TESU 2nd Area of Study

[Merlin]

To be clear, a second AOS in the same degree is on top of the 120 credits required for the first degree, so the second AOS doesn't replace your electives. You're typically looking at a total of 135-144 credits to graduate with two concentrations; however, if you're pursuing a degree other than the BSBA, TESU will allow you to have up to 9 credits (3 courses) shared between both concentrations (if both AOS are similar enough).

FYI, this is not the same as getting two different degrees (like a BA and BS) in the same graduation cycle, which is typically not allowed at TESU. They usually require you to return after the first degree is conferred with at least 24 additional credits earned after the date of degree conferral. There is an exception in that if they are both in the same academic "school" within the university, you may be able to earn two different bachelors degrees (both BA or both BS) in the same graduation cycle provided 24 credits are different in the second degree's core/AOS.

Thank you, this is precisely what I wanted to know.

It does, however, bring a couple of other questions to mind regarding a second degree (not 2nd AoS), if you (or someone else) happens to know the answers:

1. Does how a class fits into your first degree impact how it is listed in your second? E.g. if I wanted to "get a head start" on a Degree 2, could I take a class that fits into AoS 2 and use it as an elective for degree 1 but then have that credit work towards the AoS for degree 2? (Provided I also have 24 additional credits that don't overlap from one degree to another). I guess if I wanted to give less vague language I could give my example: I'm interested in BAs in both History & Psychology. If I take Intro to Psychology while working on my History BA and count it as a gen-ed or free elective for the History BA, would I later be able to count it as my Intro to Psychology requirement for the Psych degree?

2. When you say "24 additional credits earned after the date of degree conferral", does that mean I would have to not take the course itself (through Study.com/SL/whatever) until the first degree is conferred, or just not have it evaluated for credit until then?

3. How can you tell if two degrees are from the same "school" within the university? Is it by whether it's a Bachelor of Arts vs a Bachelor of Science vs whatever?

I'm no expert, just going off of what is listed in the TESU 2018-2019 catalog combined with what I've learned from seeing others go through the process. But a dual degree is a bit more complicated, so you will probably want to discuss your plan with a TESU advisor to help plan out the specifics if you are seriously interested in doing this. However, I'll tell you what I believe to be correct...

1. If you're planning to graduate with two degrees from the same school within the same graduation cycle, you need to make sure that 24 credits in the core/AOS for each degree are covered with credits that do not overlap and are not included as electives for the other degree. Meaning, you must assign your psych classes to count towards the Psych degree and assign your history courses to apply towards your History degree, so you will not be able to use either as electives. In other words, you'll need new electives that won't be used to fulfill either degree's core/AOS.
   
2. Yes, it means you would have to wait until after your degree is conferred before starting on courses for the second degree. If you complete them before the degree is conferred, they will not count towards the next degree. This also means if you take psych classes as electives for your History degree, you will not be able to use those same classes if you return later for a Psych degree. You'll need to take different psych classes after the History degree is conferred.
   
3. The TESU catalog shows which areas of study and degrees are part of which school. Basically, there are 5 schools within TESU. As long as both degrees are listed under the same school, then you should be able to complete both degrees in the same graduation cycle. So, for example, the Heavin School of Arts and Sciences offers both a BA in Psychology and BA in History, so you could do both of those. In fact, if they are just different AOS in the same core degree (BA) they are considered two AOS in the same degree and you may be able to use the 9 credit overlap.
   

Heavin School of Arts and Sciences

• Communications BA
  
• Computer Science ASNSM, BA
  
• Criminal Justice AAS
  
• English BA
  
• History BA
  
• International Studies BA
  
• Liberal Studies AA, BA, MALS
  
• Mathematics ASNSM, BA
  
• Psychology BA
  
• Sociology BA
  

School of Applied Science and Technology

• Applied Computer Studies AAS
  
• Applied Electronic Studies AAS
  
• Aviation Support AAS
  
• Clinical Trials Management MS
  
• Computer and Information Technology AS
  
• Cybersecurity BS
  
• Electronics Engineering Technology AS
  
• Electronics Systems Engineering Technology BS
  
• Information Technology BS, MSIT
  
• Information Systems MS
  
• Nuclear Energy Engineering Technology BS
  
• Nuclear Energy Technology AS, BS
  
• Nuclear Energy Technology Management MS
  
• Technical Studies AS, BS, MS
  

School of Business and Management

• Accounting BSBA, MSM
  
• Accounting for CPAs BSBA
  
• Business Administration ASBA, MBA
  
• Computer Information Systems BSBA
  
• Data Analytics MBA
  
• Entrepreneurship BSBA
  
• Finance BSBA, MBA
  
• General Management BSBA
  
• Human Resources Management/Organizational Management BSBA
  
• Marketing BSBA, MBA
  
• Operations Management BSBA
  
• Organizational Leadership BSOL, MSM
  
• Project Management MSM
  

W. Cary Edwards School of Nursing

• Accelerated 2nd Degree BSN Program BSN
  

John S. Watson School of Public Service

• Community and Economic Development MSM, MPSL
  
• Environmental Policy/Environmental Justice MSM, MPSL
  
• Homeland Security MSHS
  
• Homeland Security and Emergency Management BS
  
• Information Technology Management for Public Service MSM, MPSL
  
• Nonprofit Management MSM, MPSL
  
• Public and Municipal Finance MSM, MPSL
  
• Public Health MSM, MPSL
  
• Public Service Administration and Leadership MSM