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University of Alaska Fairbanks

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Field of study · Fairbanks, Alaska, United States

  • Level

    Bachelor

  • Duration

    4 years

  • Campus

    Fairbanks

  • Intl. Tuition

    US$22,320 (2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed)

  • Home Tuition

    US$8,736 (2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed)

  • Intake

    Fall 2027

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Course Overview

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other at University of Alaska Fairbanks in Fairbanks, Alaska, United States is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

  • Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
  • Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
  • Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
  • Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
  • Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Liberal arts graduates develop broad critical thinking, communication and analytical skills that open doors across the civil service, management, education, journalism, law and the non-profit sector. Many proceed to postgraduate specialisation or professional training.

Student life (indicative)

Fairbanks offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene. A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.

The University at a Glance

Undergraduate Population

4,207

Staff Ratio

11.0:1

International

1.0%

Career Prospects

Completion Rate

35%

finish their degree (not an employment rate)

Avg Starting Salary

£24,141

First-year earnings

Placement Year

✓ Available

Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

US$22,320

per year, 2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed Official fee page

Home Tuition

US$8,736

per year, 2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed Official fee page

University Life

Urban

City & Location

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

  • Advanced Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
  • Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
  • Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
  • Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Student Population

4,207

Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.

Staff Ratio

11:1

Students per staff

International Students

1%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

Campus Type

Urban

City Size

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Cool maritime

Safety Index (indicative)

7.5/10

Transport

Good (close to station or regional airport)

Social Scene

Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle

Student Life & City (indicative)

Fairbanks offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene. A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.

  • Fairbanks offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene.
  • A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.

What Students Love

  • Thriving student social scene
  • Parks & green spaces
  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Major sports culture

University Stats

Undergraduate Students4,207
Student-to-Staff Ratio11:1
International Students1%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Completion Rate

35%

Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

Avg Starting Salary

£24,141

Average first-year salary

Placement Year

✓ Available

Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Liberal arts graduates develop broad critical thinking, communication and analytical skills that open doors across the civil service, management, education, journalism, law and the non-profit sector. Many proceed to postgraduate specialisation or professional training.

  • Liberal arts graduates develop broad critical thinking, communication and analytical skills that open doors across the civil service, management, education, journalism, law and the non-profit sector.
  • Many proceed to postgraduate specialisation or professional training.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Technology
  • Research
  • Healthcare

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

  • Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

US$22,320

per year, 2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed Official fee page

Home Tuition

US$8,736

per year, 2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

HIGH

This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)US$22,320per year, 2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed Official fee page
Tuition (Home)US$8,736per year, 2024-25 figure, current year not yet confirmed Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£869/mo
Food & Groceries£347/mo
Transport£102/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,528
Annual living costs£18,343/yr

Cost Overview (indicative)

In the moderately expensive range for US cities — expect around $1,935/month (housing $1,100, food $440, transport $130). A US university city with solid amenities and a well-rounded student lifestyle.

  • In the moderately expensive range for US cities — expect around $1,935/month (housing $1,100, food $440, transport $130).
  • A US university city with solid amenities and a well-rounded student lifestyle.