Academic Departments
The academic departments in the College of Arts, Sciences & Education at the University of Michigan-Flint employ experiential learning, interdisciplinary programs, and internship opportunities to foster practical professional skills.
Our seasoned faculty guides students through hands-on research, applied learning, and community engagement programs that translate directly into marketable experiences.
Invest in a Growth Mindset
How can you develop a skill set that is flexible and adaptable, preparing you for careers that are still evolving?
The academic departments of the College of Arts, Sciences & Education at the University of Michigan-Flint offer programs designed with this question specifically in mind.
- Core Competencies: We excel in helping you develop key skills such as critical and analytical thinking, communication and collaboration, design thinking, and much more
- Practical Experience: We know how important it is to take theory into the real world, and we offer an array of internships, undergraduate research, applied learning, and co-curricular activities that will enhance your knowledge, grow your skillset, and set you apart in your career
- Committed Faculty & Staff: Our faculty are renowned in their fields and engage in nationally recognized research — but they have come to UM-Flint because they love teaching, and they want to help our students succeed
Learn more about our academic departments, the programs they have to offer, and why UM-Flint is the right fit for you.
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Education
Help shape the next generation of leaders, thinkers, doers, and changemakers! Your future students are looking to you for guidance in learning how they can make a difference in their communities and the world.
Fine & Performing Arts
A finely tuned creative process is an exceptional foundation for a highly flexible career. Learn from practicing professionals as you explore creative problem-solving, community design, improvisation and collaboration, and more.
Language & Communication
Gain expertise in engagement, comparative analysis, and persuasive writing by developing a deep understanding of theory and best practices in effective communication.
Department of Psychology
Engage in the scientific study of the mind, including thoughts, feelings, and behavior, as you develop a solid foundation in psychology research, its methodology, and a comprehensive understanding of psychological processes.
Social Sciences & Humanities
Discover much of our collective human wisdom and learn new ways of seeing as you develop exceptional analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
Sociology, Anthropology & Criminal Justice
Develop a deeper understanding of social and global perspectives through the lenses of sociology, anthropology, and criminal justice.
