPA of 2.0 in major courses required for graduation. Majors cannot use BUS 430, ECN 411, or ECN 412 to satisfy both Discovery Program and major requirements. Transfer students must complete at least half of their credits in the major and the 8-credit capstone experience in residence at UNH Manchester.

Introductory Business Core Courses (8 courses)
BUS 400, Introduction to Business
ECN 411, Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles
ECN 412, Introduction to Microeconomic Principles
COMP 411, Introduction to Computer Applications
COMP 510, Fundamentals of Computer Information Systems
BUS 430, Business Statistics
BUS 532, Financial Accounting
BUS 533, Managerial Accounting

Intermediate Business Core (3 courses)
BUS 610, Marketing Principles and Applications
BUS 620, Organizational Behavior
BUS 601, Financial Management

Capstone
Business Capstone Experience (two courses: BUS 705 and one senior business seminar [BUS 750 or 760], fulfills the Discovery Program capstone requirement for business majors and is taken during the senior year)

BUS 705, Business Ethics and
BUS 750, Business Internship Seminar, or BUS 760, Applied Senior Project 

Note: Because this is a bachelor of arts program, students must fulfill a language requirement. Efforts will be made to enhance fluency through subsequent courses and community experiences.

Areas of Study

Accounting
Four courses from the following:
BUS 603, Intermediate Financial Accounting I
BUS 615, Intermediate Financial Accounting II
BUS 629, Advanced Managerial Accounting
BUS 710, Federal Taxation 
BUS 720, Auditing 

Business Economics and Political Economy
Four courses from the following (including at least one course at 600 level or above):
POLT 401, Politics and Society
POLT 403, United States in World Affairs
POLT 560, World Politics
ECN 640, Business Law and Economics
ECN 625, Regulation of Business
ECN 635, Money, Banking and Macroeconomic Activity
ECN 650, Economics for Managers
ECN 670, Public Sector Economics
HUMA 412, Industry and Welfare
POLT 762, International Political Economy
BUS 690, Internship
BUS 695, Independent Study

Business and Technology
Four courses from the following:
COMP 405, Introduction to the Internet and Web Authoring
COMP 425, Computing Fundamentals
COMP 515, Multimedia: Introduction and Applications
COMP 520, Database Design and Development
COMP 550, Networking Concepts

Management
Four courses from the following:
BUS 453, Leadership for Managers
BUS 550, Business Law
BUS 630, International Management
BUS 650, Operations Management
ECN 650, Economics for Managers

Marketing
Four courses from the following:
A. At least three must be from marketing
BUS 565, Selling & Sales Management
BUS 661, Integrated Marketing Communications
BUS 663, Services Marketing & Operations Management
BUS 665, International Marketing Strategy Management

B. May also include one course from:
BUS 675, Special Topics: Negotiations
BUS 695, Independent Study (Marketing/Communication Project)
BUS 690, Internship (in Marketing or Communication)
COMP 405, Internet & Web Authoring

Human Resource Management
BUS 455, Management of Human Resources
BUS 520, Training and Development
BUS 640, Business Communication and Conflict
BUS 660, Employment and Labor Law

Self Designed
Four courses (or 16 credit hours) with faculty approval, including at least one course at 500 level or above.

For more information, contact Bill Troy, program coordinator, at (603) 641-4345 or Bill.Troy@unh.edu, or contact the Office of Admissions.

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Business Administration (Bus)

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Professor: Thomas D. Birch
Associate Professor: Kelly M. Kilcrease
Senior Lecturer: William F. Troy
Lecturer: Jeanne Gerard

Business Administration (A.S.)
Students must complete a minimum of 64 credits to graduate with an associate of science degree in business administration. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required for graduation. In addition to completing eight Discovery Program courses and one Inquiry or Inquiry-attribute course within their first 48 earned credits, students must complete seven courses (28 credits) in the major and one elective course.

Required Courses
BUS 400, Introduction to Business
ECN 412, Introduction to Microeconomics
BUS 532, Introduction to Financial Accounting
BUS 533, Introduction to Managerial Accounting

Business Administration Electives
Choose two of the following courses. Students may select electives from 600-level ECN or BUS courses with adviser permission.*

BUS 430, Introduction to Business Statistics
COMP 405, Introduction to Internet and Web Authoring
COMP 515, Multimedia: Introduction and Applications
COMP 520, Database Design and Development
COMP 530, Machine and Network Architecture
CMN 457, Introduction to Language and Social Interaction
CA 450, Public Speaking
ECN 411, Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles
ECN 635, Money, Banking, and Macroeconomic Activity
ECN 640, Business Law and Economics
ECN 650, Economics for Managers
Other 600-level ECN or BUS courses by permission

*Students planning to pursue the B.A. in business should select BUS 430, Introduction to Business Statistics, and ECN 411, Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles.

For more information, contact Bill Troy, program coordinator, at (603) 641-4345, or contact the Office of Admissions.

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Chemistry (CHEM)

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Lecturer: Samantha Reynolds

 

Chinese (CHIN)

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Lecturer: Xi Zang

 

Communication (CMN)

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Communication Arts (CA)

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Associate Professor: Barbara J. Jago, Jeffrey F. Klenotic, Anthony Tenczar

Communication Arts (B.A.)
Communication Arts majors explore the creativity, artistry, and impact of human communication. The program offers a rich variety of learning experiences, including:

To complete the major, students may select courses from across the Communication Arts curriculum. Students can also focus their coursework by concentrating in one of five suggested areas of study: Cinema and Media Arts*, Digital Media*, News and Public Relations, and Relational Communication. (*Cinema and Media Arts and Digital Media are Degree Options that appear on the official UNH transcript and diploma. For information on Option requirements, students should contact the communication arts program coordinator or their academic advisor).

A degree in Communication Arts prepares students for success in today’s communication-driven society. The program offers students the essential knowledge and flexible skills they need to excel as professional communicators, media artists, and entrepreneurs working in a variety of careers. Our alumni have gone on to work in fields such as radio, television, film, web, digital video, corporate communications, journalism, public relations, social media, advertising, sales, strategic communication, audience research, counseling, conflict mediation, human resources and more. A Communication Arts degree also creates pathways to careers in government, social service, public education, and community affairs, where employers seek graduates who can think creatively and communicate effectively to a variety of audiences and constituents.

Communication Arts faculty bring exceptional expertise to the classroom and are actively engaged in their own creative work and scholarly research. They regularly share their knowledge with audiences around the country and the world. Some are also experienced professionals who bring current, real-world knowledge from their workplace into the classroom. In addition to classroom instruction, the program also provides students with exceptional access to experiential learning opportunities (internships, community-based research, service learning, and media production projects) that occur within real-life settings.

Degree Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements. Communication Arts (CA) majors must complete 10 courses (40 credits) and maintain a minimum overall grade point average of 2.0 in the major. Transfer students must complete at least 20 credits in the Communication Arts major at UNH. Communication Arts majors cannot use CMN 455, 456, 457, or CA 502 to satisfy Discovery requirements. Degree requirements for the major are presented below.

