Interdisciplinary Arts and Science (NAS) at University of Windsor

The Interdisciplinary Arts and Science program is designed for exceptional students who want a well-rounded and challenging education in the arts, social and natural sciences to prepare themselves for the ever-changing world of work in the 21st century. This program offers valuable experience in research into issues of personal and public concern. 

This elite program provides an interdisciplinary arts and science education to highly motivated students who want knowledge and skills that will familiarize them with the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. This program combines a solid basis in science fields while developing communication, information processing and critical-thinking skills. Students can design their program to match their interests and career aspirations and combine several areas to fulfill their degree.

The Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences offers programs in the social sciences, social work, all the fine arts and a robust selection of humanities. The Faculty of Science offers laboratory experiences, research opportunities, and undergraduate thesis possibilities for many programs.

The Interdisciplinary Arts and Science program emphasizes critical thinking and argument. Throughout, students will take courses designed to foster their skills of inquiry. In the third and fourth years, they will take courses in applied research and methods of inquiry. In addition to developing their research skills and involving them in topics of public concern, these courses will develop students' abilities and confidence as a writer and speaker.