BLPS
Degree Programs
BLPS degree programs at AUF are four-year undergraduate pathways that offer option to earn a Fairfield BLPS (Bachelor’s in Liberal and Professional Studies) degree.
Available programs
| Fairfield BLPS Degree |
Art History |
Fine Arts |
| Digital Media |
| E-Publishing |
Product Design |
| Visual Communication |
| Culinary |
| Enology |
| Baking |
| Wellness, Health, and Nutrition |
| Hospitality |
| Real Estate Management |
| Special Event Management |
| Wellness Management |
| Accessory Design and Technology Fashion |
| Communication, Promotion, and Media |
| Fashion Design and Technology |
| Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, and Retail |
Visit the admissions page for complete application requirements.
Program Structure
Degree Requirements
In order to complete the BLPS bachelor's degree program, students complete coursework for general education and degree-specific requirements. For specific course requirements, please consult the detailed brochures that may be downloaded from the above Program Options section (coming soon).
All students must fulfill:
- Undergraduate Core Curriculum - subdivided into 5 Areas representing Math/Natural Science,History/Social Science, Philosophy/Religious Studies, English/Visual & Performing Arts, Humanities Electives (60 credits) Major courses, subdivided into two General Areas (see specific program for credit requirements)
- Senior Research Project (3 credits)
- Diversity courses (6 credits, counted in Core Curriculum) Free electives (see specific program for credit requirements) All programs require a minimum of 120 credits for graduation, please note that some programs require a higher number of overall credits for graduation as per credit and course requirements.
Program Requirements
Please note that for the fulfillment of the Fairfield BLPS degree, six of the courses (18 credits) must be taken through the Fairfield online course offering. The online courses are distributed throughout the 4-year program.
Exchange Opportunity
An optional exchange opportunity is available for students wishing to integrate a US campus experience to their overall undergraduate experience. Upon admittance to the BLPS degree, students may subsequently apply for the exchange program that allows for 1 semester of study at the Fairfield campus in Connecticut, USA. Students must take a full semester credit load and choose coursework from the Fairfield Undergraduate Core Curriculum column of requirements.
The exchange is open to students of Junior or Senior standing. Please note that a maximum of four classes from the online requirements may be taken on campus in Connecticut.
Transferring to the Program
University-level students may apply to transfer into the bachelor's degree programs.
AUF certificatecareer program / AA students may automatically transfer their studies for approved programs.
How to Apply
Visit the admissions page for complete application requirements.