Interdisciplinary Programs

Strengthen your opportunities with prospective employers by adding an interdisciplinary program that complements your degree.

These programs ensure you'll develop the skills needed to navigate our complex society by integrating learning and problem-solving among multiple academic disciplines and by offering a common set of general education requirements.

Whether you’re interested in leadership or just want to make a difference, you’ll research and develop new ideas, participate in community outreach programs, learn how to think critically and collaborate with those who have different viewpoints while addressing society’s everyday challenges.

Classical and Ancient Studies

Study the art, languages, literatures, histories and cultures of the ancient Mediterranean world from 3500 BC to 500 AD. You have the option of majoring in English with an emphasis in Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Literature; Languages and Literatures with an emphasis on Classical Languages and Cultures; or History with a focus in Antiquity and Medieval courses. Alternatively, you can complete a minor in conjunction with any other undergraduate degree program at UMKC.

• B.A. in English — Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Literature Emphasis
• B.A. in Languages and Literatures — Classical Languages and Cultures Emphasis
• B.A. in History
• Classical and Ancient Studies Minor

Digital and Public Humanities (DPH)

The innovative Digital and Public Humanities initiative supports students and faculty to integrate digital technologies and methods into their humanities research projects.

• Digital and Public Humanities Minor
• Bachelor of Applied Science with Digital and Public Humanities Emphasis area
• Digital and Public Humanities department

Media, Art and Design (MAD)

• B.A. in Media, Art and Design
• Media, Art and Design Minor
• Media, Art and Design department

Medieval and Early Modern Studies (MEMS)

The minor in Medieval and Early Modern Studies (MEMS) offers students an interdisciplinary opportunity to focus their studies in early literatures, history and culture (ca. 500-1500). The minor may be integrated with the Bachelor of Liberal Arts (B.L.A.) degree.

• MEMS Minor
• MEMS Graduate Certificate
• Medieval and Early Modern Studies department

Podcasting Certificate

• Podcasting Certificate

Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies

• Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies Minor
• Race, Ethnic and Gender Studies department