Overview
The Department of Metahuman Studies and Ethics focuses on the understanding, evaluation, and ethical implications of metahuman abilities and phenomena. This field integrates a wide range of disciplines including but not limited to sociology, psychology, biology, physics, and ethics. The program is designed for students aspiring to work in academia, research, policy-making, healthcare, support device engineering, or superhuman costuming.
The Bachelor of Arts in Metahuman Studies provides an in-depth investigation into the history, social impact, ethical considerations, and scientific principles behind metahuman abilities. Students will engage in a series of electives (4-5 courses) that span topics like Metahuman Biology, Social Dynamics of Hero-Villain Relationships, Applied Power Dynamics, and Ethical Frameworks for Metahuman Intervention. Graduates are well-prepared for various careers in research, policy analysis, technological development, and more, as well as graduate studies in the field of Metahuman Studies and related disciplines.
Campus Location: Main
Program Code: ST-MSE-BS
Distinction in Major
To graduate with distinction in this major, a student must satisfy the following criteria:
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<li>Have a minimum 3.50 major GPA and</li>
<li>Have a minimum 3.50 cumulative GPA.</li>
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Accelerated Programs
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<li>BS in Metahuman Studies / MS in Metahuman Studies</li>
<li>BS in Metahuman Studies / MS in Public Policy & Ethics</li>
<li>BS in Metahuman Studies / JD in Metahuman Law</li>
</ul>
Bachelor of Arts Requirements
Summary of Requirements for the Degree
University Requirements (123 total s.h.)
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<li>All undergraduate students must complete at least two writing-intensive courses for a total of at least six credits at Temple as part of their major. The specific writing-intensive course options for this major are:
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<li>MSE 3296: Metahuman Ethics and Law (4)</li>
<li>Second writing-intensive course can be chosen from:
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<li>MSE 4397: Independent Research in Metahuman Studies (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4398: Metahuman Case Studies (3)</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Students must complete the General Education (GenEd) requirements.
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<li>See the General Education section of the Undergraduate Bulletin for the GenEd curriculum.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Students must satisfy general Temple University residency requirements.</li>
</ul>
College Requirements
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<li>A minimum of 90 total credits within the College of Liberal Arts (CLA), the College of Science & Technology (CST), and/or the College of Engineering (ENG).
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<li>A minimum of 45 of these credits must be upper-level (courses numbered 2000 and above).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Complete a one-credit first-year or transfer seminar.
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<li>CLAC 1001 CLA First Year Seminar for every entering first-year CLA student.</li>
<li>CLAC 2001 CLA Transfer Seminar for every entering transfer CLA student.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Major Requirements for Bachelor of Arts (78-80 s.h.)
At least 9 courses required for the major must be completed at Temple. At least 7 MSE courses must be completed at Temple.
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<li>MSE 1001 Introduction to Metahuman Studies (1)</li>
<li>MSE 1051 Metahuman Biology and Physiology (4)</li>
<li>MSE 1068 Social Dynamics of Metahumanity (4)</li>
<li>MSE 1166 Introduction to Metahuman Ethics (4)</li>
<li>MSE 2033 Applied Power Dynamics (3)</li>
<li>MSE 2107 Metahuman Policy and Governance (4)</li>
<li>MSE 2166 Metahuman History and Cultural Impact (4)</li>
<li>MSE 2168 Metahuman Law: Basics and Case Studies (4)</li>
<li>MSE 3207 Gadgetmaking and Costume Engineering OR MSE 3211 Metahuman Philosophy (4)</li>
<li>MSE 3223 Metahuman Psychology (3)</li>
<li>MSE 3296 Metahuman Ethics and Law (WI) (4)</li>
<li>MSE 4397 Independent Research in Metahuman Studies (WI) OR MSE 4398 Metahuman Case Studies (WI) (3)</li>
</ul>
<h4>Metahuman Studies Electives</h4>
Select 15-17 credits from the following MSE elective courses:
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<li>MSE 3100 Special Topics in MSE (3-4)</li>
<li>MSE 3203 Mental Health and Metahumanity (3)</li>
<li>MSE 3217 Metahuman Rights and Social Justice (3)</li>
<li>MSE 3219 Exploration of Super-Senses (3)</li>
<li>MSE 3242 Practical Ethics in Metahumanity (4)</li>
<li>MSE 3308 Power Synergy and Team Dynamics (2)</li>
<li>MSE 3319 Technology and Metahumanity (3)</li>
<li>MSE 3374 Costume Material Science (3)</li>
<li>MSE 3381 Internship in Metahuman Studies (4)</li>
<li>MSE 3441 Genetics of Metahuman Abilities (3)</li>
<li>MSE 3503 Metahumanity in Media and Literature (3)</li>
<li>MSE 3605 Tactical Response to Metahuman Threats (3)</li>
<li>MSE 3715 Metahuman Rehabilitation and Reintegration (4)</li>
<li>MSE 4282 Independent Study (4)</li>
<li>MSE 4307 Metahuman Criminology (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4308 Theory and Practice of Heroism and Villainy (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4319 Forensic Analysis in Metahuman Incidents (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4324 Superpower Limitation and Control (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4331 Medical Care for Metahumans (4)</li>
<li>MSE 4345 Behavioral Analysis in Metahuman Interactions (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4350 Seminar on Topics in MSE (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4360 Seminar on Topics in MSE (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4382 Independent Study (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4397 Independent Research in Metahuman Studies (if not taken as capstone requirement)</li>
<li>MSE 4419 Security Measures for Metahuman Facilities (4)</li>
<li>MSE 4515 Augmentation and Power Amplification (3)</li>
<li>MSE 4517 Ethical Dilemmas in Metahuman Studies (4)</li>
<li>MSE 4524 Global Metahuman Politics (4)</li>
</ul>
Additionally, select 6-8 credits from the following non-MSE elective courses:
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<li>BIOL 1001 Human Biology (4)</li>
<li>BIOL 1011 General Biology I (4)</li>
<li>BIOL 1012 General Biology II (4)</li>
<li>CJ 0812 Criminal Behavior (3)</li>
<li>CJ 0852 Justice in America (3)</li>
<li>CJ 0853 Doing Justice (3)</li>
<li>ECE 1012 Introduction to Electrical Engineering (2)</li>
<li>PHYS 1021 Introduction to General Physics I (4)</li>
<li>PHYS 1022 Introduction to General Physics II (4)</li>
<li>PHYS 1061 Elementary Classical Physics I (4)</li>
<li>PHYS 1062 Elementary Classical Physics II (4)</li>
<li>PHIL 0824 Landscape of American Thought (3)</li>
<li>PHIL 0839 Philosophy of the Human (3)</li>
<li>POLS 1101 American Political System (3)</li>
<li>POLS 1201 Foreign Governments and Politics (3)</li>
<li>POLS 1301 Introduction to International Relations (3)</li>
</ul>