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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:

Have a minimum 3.50 major GPA and

Have a minimum 3.50 cumulative GPA.

Accelerated Programs

BS in Metahuman Studies / MS in Metahuman Studies

BS in Metahuman Studies / MS in Public Policy & Ethics

BS in Metahuman Studies / JD in Metahuman Law

Bachelor of Arts Requirements

Summary of Requirements for the Degree

University Requirements (123 total s.h.)

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:

MSE 3296: Metahuman Ethics and Law (4)

Second writing-intensive course can be chosen from:

MSE 4397: Independent Research in Metahuman Studies (3)

MSE 4398: Metahuman Case Studies (3)

Students must complete the General Education (GenEd) requirements.

See the General Education section of the Undergraduate Bulletin for the GenEd curriculum.

Students must satisfy general Temple University residency requirements.

College Requirements

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).

A minimum of 45 of these credits must be upper-level (courses numbered 2000 and above).

Complete a one-credit first-year or transfer seminar.

CLAC 1001 CLA First Year Seminar for every entering first-year CLA student.

CLAC 2001 CLA Transfer Seminar for every entering transfer CLA student.

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.

MSE 1001 Introduction to Metahuman Studies (1)

MSE 1051 Metahuman Biology and Physiology (4)

MSE 1068 Social Dynamics of Metahumanity (4)

MSE 1166 Introduction to Metahuman Ethics (4)

MSE 2033 Applied Power Dynamics (3)

MSE 2107 Metahuman Policy and Governance (4)

MSE 2166 Metahuman History and Cultural Impact (4)

MSE 2168 Metahuman Law: Basics and Case Studies (4)

MSE 3207 Gadgetmaking and Costume Engineering OR MSE 3211 Metahuman Philosophy (4)

MSE 3223 Metahuman Psychology (3)

MSE 3296 Metahuman Ethics and Law (WI) (4)

MSE 4397 Independent Research in Metahuman Studies (WI) OR MSE 4398 Metahuman Case Studies (WI) (3)

Metahuman Studies Electives

Select 15-17 credits from the following MSE elective courses:

MSE 3100 Special Topics in MSE (3-4)

MSE 3203 Mental Health and Metahumanity (3)

MSE 3217 Metahuman Rights and Social Justice (3)

MSE 3219 Exploration of Super-Senses (3)

MSE 3242 Practical Ethics in Metahumanity (4)

MSE 3308 Power Synergy and Team Dynamics (2)

MSE 3319 Technology and Metahumanity (3)

MSE 3374 Costume Material Science (3)

MSE 3381 Internship in Metahuman Studies (4)

MSE 3441 Genetics of Metahuman Abilities (3)

MSE 3503 Metahumanity in Media and Literature (3)

MSE 3605 Tactical Response to Metahuman Threats (3)

MSE 3715 Metahuman Rehabilitation and Reintegration (4)

MSE 4282 Independent Study (4)

MSE 4307 Metahuman Criminology (3)

MSE 4308 Theory and Practice of Heroism and Villainy (3)

MSE 4319 Forensic Analysis in Metahuman Incidents (3)

MSE 4324 Superpower Limitation and Control (3)

MSE 4331 Medical Care for Metahumans (4)

MSE 4345 Behavioral Analysis in Metahuman Interactions (3)

MSE 4350 Seminar on Topics in MSE (3)

MSE 4360 Seminar on Topics in MSE (3)

MSE 4382 Independent Study (3)

MSE 4397 Independent Research in Metahuman Studies (if not taken as capstone requirement)

MSE 4419 Security Measures for Metahuman Facilities (4)

MSE 4515 Augmentation and Power Amplification (3)

MSE 4517 Ethical Dilemmas in Metahuman Studies (4)

MSE 4524 Global Metahuman Politics (4)

Additionally, select 6-8 credits from the following non-MSE elective courses:

BIOL 1001 Human Biology (4)

BIOL 1011 General Biology I (4)

BIOL 1012 General Biology II (4)

CJ 0812 Criminal Behavior (3)

CJ 0852 Justice in America (3)

CJ 0853 Doing Justice (3)

ECE 1012 Introduction to Electrical Engineering (2)

PHYS 1021 Introduction to General Physics I (4)

PHYS 1022 Introduction to General Physics II (4)

PHYS 1061 Elementary Classical Physics I (4)

PHYS 1062 Elementary Classical Physics II (4)

PHIL 0824 Landscape of American Thought (3)

PHIL 0839 Philosophy of the Human (3)

POLS 1101 American Political System (3)

POLS 1201 Foreign Governments and Politics (3)

POLS 1301 Introduction to International Relations (3)