I. Required Core Courses, 12 credits (3 courses): Students must earn a “C” or better in each course to satisfy CA degree requirements.
CMN 455, Introduction to Media Studies
CMN 456, Propaganda and Persuasion
CMN 457, Introduction to Language and Social Interaction

II. Selected Coursework, 28 credits (three courses from area A, two from area B, two from area C). Students must earn a “C -” or better in each selected course to satisfy CA requirements.

  1. Communication Practices: Applied (12 credits). Any three courses.
    CA 444, Manipulating Media: Exploring Image and Sound Aesthetics
    CA 450, Introduction to Public Speaking
    CA 500, Media Writing 
    CA 501, Internship: Communication in the Urban Community
    CA 502, Image and Sound
    CA 503, Techniques for News Reporting
    CA 504, Film Criticism
    CA 506, Gender
    CA 507, Relational Violence
    CA 508, Conflict in Relational Communication
    CA 510, Language and Interaction
    CA 512, Scriptwriting
    CA 513, Radio News Production
    CA 514, Fundamentals of Video Production
    CA 515, Advanced Video Production
    CA 516, Speechwriting
    CA 517, Fundamentals of Audio Production
    CA 518, Advanced Topics in Digital Media Production
    CA 519, Advanced Screenwriting
    CA 520, Special Topics in Applied Communication
    CA 522, Graphic Design I
    CA 523, Graphic Design II
    COMP 515, Multimedia: Introduction and Applications
    HIST 595, Issues in Public History
    PSYC 762, Counseling 
  1. Communication Practices: Organization, History, and Policy (8 credits). Any two courses.
    CA 525, Media Programming
    CA 526, Organization of Newswork
    CA 527, History of Film
    CA 528, Media Policy and Law
    CA 531, History and Organization of Advertising
    CA 532, Typography I
    CA 533, Typography II
    CA 535, Marital Communication
    CA 537, Health Communication
    CA 539, Communicating in Families
    CA 540, Public Relations
    CA 542, Social Media for Organizations and Business
    CA 550, Special Topics in Communication Organization, History and Policy
    ENGL 534, 221st Century Journalism
  1. Communication Practices: Theory and Research (8 credits). Any two courses.
    CA 600, Research Methods: Media
    CA 601, Exploring Relationships
    CA 610, Communication Technologies and Culture
    CA 611, Theories of Relational Communication
    CA 612, Narrative
    CA 614, Communication and Power
    CA 615, Film History: Theory and Method
    CA 618, Documentary
    CA 720, Seminar in Communication Arts
    CA 795, Independent Study

Capstone Requirement
The capstone requirement will be satisfied in a student’s senior year by completion of a specific four-credit capstone course at the 600 or 700 levels. Students may not enroll in a capstone course until they have completed all three CA program core courses (CMN 455, 456, and 457) and all CA Area A and Area B requirements. The capstone course can also fulfill an Area C course requirement.

The capstone experience offers seniors an opportunity to synthesize and apply knowledge and skills gained throughout their communication arts major coursework. The capstone course requires students to conduct an original research study, a creative media project, an internship, community-based research, or an advanced service learning project in communication arts under the close supervision of a communication arts faculty member. Students are strongly encouraged to share their capstone projects with the larger UNH community through participation in the Undergraduate Research Conference, a presentation in the Brown Bag lunch series, publication in the UNH undergraduate journal Inquiry, or presentation in some other public venue. Students should work closely with their advisers to make sure the capstone requirement has been satisfied.

Courses that satisfy this requirement include, but are not limited to: CA 601, Exploring Relationships; CA 614, Communication and Power; CA 615, Film History: Theory and Method; CA 720, Seminar in Communication Arts; and CA 795, Independent Study.

Suggested Areas of Study
Students may choose courses from across the Communication Arts curriculum, but those wishing to meet specific academic or professional goals may plan coursework using one of the pathways suggested below. Please note that these are “suggested” areas of study that may be used to help plan courses but will not appear on the student’s official UNH transcript. Students who wish to complete a Degree Option that appears on their transcript should contact the communication arts program coordinator or schedule an appointment with their academic advisor to get more information on specific option requirements.

Cinema and Media Arts
CA 444, Manipulating Media
CA 500, Media Writing
CA 501, Internship: Communication in the Urban Community
CA 502, Image and Sound
CA 504, Film Criticism
CA 512, Scriptwriting
CA 514, Fundamentals of Video Production
CA 515, Advanced Video Production
CA 517, Fundamentals of Audio Production
CA 518, Advanced Topics in Digital Media Production
CA 519, Advanced Screenwriting
CA 522, Graphic Design I
CA 523, Graphic Design II
CA 525, Media Programming
CA 527, History of Film
CA 531, History and Organization of Advertising
CA 532, Typography I
CA 533, Typography II
CA 600, Research Methods: Media
CA 615, Film History: Theory and Method
CA 618, Documentary
CA 720, Seminar in Communication Arts

Digital Media
CA 500, Media Writing
CA 501, Internship: Communication in the Urban Community
CA 502, Image and Sound
CA 504, Film Criticism
CA 514, Fundamentals of Video Production
CA 515, Advanced Video Production
CA 517, Fundamentals of Audio Production
CA 518, Advanced Topics in Digital Media Production
CA 522, Graphic Design I
CA 523, Graphic Design II
CA 531, History and Organization of Advertising
CA 532, Typography I
CA 533, Typography II
CA 540, Public Relations
CA 542, Social Media for Organizations and Business
CA 610, Communication Technologies and Culture
CA 720, Seminar in Communication Arts

News and Public Relations
CA 450, Introduction to Public Speaking
CA 500, Media Writing
CA 501, Internship: Communication in the Urban Community
CA 503, Techniques for News Reporting
CA 513, Radio News Production
CA 516, Speechwriting
CA 517, Fundamentals of Audio Production
CA 525, Media Programming
CA 526, Organization of Newswork
CA 528, Media Policy and Law
CA 531, History and Organization of Advertising
CA 540, Public Relations
CA 542, Social Media for Organizations and Business
CA 600, Research Methods: Media
CA 610, Communication Technologies and Culture
CA 618, Documentary
CA 720, Seminar in Communication Arts
ENGL 534, 21st Century Journalism

Relational Communication
CA 501, Internship: Communication in the Urban Community
CA 506, Gender
CA 507, Relational Violence
CA 508, Conflict in Relational Communication
CA 510, Language and Interaction
CA 535, Marital Communication
CA 537, Health Communication
CA 539, Communicating in Families
CA 601, Exploring Relationships
CA 611, Theories of Relational Communication
CA 612, Narrative
CA 614, Communication and Power
CA 720, Seminar in Communication Arts

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Computer Information Systems (COMP)

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Associate Professor: Mihaela Sabin
Assistant Professor: Michael Jonas
Lecturer: Karen Jin

Computer Information Systems (B.S.)
The computer information systems (CIS) or information technology (IT) field, in its broadest sense, encompasses all aspects of computing technology. During their program of study, students develop a strong skillset to effectively select, administer, apply, and integrate computing technologies to create IT solutions that meet the needs of users within an organizational context.

