Bachelor Degree in Rural Studies

The Bachelors Degree in Rural Studies is an innovative and unique academic program. It is the only undergraduate degree in Rural Studies in the country, and it is perfectly situated with ABAC’s history, mission, and location. The interdisciplinary Liberal Arts degree includes four major areas of study that combine traditional classroom experience with external projects and internships to give students a broad theoretical and practical understanding of rural problems and how best to meet the needs of the changing rural landscape. The Rural Studies degree addresses the social, economic, cultural, demographic, and political aspects of rural development across the globe and educates students to work within rural communities or to work with government or corporate agencies that deal with rural issues. The four areas of study are

Social and Community Affairs
Arts and Culture
Writing and Communication
Business and Economic Development