College of Arts and Sciences in Columbia, South Carolina

All bachelor's and associate's level programs are built on a strong foundation of general studies that include mathematics, physical sciences, language arts, and the social sciences. The Master of Arts in Professional Counseling degree program is designed to help prepare students to deli ver professional counseling services. All programs are geared toward educating individuals for careers in business, commercial arts, counseling, education, and government. The College of Arts and Sciences offers master's, bachelor's, and associate's degree programs in a wide range of areas.

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Associate Degree Programs

Graphic Design - Columbia, SC

The Associate of Science (AS) in Graphic Design degree program at South University's Columbia campus in Columbia, South Carolina prepares you for entry-level positions such as assistant designer, graphic designer, production artist, and/or layout artist. The graphic design associate's degree program features courses that provide you with an education in everything from digital layout and concept design to basic Web design and typography.

Paralegal Studies - Columbia, SC

The Associate of Science (AS) in Paralegal Studies degree program at South University's Columbia campus in Columbia, South Carolina provides you with the educational preparation to serve as paralegals or legal assistants.

In keeping with the demands of professionalism, the paralegal program consists of specialized coursework and a supervised externship in selected legal settings both public and private, such as police administration, law firms, real estate companies, title companies, bank and trust agencies, and judicial offices. This program also provides a strong academic foundation for transfer into the Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies degree program.

Bachelor Degree Programs

Criminal Justice - Columbia, SC

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Criminal Justice degree program at South University's Columbia campus in Columbia, South Carolina is designed to give you a broad perspective on the causes of crime and critical insights to the functions of the components of the criminal justice system.

Graphic Design  - Columbia, SC

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Graphic Design degree program at South University's Columbia campus in Columbia, South Carolina is designed to provide you with a broad background in general education, advanced theoretical graphic design concepts, and practical applications. Creativity, communication, and problem solving are a few of the important skills graphic design professionals can possess. This program helps you build on these skills through a broad curriculum that focuses on both the theoretical and technical aspects of the graphic design field.

Legal Studies  - Columbia, SC

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Legal Studies degree program at South University's Columbia campus in Columbia, South Carolina can provide you with a broad academic background in general education, fundamental theoretical legal concepts, and practical applications. The coursework emphasizes development of keen analytical and reasoning skills, as well as foster sensitivity to cultural and political diversity. As a graduate, you will be prepared for challenging assignments, including investigating cases, researching the law, and preparing documents for litigation or business transactions, while working under the supervision of an attorney.

Psychology - Columbia, SC

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology degree program at South University's Columbia campus in Columbia, South Carolina is designed to provide you with a broad background in general education, and to provide initial training and quality instruction for students seeking entry-level careers in psychology or a graduate degree in the behavioral sciences. The program includes the general education core of required courses and requires completion of a core of required psychology courses covering a general foundation stressing the scientific study of human behavior. It also affords you the option to continue your studies in a South University graduate program such as our Master of Arts in Professional Counseling degree program.

Master Degree Programs

Professional Counseling  - Columbia, SC

The Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Counseling degree program at South University's Columbia campus in Columbia, South Carolina is a 77-quarter-hour curriculum intended to meet the local and regional need for qualified professional counselors. The emphasis of this program is on community and agency counseling. Convenient Class Schedules

The program is structured to allow you to pursue your master's degree while balancing the rigors of work and home. Classes meet Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and you have the opportunity to complete two classes each quarter.