The bachelor of science degree in Computer Information Systems prepares graduates with knowledge, skills, and professional practices to work in the highly integrated field of computing technologies and to grow into leadership positions. The program also enables graduates to further their studies at the graduate level and pursue research in a computing-related discipline.

Career opportunities for students with an undergraduate CIS degree are varied, but may include such areas as software applications developer, data security specialist, database developer/administrator, e-commerce analyst/programmer, help desk manager, multimedia developer, network/system administrator, technical writer, technology trainer, user support specialist, testing and quality assurance specialist, or web developer. Career options exist in a wide range of organizations as all businesses, industries, and nonprofits continue to use, develop, and integrate information technology solutions.

Program Educational Objectives
Within five years of graduation a CIS student should be able to:

Program Outcomes
The program enables students to achieve, by time of graduation, the following competencies:

The CIS program outcomes are aligned with criteria for accrediting computing programs (the first nine outcomes listed above) and information technology programs (the last five outcomes listed above) as recommended by the ABET Computing Accreditation Commission and the ACM Computing Curricula – IT 2008 Information Technology guidelines.

Program of Study
Students majoring in computer information systems must complete 128 credits to graduate, satisfy the University’s Discovery Program, and complete 61 credits in the major with a minimum of C- in each course and 16 credits in a self-designed concentration in an area of study that enhances learning in the IT discipline. Students must maintain an overall cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better.

Transfer students who elect to major in computer information systems must earn 61 approved credits for completion of the CIS major, of which at least 24 credits must be completed at UNH Manchester; and 16 approved credits for completion of a self-designed concentration.

Program Requirements
The CIS program of study requires one mathematics course from the following: MATH 420, Finite Math; MATH 424B, Calculus for Biological Sciences; MATH 425, Calculus I; or COMP 500, Discrete Structures. Any of these courses, except for COMP 500, may be used to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning Discovery requirement. 

Introductory Core (4 courses, 16 credits) 
COMP 405, Introduction to the Internet and Web Authoring (may be used to satisfy the Environment, Technology and Society, Discovery breadth requirement)
COMP 425, Programming Fundamentals
COMP 430, Systems Fundamentals
COMP 530, Machine and Network Architecture

Intermediate Core (4 courses, 16 credits) 
COMP 520, Database Design and Development
COMP 525, Data Structures Fundamentals
COMP 550, Networking Concepts
COMP 560, Ethics and Law in the Digital Age (may be used to satisfy Humanities Discovery requirement)

Integrative and Professional Experience (5 courses, 17 credits)
COMP 715, Computer Security
COMP 730, Object-Oriented Software Development
UMST 582, Internship/Career Planning Seminar (1 credit)
COMP 690, Internship Experience
COMP 790, Capstone Project (satisfies the Discovery senior capstone experience requirement)
CIS electives (3 courses, 12 credits) chosen from COMP courses not already applied to the major. No COMP 400-level courses or other major courses without permission from adviser

Concentration (4 courses, 16 credits)
Majors can creatively design a concentration of courses that meet their academic and professional goals and career plans. Four courses can be selected across a wide university curriculum, reflecting majors’ interests in a liberal arts, scientific, engineering, interdisciplinary, or professional area of study. The concentration must be approved by the student’s adviser before the student’s junior year.

For additional information about the computer information systems program, contact Michael Jonas, (603) 641-4352, michael.jonas@unh.edu, or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions, (603) 641-4150, unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

 

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Computer Science (CS)

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Research Assistant Professor: Thomas Butkiewicz
Affiliate Assistant Professor: Kevin Ma , Michael Jonas
Lecturer: Alejo Hausner, Karen Jin, Sofia Lemons, Arvind Narayan

 

Computer Science & Entrepreneurship (CS&E)

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Associate Professor: Mihaela Sabin
Assistant Professor: Michael Jonas
Lecturer: Karen Jin

Computer Science and Entrepreneurship (B.S.)
The computer science and entrepreneurship (CS&E) program combines a solid foundation in computing with the entrepreneurial and business skills necessary to succeed in today’s start-up and high-tech environments. The program is designed in response to market demand for students proficient in computer science with business knowledge.

Students in the bachelor of science in Computer Science and Entrepreneurship degree program are required to complete three sponsored projects focusing on entrepreneurship, engineering, and a new venture creation. The courses give students the opportunity to work with industry experts through internships and sponsored research. Students are also required to create a business plan, which they will have to pitch to venture capitalists and industry professionals.

Career opportunities for students with an undergraduate CS&E degree are varied, and may include such areas as applications developer, computer and information research scientist, data security specialist, database administrator, database developer, multimedia developer, network architect, product development manager, quality assurance analyst, software systems developer, user experience designer, or web developer.

Program Educational Objectives
Within five years of graduation, a CS&E student should be able to:

Program Outcomes
The program enables students to achieve, by time of graduation, the following competencies:

Program of Study
Students majoring in computer science and entrepreneurship must complete 128 credits to graduate, satisfy the University’s Discovery Program, and complete 61 credits in the major with a minimum of C- in each course and 16 business-related credits in the entrepreneurship area. Students must maintain an overall cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better.

Transfer students who elect to major in computer science and entrepreneurship must earn 61 approved credits for completion of the their major, of which at least 24 credits must be completed at UNH Manchester; and 16 approved credits for completion of the entrepreneurship component.

Program Requirements

Mathematics and Science (4 courses, 16 credits)
The CS&E program of study requires three mathematics courses and one physics course:
COMP 490, Statistics in Computing and Engineering
COMP 500, Discrete Structures
MATH 425, Calculus I
PHYS 407, General Physics I
MATH 425 may be used to satisfy the Quantitative Reasoning Discovery requirement and PHY 407 may be used to satisfy the Physical Sciences Discovery requirements. 

Computing Core (8 courses, 32 credits)

COMP 415 may be used to satisfy Environment, Technology, and Society Discovery requirements. COMP 560 may be used to satisfy Humanities Discovery requirement.

Project and Professional Practice (4 courses, 13 credits)
The program prepares students for the workforce and further education in a holistic way by emphasizing communication, collaboration, team work, initiative, appreciation for diversity, and self-direction and responsibility. These competencies are developed through the following sequence of courses:

Entrepreneurship Component (4 courses, 16 credits)
Four courses that round out the student skill set form the entrepreneurship component. These courses are selected from the following courses offered in the business program:

Computing Topics (3 courses, 12 credits)
Three courses in computing broaden and advance student learning of computing innovations.

For additional information about the computer science and entrepreneurship program, contact Michael Jonas, (603) 641-4352, michael.jonas@unh.edu, or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions, (603) 641-4150, unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

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Earth Sciences (ESCI)

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Extension Assistant Professor: Erik Chapman

 

Economics (ECN)

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Professor: Thomas D. Birch

 

Education (EDUC)

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Engineering Technology (ET)

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Assistant Professor: Christopher D. LeBlanc, Sean Tavares

Engineering Technology (B.S.)
Engineering technology requires the application of engineering and scientific knowledge and methods combined with technical skills in support of engineering activities. Graduates may work in a variety of areas including engineering design, manufacturing, field service, testing, and sales and may work in management positions related to engineering, manufacturing, and computer technology.

