About the Program
Are you trying to decide between your many interests? Here, you won’t have to. Pursue interdisciplinary knowledge as you explore various subjects, from arts and humanities to math and natural sciences. With the General Studies pathway, you will create your own degree to reach your dream profession, whether graduate school or a career in the nonprofit, corporate, public health or education sectors.
The Polytechnic Experience
Build a broad foundation through courses in geology, history, kinesiology and more. Explore education in a global context while sharpening your skills as an analytical thinker and problem solver. Connect ideas across disciplines and communicate effectively in diverse professional settings.
Career Outcomes
Program Emphasis
Courses
Cal Poly Pomona’s General option in the Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies offers a broad educational foundation that cultivates strong analytical and problem-solving skills across various disciplines. This option provides a comprehensive curriculum that includes coursework in arts and humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics. It is designed for students who wish to develop a versatile skill set applicable to diverse career paths or further academic pursuits. Graduates of this program are well-prepared for roles in a wide range of fields, from education to business and beyond, thanks to their well-rounded knowledge and critical thinking abilities.
Featured Faculty
Dr. Jeff Roy is a musician, filmmaker, and scholar with research and teaching experience in critical cultural studies, ethnomusicology, film and media studies, gender and sexualities studies, performance studies, and South Asia studies. Their award-winning films have...Jeff Roy Associate Professor, Liberal Studies
Explore For Yourself
Interdisciplinary General Education
All incoming students have the opportunity to experience Liberal Studies for themselves through IGE! Study multiple disciplines through seminar-style, active-learning classes.
