Florida Polytechnic University

What you'll study

This programme provides a core of humanities and general studies courses alongside opportunities to customise a coherent interdisciplinary pathway. Core study areas include philosophy, literature, history, cultural studies, ethics, and interpersonal and professional communication. Students also take quantitative reasoning and scientific literacy modules to ensure a balanced liberal-arts education that complements the university's technical strengths.

Typical modules and course types you can expect:

• Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics — critical reasoning, moral theory and applied ethics.
• Survey of World Literature — close reading, interpretation and cultural context.
• History of Ideas or Cultural History — historical methods and intellectual traditions.
• Rhetoric and Composition — academic writing, argumentation and research skills.
• Media, Society and Digital Culture — media literacy, digital communication and cultural impact.
• Quantitative Reasoning for the Liberal Arts — statistics and data literacy for non-STEM majors.
• Applied Humanities Electives — such as technical writing, public policy, museum studies, or language study.
• Capstone Project or Internship — a culminating project that integrates humanities inquiry with practice, often in collaboration with local organisations or STEM teams.

The degree is intentionally flexible: students can pursue thematic concentrations (for example, communication and technology, public policy and ethics, or culture and media) and combine liberal-arts study with minors or electives in business, entrepreneurship, or computing.

Entry requirements

Admission to the bachelor’s programme follows the standard undergraduate application process. Typical entry requirements include a recognised secondary school diploma, official transcripts from previous study, and a completed application form. Florida Polytechnic University considers academic preparation demonstrated through coursework and grades; standardised test scores (such as the SAT or ACT) may be optional or considered if submitted.

Additional materials and considerations:

• Personal statement or essay outlining academic interests and how the programme fits your goals.
• Letters of recommendation, typically from teachers or counsellors, can strengthen an application.
• International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through recognised tests or previous instruction in English.
• Transfer applicants should provide college transcripts and a record of completed general-education or humanities credits; transfer articulation is evaluated case by case.

Career prospects

Graduates with a liberal-arts and general-studies background develop strong communication, analytical and ethical reasoning skills valued across sectors. Career paths commonly pursued include:

• Communications and public relations — writing, content strategy and media relations for public and private organisations.
• Technical writing and documentation — producing user guides, policy documents and explanatory content for technology companies and engineering teams.
• Project coordination and client engagement — roles that require clear communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Public sector and non-profit work — community outreach, programme administration and policy support.
• Marketing, social media and digital content roles — storytelling, audience analysis and campaign development.
• Further study — graduates often proceed to graduate programmes in law, public policy, education, business, or the humanities.

The programme’s interdisciplinary design and the university’s proximity to tech and business partners also supports internships and collaborative projects that can lead to employment in hybrid roles bridging humanities and technology.

Why study at Florida Polytechnic University

Florida Polytechnic University offers a distinctive environment for liberal-arts students who want to pair humanistic inquiry with the practical strengths of a technology-focused institution. Benefits of studying here include:

• Small class sizes and personalised advising that support close faculty mentorship and tailored study plans.
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration with STEM and business students on projects, internships and applied research.
• Access to modern campus facilities and resources that support digital media, writing practice and experiential learning.
• Strong industry connections in the region, enabling practical internships, service-learning placements and real-world capstone projects.
• Flexibility to design a programme that balances traditional liberal-arts study with career-oriented skills in communication, critical thinking and ethical problem-solving.

These features make the programme suitable for students who want a liberal-arts education that is both intellectually rigorous and practically relevant in contemporary workplaces.