The UNH Manchester engineering technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, 415 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, (410) 347-7700.

The engineering technology program at UNH Manchester offers only junior- and senior-level coursework. Students admitted to this program must have an appropriate associate degree from the New Hampshire Technical Institute or an equivalent institution accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ETAC of ABET) or show academic evidence of ability to successfully complete the requirements of this calculus-based program. After two major courses, non-matriculated students must either be admitted to the program or declare that they are not planning to pursue a degree in engineering technology.

The programs at UNH Manchester are designed to meet the needs of both full- and part-time students with a mix of classes scheduled during the day and in the evening.

Program of Study
Students may major in electrical engineering technology, electrical engineering technology with a concentration in computer engineering technology, or mechanical engineering technology. All entering ET students should have completed mathematics through differential and integral calculus (Calculus I & II). Students without Calculus II will be required to take ET 630, Analytical Methods in Engineering Technology. Students with Calculus II may have ET 630 waived, although it is recommended that it still be taken, as there are other useful topics covered. Students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program.

Program Courses:
Electrical Engineering Technology (EET)
ET 625, Technical Communications
ET 630, Analytical Methods in Engineering Technology
ET 671, Digital Systems
ET 674, Control Systems and Components
ET 677, Analog Systems
ET 680, Communications and Fields
ET 697, Topics in Electrical Engineering Technology
ET 734, Economics of Business Activities
ET 781, Automation Engineering
ET 788, Introduction to Digital Signal Processing
ET 791, Electrical Engineering Technology Project (Senior Capstone Project, two semesters; satisfies the Discovery Senior Capstone Experience requirement)
Discovery Program Requirements, Writing Intensive (WI) Requirement, and electives

EET Computer Engineering Technology Option (EET-CET)
COMP 625, Data Structures and Algorithms
ET 625, Technical Communications
ET 630, Analytical Methods in Engineering Technology
ET 671, Digital Systems
ET 697, Topics in Electrical Engineering Technology
COMP 715, Information Security
COMP 725, Programming Languages
COMP 730, Object Oriented Software Development
ET 733, Business Organization and Law
ET 734, Economics of Business Activities
ET 791, Electrical Engineering/CET Technology Project (Senior Capstone Project, two semesters; satisfies the Discovery Senior Capstone Experience requirement.
Discovery Program Requirements, Writing Intensive (WI) Requirement, and electives

Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET)
ET 625, Technical Communications
ET 630, Analytical Methods in Engineering Technology
ET 635,  Fluid Technology and Heat Transfer
ET 641, Production Systems
ET 644, MET Concepts in Design and Analysis
ET 674, Control Systems and Components
ET 675, Electrical Technology
ET 696, Topics in Mechanical Engineering Technology
ET 734, Economics of Business Activities
ET 751, Mechanical Engineering Technology Project (Senior Capstone Project, two semesters; satisfies the Discovery Senior Capstone Experience requirement)
ET 781, Automation Engineering
Discovery Program Requirements, Writing Intensive (WI) Requirement, and electives

Mechanical engineering technology students must satisfactorily complete CHEM 403, General Chemistry, or offer evidence of equivalent coursework.

For information about the engineering technology program, contact the B.S. engineering technology program coordinator for the electrical engineering technology (EET) and the EET computer engineering technology options, Christopher LeBlanc, at (603) 641-4323, or Christopher.LeBlanc@unh.edu.

For information about the mechanical engineering technology program (MET), contact Sean Tavares at (603) 641-4322, or Sean.Tavares@unh.edu.

For admissions information, contact the Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150.

 

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English (ENGL)

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Associate Professor: Gail Fensom, Susanne F. Paterson, Susan A. Walsh
Assistant Professor: Seth Abramson
Senior Lecturer: Robert M. Pugh

English (B.A.)
Through the study of a wide variety of literary materials, English majors deepen their understanding of history, culture, language, and human behavior. They also gain skill in writing, reading, and critical thinking.

The faculty of the UNH Manchester English department specializes in American and British fiction, Victorian literature and art, Renaissance drama, interdisciplinary studies, composition, and grammar.

Many upper-level courses are conducted as seminars, and individual conferences with professors are common. When possible, field trips to see local performances of drama and poetry readings are planned in conjunction with specific literature courses.

Job prospects for English majors after graduation are varied. English majors find employment in libraries and museums, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, publishing companies, journalism, the media, marketing, advertising, social work, banking, and many other fields. English graduates also are well prepared to enter graduate study in fields such as law and business.

English Program of Study
For the English major at UNH Manchester, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements, and complete a minimum of 40 credits in major coursework. Introduction to Critical Analysis (ENGL 419) must be completed with a grade of C or better. Except for ENGL 419, all courses must be completed with a grade of C- or above in order to count toward the English major.

Major requirements include ENGL 419, two 500-level courses, six courses numbered 600 or above, one course numbered 500 or above, and, of these, one course that qualifies as a Diversity offering, with an overall grade-point average in the major of 2.0 or better. The capstone will be a 700-level course designated as such by the instructor in consultation with the student, or the Senior Seminar, ENGL 787. In selecting these courses, students must meet the following distribution requirements:

ENGL 419, Introduction to Literary Analysis, or ENGL 529, Writing About Literature

Literature before 1800: Either two advanced courses (numbered 600 or above), or one advanced course and ENGL 512 or 513

Literature after 1800: Either two advanced courses, or one advanced course and one course from the following list: ENGL 514, 515, or 516

Total English courses must include ENGL 419, two 500-level courses, six courses numbered 600 and above, one course numbered 500 level and above, and, of these, one must include a Diversity course

A typical first-year program in the first semester consists of First-Year English and three Discovery Program requirements or electives. In the second semester, the student typically would take Introduction to Critical Analysis, an introductory literature course, and two Discovery Program requirements or electives.

Writing Focus for English Majors
The English department offers a writing focus for English majors interested in creative or other specialized types of writing. Students who might be interested include students with an interest in graduate school in English or writing; students thinking about teaching and teaching writing; students considering law school or journalism training; students looking for careers in marketing and advertising; students wanting to write for corporate in-house publications; students thinking about freelance writing for magazines; and students who enjoy creative writing.

Four of the following nine courses are required. Students should take at least one 500-level course before taking 600- and 700-level courses.

English 501, Introduction to Creative Nonfiction
English 502, Technical Writing
English 503, Persuasive Writing
English 623, Essay Writing
English 625/626, Writing Fiction
English 627/628, Writing Poetry
English 710, Teaching Writing
Special Studies in Writing courses will be offered on an occasional basis.

For more information about the English program, contact Susanne Paterson, program coordinator, (603) 641-4115, or susanne.paterson@unh.edu. Or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150, or unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

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English (ENG)

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Senior Lecturer: Robert M. Pugh

 

English Teaching (ENGLTCH)

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Associate Professor: Gail Fensom, Susanne F. Paterson, Susan A. Walsh
Assistant Professor: Seth Abramson
Senior Lecturer: Robert M. Pugh

English Teaching, (B.A.)
The English Teaching major uses language, literature, and standards-based teaching as a means to explore education.

The English Teaching major is designed for students wishing to teach English or language arts in middle or high schools, grades 5-12. Students learn what the study of English entails and how areas of knowledge and the abilities to read, write, and discuss can best be taught to students in grades 5-12.

This major takes the guesswork out of course selection by clearly delineating the prerequisites necessary for New Hampshire state teaching certification and UNH’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT).

For the English Teaching major at UNH Manchester, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements, and complete a minimum of 40 credits in major coursework. The major requirements consist of a minimum of 10 courses, including ENGL 419, two 500-level courses (or one 500-level and ENGL 405), six courses numbered 600 and above and one additional 500-, 600-, or 700-level class of the student's choosing. These 10 courses (40 credits) must include the Diversity requirement and the capstone requirement. The capstone will be a 700-level course designated as such by the instructor in consultation with the student, or the Senior Seminar, ENGL 787. To count toward the major, grades must be C- or above, except ENGL 419, which must be completed with a minimum grade of C. In selecting these courses, students must meet the following distribution requirements:

Program Requirements
ENGL 419, Introduction to Critical Analysis
ENGL 514, Survey of British Literature, 1800-President
ENGL 516, Survey of American Literature, Civil War to Present
An additional 500/600/700-level English course
Two literature courses 600/700 level
ENGL 657, Shakespeare
ENGL 710, Teaching Writing
ENGL 791, English Grammar
ENGL 792, Teaching Literature and Literacy

Combine the English Teaching major with UNH’s renowned MAT, taken at the Manchester campus, and in five years students can be state certified to teach English and Language Arts. With the five-year master’s option, students can apply 12 undergraduate credits to the advanced degree. The English Teaching major includes courses that will introduce students to the Common Core Standards, a nationwide effort now transforming K-12 education.

For more information about the English program, contact Gail Fensom, director of First-Year Writing, (603) 641-4162, or gail.fensom@unh.edu. Or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150, or unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

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Exchange (EXCH)

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French (FREN)

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General Studies (GenStud)

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General Studies (A.A.)
The associate of arts in general studies offers students academic flexibility in a program that combines the foundations of a liberal education and elective courses that satisfy personal interests. The A.A. in general studies is the first two years of a baccalaureate program and all 400-level courses transfer to and fulfill the University’s Discovery requirements. Students who earn an A.A. in general studies have a foundation for continued study in any major while they develop problem-solving skills, cognitive skills, and learning techniques that are vital to a lifetime of learning. Many students begin their college study in the A.A. general studies program. Depending on personal interests and academic goals, students may choose to apply to a baccalaureate degree program prior to completion of the A.A. degree.

To graduate with an associate of arts degree in general studies, students must complete 64 credits, earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, and fulfill two types of requirements: University Discovery Program and degree requirements. The program includes nine courses from the Discovery Program curriculum. Working with their advisers, students enhance their program of study with elective courses where they can explore their interests and possible baccalaureate degree majors. The last 16 hours of credit must be UNH courses completed following admission and matriculation, unless permission is granted to transfer part of this work from another institution.

The A.A. general studies program includes the following course requirements:
Two writing-intensive courses, one of which must be ENGL 401, First-Year Writing
One course in quantitative reasoning (must be completed within the first 32 credits)
Two courses chosen from two different categories: Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, or Environment, Technology and Society. One must be a lab course.
One course in Historical Perspectives                         
One course in World Culture or Fine and Performing Arts
One course in Social Science
One course in Humanities
Completion of the interdisciplinary core requirement, Humanities I or Humanities II
One Inquiry or Inquiry attribute course, to be completed within the student’s first 48 earned credits
Elective courses

For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150 or unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

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Genetics (GEN)

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Assistant Professor: Jeffrey T. Foster

 

Geography (GEOG)

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History (HIST)

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Professor: John J. Cerullo, John P. Resch
Associate Professor: Robert L. Macieski

History (B.A.)
The study of history is an essential element of a liberal arts education. The history major develops both an awareness of the past and the tools to express one’s knowledge. Study of the past gives meaning to the present, increasing understanding of the political, social, economic, and cultural forces that influence contemporary life. 

The study of history may encompass all of human culture and society, and UNH Manchester’s history program allows great latitude in the subjects that students may select as their focus. In fact, the study of those subjects is often best pursued through an interdisciplinary approach, something we encourage.   

The student who majors in history will not only have the opportunity to study the breadth of human experience, but will also acquire the most important and broadly applicable skills conferred by a liberal-arts education: critical thinking, independent research, and effective writing skills. Students of history learn to analyze conflicting evidence; to find cause and effect; to express themselves clearly; to ask relevant questions; and to seek out their own answers. In explaining human events, they come to value careful observation and balanced, informed evaluations of the information at hand. Those are the skills that characterize effective, productive individuals in any and all walks of life. 

Students majoring in history must complete a minimum of 128 credits, satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements, and take ten 4-credit history courses or their equivalent. Students must receive at least a C in HIST 500 and HIST 797, and at least a C- in the other eight courses with an overall average in these courses of 2.0 or better.

History majors are urged to complete HIST 500 in the semester following the major declaration, and HIST 797 during the senior year. Between those gateway and capstone courses, History majors take eight additional history courses. A minimum of three of those must be 600-level or above. A student’s area of concentration is comprised of either four or five of those eight courses; all courses within that concentration must be either 500 or 600 level. No more than two 695/696 courses (Independent Studies) may be put toward the ten-course requirement, and only one 695/696 (Independent Study) course may be put toward the (three-course) 600-level requirement. No more than two 400-level courses may be counted toward the major. The program must be planned in consultation with an adviser.

The distribution of required courses for the major is as follows:
HIST 500, Introduction to Historical Thinking
HIST 797, Colloquium in History (fulfills the Discovery Program capstone requirement for history majors and is taken during the senior year)

CONCENTRATION. Either four or five courses numbered 500 and above centered around a nation, region, time period, interdisciplinary theme, or other subject approved by a faculty adviser. Two of these courses may be in another program, if the student’s adviser approves.

COMPLIMENTARY CATEGORY.  At least three history courses from outside the area of specialization.

A particular feature of the history program at UNH Manchester is the opportunity to do internships for academic credit. These internships, which enable students to work in museums, historical societies, government agencies, archives, and other institutional settings, are arranged with the help of the faculty.   

A typical first-year program consists of at least two history courses (e.g., Introduction to Historical Thinking, Western Civilization, Historical Survey of American Civilization, etc.); First-Year English; three to five Discovery Program requirements; and/or electives.

For more information about the history program, contact John Cerullo, program coordinator, at (603) 641-4109 or John.Cerullo@unh.edu. Or, contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150 or unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

 

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Homeland Security (HLS)

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Professor: James D. Ramsay

The Homeland Security Program at UNH Manchester will give students the tools to defend, protect, act, and react to a variety of threats, including threats from small- and large-scale attacks of violence and terrorism, to technological hazards or catastrophic natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes.

The Homeland Security Program is built around the expertise and advice of subject matter experts from around the nation. Its proven curriculum includes practical experiences, service-learning opportunities, and consulting opportunities that empower students to manage programs and lead people. It provides students with an impressive array of tools including how to do strategic planning, how to build emergency management and continuity plans, how to perform an organization-wide security and risk assessments, and how to design and evaluate exercises. The curriculum is flexible and includes the ability to either obtain two minors or to double major within four years. Ultimately, the homeland security program empowers students to be successful on the job market or in graduate school. 

Homeland security is a broad field providing students with many graduate school opportunities and career paths in the public sector (e.g., local, state or federal government), the private sector, or the military. Students will find diverse and rewarding career opportunities in cyber security/information assurance; intelligence analysis; civil or Foreign Service; diplomatic security; law enforcement at the local, state or federal level; emergency and disaster management; immigration; border and transportation security; policy making; corporate security; risk management; critical infrastructure protection; human security; and more. 

Program Requirements
Introduction to Homeland Security
Foundations of Information Security
Fundamentals of Corporate Security
Professional Skills in Homeland Security
Fundamentals of Emergency Management
Critical Infrastructure Security & Resilience
Homeland Security Law and Policy
Political Violence & Terrorism
Environmental and Human Security (ETS Discovery course)
Exercise Design and Evaluation
Intelligence Systems and Structures
Strategic Planning and Decision Making
Internship in Homeland Security OR Thesis in Homeland Security
Capstone in Homeland Security

Complimentary Block of Courses.  In addition to the core HLS courses, students must complete 40 additional credits in one of five ways:  (1) two minors; (2) a minor AND a “coherent block”/self-designed concentration approved by the HLS coordinator; (3) a second major; (4) an associate’s degree transferred in to UNH; (5) some other combination of coursework with consent of the HLS program coordinator.

For additional information about the Homeland Security Program, contact James Ramsay at james.ramsay@unh.edu, or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions, (603) 641-4150, unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

 

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Humanities (HUMA)

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Professor: John J. Cerullo, John P. Resch
Senior Lecturer: Phillip Deen

Humanities (B.A.)
The UNH Manchester humanities program is an interdisciplinary study of the human condition, past and present. The program is based on careful examination of substantial works from a variety of disciplines and is intended to develop intellectual skills, specialized knowledge, and breadth of understanding. It provides students with a broad foundation of knowledge and skills in the liberal arts combined with a coordinated, self-designed program of studies in an area of individual student interest.

The program attracts highly motivated students who wish to assume significant responsibility for the content and direction of their studies. Humanities students develop skills of analysis, critical assessment, and effective communication as they study diverse works of art, music, literature, history, philosophy, and the sciences. Individually designed programs may cover the full range of student interests: for example, the social and ethical implications of genetic engineering or the examination of an historical period through study of its literature, arts, history, philosophy, and sciences. Students complete their major with two capstone seminars. The first, HUMA 795, Study of Creativity, explores the nature of creativity through the lives and works of individuals such as Leonardo da Vinci, Kathe Kollwitz, Mozart, Freud, Einstein, and Georgia O’Keeffe. The second seminar, HUMA 796, Study of Contemporary Issues, explores current social and political issues with a focus on developments in public policy, science, and business, and their impact on social values.

Humanities majors find employment in a wide range of fields or pursue graduate study in subjects such as law or education. Skills and knowledge developed through the major are important in virtually all social and career responsibilities. A humanities major or minor can also complement work in other majors such as elementary or secondary education, business, communications, or computer information systems.

Program of Study
For the humanities major at UNH Manchester, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements, and students must complete 40 credits with a minimum grade of C in each course in the major. The required courses for the humanities major are:

Core Courses (required of all majors)
HIST 500, Introduction to Historical Thinking
or
ENGL 419, Introduction to Literary Analysis
HUMA 411, Humanities I
HUMA 412, Humanities II

Discovery Program Capstone Courses:
HUMA 795, Humanities: Study of Creativity
HUMA 796, Humanities: Study of Contemporary Issues

Self-Designed Concentration
This is an approved program of study designed by the student in consultation with a faculty adviser. In addition to courses available on the Manchester campus, students may, with prior approval, use courses from area colleges and the University’s Durham campus. The concentration is made up of two humanities courses (HUMA prefix) at the 600 or 700 level and three courses from any relevant discipline at any level.

For more information, contact Jack Resch, program coordinator, at Jack.Resch@unh.edu or (603) 641-4134; or contact the Office of Admissions.

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Intercollege (INCO)

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Italian (ITAL)

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Mathematics (MATH)

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Assistant Professor: Jeremiah W. Johnson
Lecturer: Donald Plante

 

Music (MUSI)

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Assistant Professor: Nathan Jorgensen

 

Neuropsychology (PSYC)

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Lecturer: Daniel R. Seichepine

Neuropsychology (B.S.)
Neuropsychology is the study of the human brain and its relationship to behavior. The UNH Manchester program focuses on the biological basis of human functioning in both normal and pathological states (e.g., dementia, depression, etc.) and therefore, prepares students for careers working with individuals with various mental health and neurological conditions. This interdisciplinary program offers a concentration of core and advanced courses in psychology and biology while providing sufficient flexibility for students to customize their education in order to meet specific requirements for their chosen career path, including the health professions.

The neuropsychology program prepares students for a variety of careers within the field of neuroscience, including bachelor-level positions and graduate training in research and health professions. At the bachelor-level, students are prepared for positions in healthcare (e.g., clinical laboratory technologist, psychometrician) and biomedical research (research assistant). The program is also designed to provide the flexibility needed to prepare students for graduate training in the health professions, such as being a physician, physician assistant, psychologist, neuropsychologist, or occupational therapist. Students interested in medical school are able to complete premedical requirements within four years.

Program of Study
Students majoring in neuropsychology must complete a minimum of 128 credits and satisfy the University’s Discovery Program, and complete 56 credits in the major with a minimum of C- in each course and a 2.0 overall grade-point average in all major requirements. Three courses in the major can be used to fulfill both a major requirement and a Discovery requirement, providing students with more flexibility to customize their education.

Transfer students who elect to major in neuropsychology must complete at least 32 credits in the program at UNH (Durham or Manchester campuses) to qualify for the degree in neuropsychology. The department’s academic advisers will determine the distribution of these credits. Transfer students should note that courses are allotted only the number of credits granted by the original institution (after adjustments for semester-hour equivalents). Thus, students transferring from an institution at which courses carry less than four credits each must make up for any credit deficit created by acceptance of transfer credits into the neuropsychology major.  

Specific course selections should be discussed with the adviser. Exceptions to the requirements for the major require a petition to the department.

Program Requirements

A. Nine core courses in Psychology and Biology

BIOL 413 and 414, Principles of Biology I and II (both with lab); CHEM 403, General Chemistry (with lab); GEN 604, Genetics; PSYC 401, Introduction to Psychology; PSYC 402, Statistics in Psychology; PSY 502, Research Methods in Psychology; PSYC 531, Psychobiology; and PSYC 705, Tests and Measurement.

C. Three Advanced Courses in Psychology and Biology

BSCI 680, Pharmacology; BSCI 735, Cell Biology; PSYC 710, Visual Perception; PSYC 713, Psychology of Consciousness; PSYC 731, Brain and Behavior (with lab); PSYC 733, Drugs and Behavior; PSYC 736, Neurobiology of Mood Disorders; or PSYC 741, Advanced Topics A (Natural Science), B (Cognition), or D (Biological/Sensory).

Note: students can either take Pharmacology (BSCI 680) or Brain and Behavior (PSYC 731) for major credit, but not both.

D. One Advanced Elective in Psychology

PSYC 712, Psychology of Language; PSYC 758, Health Psychology; PSYC 762, Counseling; or PSYC 791, Advanced Topics D (Abnormal/Counseling), or G (Adult Development).

E. Capstone Requirement:

PSYC 793, Internship (at approved site); PSYC 795 Advanced Topics A (Physiological), B (Perception), F (Cognition), or O (Advanced Externship), Independent Study with UNH Manchester URC presentation or capstone seminar.

For more information about the neuropsychology program, contact Daniel Seichepine, Ph.D., program coordinator, at Daniel.Seichepine@unh.edu or (603) 641-4356. Or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150, or unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

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Nutrition (NUTR)

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Clinical Assistant Professor: Kevin J. Pietro

 

Philosophy (PHIL)

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Physics (PHYS)

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Assistant Professor: Noé Lugaz, Patricia H. Solvignon

 

Plant Biology (PBIO)

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Political Science (POLT)

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Assistant Professor: Melinda Negron-Gonzales
Lecturer: Stephen Pimpare

 

Politics and Society (PS)

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Assistant Professor: Melinda Negron-Gonzales
Lecturer: Stephen Pimpare

Politics and Society (B.A.)
The bachelor of arts degree in politics and society provides an interdisciplinary approach to the study of politics. Though grounded in political science, the program draws on other social science disciplines—sociology, economics, anthropology—to explore the many ways in which politics both shapes and is shaped by social, cultural, economic, and historical context. Students may choose to concentrate in American politics & public policy, international & comparative studies, or law & justice.

Politics and society majors develop critical thinking, communication, and research skills essential for careers in government, politics, non-profits, international affairs, journalism, and business. Graduates of the program also will be well-prepared for graduate studies in law, political science, international relations, sociology, public policy, public administration, journalism, and diplomacy.

As the University’s urban campus, UNH Manchester is well-positioned to connect students to local, state, and national politics through coursework, research, and internships. Students will have opportunities to work on local and national political campaigns, in local government, and with community organizations for credit as a part of their senior capstone project.

For complete more information, contact program coordinator Melinda Negron-Gonzales at (603) 641-4364 or melinda.negron@unh.edu; or contact the Office of Admissions.

Program of Study
Students must complete 128 credits to graduate, including 44 credits in the politics and society major. Students must maintain an overall cumulative GPA of 2.0 and a cumulative GPA in the major of 2.0. No credit toward the major will be given for any course in which the student receives a grade of less than C-. Students also must fulfill the UNH Discovery Program requirements. Up to three courses may be used toward both the politics and society major and UNH Discovery Program requirements. Transfer students must take at least 28 credits in the major at UNH Manchester.

Requirements for the Politics & Society B.A. degree

11 required courses (44 credits)

Five required courses:

POLT 401, Politics & Society, or PHIL 436, Social & Political Philosophy
POLT 402, American Government
POLT 403, U.S. in World Affairs
POLT 595, Strategies for Political Inquiry
PS 701, Senior Capstone Experience

Six PS or POLT courses. Up to TWO SOC or ECN courses may substitute for PS/POLT courses, with approval from the program coordinator. Only one 400-level course will be accepted; one course must be 700 level. Four of these six courses may be used toward an option in international & comparative studies, American politics & public policy, or law & justice.

PS 407, Politics & Law in Contemporary Society
POLT 500, American Public Policy
POLT 521, Rights & the Political Community
POLT 522, Dissent & the Political Community
POLT 560, World Politics
POLT 509, Managing Bureaucracy in America
PS 501, Social & Political-Economic Theory
PS 502, Political Psychology
PS 503, Political Theory & Historical & Social Context
PS 504, Empire, Democracy & War
PS 505, Political Violence & Terrorism
PS 506, Civil Society & Public Policy
PS 507, Justice, Law & Politics
PS 508, Supreme Court in American Society
PS 509, Political & Social Change in Developing Countries
PS 510, Politics of Food
PS 511, Women & War
PS 512, Immigration & Refugee Policy in Global Perspective
PS 514, Model United Nations
PS 651, Selected Topics in Politics & Society
PS 695, Independent Study
POLT 701, Courts & Public Policy
PS 702, International Relations: Interdisciplinary Approaches
PS 703, Dictatorship & Democracy

Options: Students are not required to choose an area of specialization (“option”). Students who concentrate in a particular area of study MUST complete FOUR courses in the chosen option. Options are recorded on student transcripts.

Law & Justice 
This option will appeal to students who are interested in law, justice, and philosophy. Students learn about the structural and procedural aspects of the American court system, and the philosophical and ideological foundations that undergird this system. The option is designed to prepare students for careers in law, government, and public service.

PS 407 and PS 507 required.

(* = required)

PS 407, Politics & Law in Contemporary Society*
POLT 500, American Public Policy
POLT 507, Politics of Crime & Justice
POLT 513, Civil Rights & Liberties
PS 501, Social and Political-Economic Theory
PS 503, Political Theory and Historical and Social Context
PS 506, Civil Society & Public Policy
PS 507, Justice, Law & Politics*
PS 508, The Supreme Court in American Society
POLT 520, Justice and the Political Community
POLT 521, Rights & the Political Community
PS 512, Immigration & Refugee Policy in Global Perspective
PS 651, Special Topics: International Human Rights
PS 651, Special Topics: Business & International Human Rights
HIST 679, Rights Revolution 
POLT 701, Courts & Public Policy

International & Comparative Studies
This option will appeal to students interested in international affairs, the way politics works in different countries, and the relationship between governments and societies. Students learn about the role of governments and non-governmental organizations in addressing social problems that often transcend national borders in an increasingly inter-connected world. The option is designed to prepare students for careers in government, international organizations, diplomacy, international development, public service, non-profit organizations, international business, and education.

ONE 400-level course accepted. PS 509 required. ONE 700-level course required.

(* = required)

ECN 411, Introduction to Macroeconomic Principles
HIST 422, World History in the Modern Era
HIST 425, Foreign Cultures
SOC 400, Introduction to Sociology
ANTH 411, Introduction to Anthropology
POLT 560, World Politics
PS 502, Political Psychology
PS 505, Political Violence & Terrorism
PS 506, Civil Society & Public Policy
PS 509, Political & Social Change in Developing Countries*
PS 510, Politics of Food
PS 511, Women & War
PS 512, Immigration & Refugee Policy in Global Perspective
PS 514 Model United Nations
POLT 521, Rights & the Political Community
POLT 522, Dissent & the Political Community
POLT 550, Comparative Government & Society
HIST 656, 20th Century Europe 
PS 702, International Relations: Interdisciplinary Approaches*
PS 703, Dictatorship & Democracy*
(ONE 700-level course required, either PS 702 or PS 703)

American Politics & Public Policy 
This option will appeal to students interested in the American political system. Students learn how America’s public policies are created and implemented, and how the government agencies tasked with their implementation are managed. The option is designed to prepare students for careers in local, state, and federal government; non-profit agencies; law; public service; and public policy in specific areas (e.g., public health, environment, etc.).

ONE 400-level course accepted. POLT 500 required.

(* = required)

PS 407, Politics & Law in Contemporary Society
HIST 406, History of Modern US
POLT 500, American Public Policy*
POLT 502, State and Local Government
POLT 505, American Congress
POLT 506, Parties, Interest Groups, and Voters
POLT 507, Politics of Crime & Justice
POLT 509, Managing Bureaucracy in America
POLT 512, Public Opinion in American Politics
POLT 521, Rights & the Political Community
POLT 562, Strategy and National Security Policy
PS 506, Civil Society & Public Policy
PS 507, Justice, Law & Politics
PS 508, The Supreme Court in American Society
PS 512, Immigration & Refugee Policy in Global Perspective
POLT 701, Courts & Public Policy
POLT 711, Public Opinion and Survey Research
POLT 751, Comparative Environmental Politics and Policy

 

 

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Psychology (PSYC)

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Associate Professor: Alison K. Paglia, John E. Sparrow
Assistant Professor: Nicholas Mian
Lecturer: Daniel R. Seichepine

Psychology (B.A.)

Psychology is the scientific study of behavior. The UNH Manchester psychology program provides students with a broad background in psychology, introducing them to both the experimental and clinical perspectives in the field. Students majoring in psychology will explore the fundamental principles involved in how people and animals learn and adapt to their environments.

The psychology program, through its independent study and internship programs, offers opportunities for participation in cooperating New Hampshire mental health, human services, and rehabilitation facilities. Students have worked in hospitals, halfway houses, mental health centers, and other agencies. The department also invites guest speakers to discuss important issues in the field and sponsors a Psychology Club.

Psychology graduates find employment as trained research assistants, mental health aides in a wide variety of human services agencies, social welfare caseworkers, teachers in special education programs, and professionals in government, business, and industry. It is normally expected that students who wish to do professional work in the field of psychology will pursue graduate training at the M.A., M.S., Ph.D., or Psy.D. level.

Psychology Program of Study
Students majoring in psychology must complete a minimum of 128 credits, satisfy the University’s Discovery Program and foreign language requirements, and complete 44 credits with a minimum of C- in each course and a 2.0 overall grade-point average in all major requirements. 

Transfer students who elect to major in psychology must complete at least 24 credits in the program at UNH/UNH Manchester to qualify for the degree in psychology. Transfer students must earn a total of 44 approved credits for completion of the psychology major. The department’s academic advisers will determine the distribution of these credits. Transfer students should note that courses are allotted only the number of credits granted by the original institution (after adjustments for semester-hour equivalents). Thus, students transferring from an institution at which courses carry less than four credits each must make up for any credit deficit created by acceptance of transfer credits into the psychology major.  

Specific course selections should be discussed with the adviser. Exceptions to the requirements for the major require a petition to the department.

Program Requirements

A. Three core courses

PSYC 401, Introduction to Psychology; PSYC 402, Statistics in Psychology; and PSYC 502, Research Methods in Psychology

B. Four 500-level breadth courses, as follows:

Group I: Two courses:

PSYC 511, Sensation and Perception; PSYC 512, Psychology of Primates; PSYC 513, Cognitive Psychology; PSYC 521, Behavior Analysis; PSYC 522, Behaviorism; PSYC 531, Psychobiology

Group II: Two courses:

PSYC 552, Social Psychology; PSYC 553, Personality; PSYC 561, Abnormal Behavior; PSYC 571, Pioneers of Psychology; PSYC 581, Child Development; PSYC 582, Adult Development and Aging

Note:  PSYC 522, Behaviorism, may not be used for transfer credit to Durham.

C. Four 700-level depth courses, as follows:

Group I: Two Courses:

PSYC 702, Advanced Statistics and Research Methodology; PSYC 705, Tests and Measurement; PSYC 710, Visual Perception; PSYC 712, Psychology of Language; PSYC 713, Psychology of Consciousness; PSYC 720, Animal Cognition; PSYC 722, Behaviorism, Culture, and Contemporary Society; PSYC 731, Brain and Behavior; PSYC 733, Drugs and Behavior; PSYC 735, Neurobiology of Mood Disorders; PSYC 737, Behavioral Medicine; PSYC 741, Advanced Topics

Group II: Two Courses:

PSYC 702, Advanced Statistics and Research Methodology; PSYC 705, Tests and Measurement; PSYC 755, Psychology and Law; PSYC 756, Psychology of Crime and Justice; PSYC 758, Health Psychology; PSYC 762, Counseling; PSYC 763, Community Psychology; PSYC 765, Dysfunctional Families and Therapy; PSYC 771, Psychology in 20th Century Thought and Society; PSYC 780, Prenatal Development and Infancy; PSYC 783, Cognitive Development; PSYC 785, Social Development; PSYC 791, Advanced Topics: Adult Development; PSYC 793, Externship

Note: PSYC 702, Advanced Statistics and Research Methodology, and PSYC 705, Tests and Measurement, may be substituted for a group I or group II course, but they may not both be used to fill the same group.

D. Capstone Requirement:

PSYC 793, Internship, or PSYC 795, Independent Study with UNHM URC presentation or capstone seminar. You may also use any 700-level course as a capstone experience if the professor agrees to let you do so. You will be required to do extra class work or an extra assignment (worked out in advance with the professor) to receive capstone credit.

The Durham psychology major has slightly different requirements. Students who plan to transfer to Durham should consult with their adviser.

For more information about the psychology program, contact Alison Paglia, program coordinator, (603) 641-4103. Or contact the UNH Manchester Office of Admissions at (603) 641-4150, or unhm.admissions@unh.edu.

 

 

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Sign Language Interpreting (INTR)

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Sociology (SOC)

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Professor: Thaddeus M. Piotrowski
Assistant Professor: Nicole S. Fox

 

Spanish (SPAN)

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Lecturer: Derek Hubbard

 

Theatre & Dance (THDA)

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UNHM Independent Study (UMIS)

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UNHM Misc. Non-Credit (UMNA)

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UNHM Special Topics (UMST)

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Women's Studies (WS)

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Zoology (ZOOL)

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Assistant Professor: Sandra M. Rehan