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Oregon State University Ecampus delivers degrees, certificates and microcredentials online to students all over the world. The goal is simple: to give you greater access to learning opportunities that blend quality, engagement and innovation.

Oregon State is consistently ranked one of the nation's best providers of online education by U.S. News & World Report and other publications.

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43 programs in humanities available

Undergraduate degrees (15)

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Anthropology

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Study the sciences and humanities and sharpen your critical thinking. You’ll learn to apply cutting-edge theory and methods to solve pressing social problems in a wide range of careers.

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Applied Humanities

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Complete your degree and pay zero tuition for the last 12 credits while gaining in-demand cultural responsiveness skills, and learn to communicate in any workplace setting.

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Communication Studies

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Learn to communicate with purpose, building skills in persuasion, collaboration and problem-solving that are valued in nearly every field.

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Contemporary Music Industry

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Tap into your creative interests to become an innovator who has the artistic skill and business savvy to influence modern music practices, media and the entertainment industry.

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Creative Writing

B.A.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Learn how to craft compelling narratives and how to read and analyze the writing of others in a program that develops your creativity and critical thinking skills.

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Digital Communication Arts

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Become one of the new media leaders of the future as you learn innovative, cutting-edge industry standards in technology and communications.

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French

B.A.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Develop proficiency in a language spoken by nearly 300 million people worldwide as you gain knowledge of and appreciation for diverse francophone cultures and modern-day France.

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German

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Build a strong foundation in the language, culture and history of German-speaking countries, and benefit from ample interactions with classmates and instructors.

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History

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Immerse yourself in thought-provoking courses to better understand the past—from multiple cultural perspectives—and contemporary global issues by searching for historical patterns.

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Liberal Studies

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Customize your liberal studies major to meet your unique academic goals. Work with an advisor to develop a cohesive program of study that will foster critical skills for your career.

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Marine Studies

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Navigate social, political and cultural issues of marine systems through the lens of the humanities, arts and sciences — with a focus on sustainability.

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Philosophy

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Analyze classical issues and contemporary ones emerging in popular culture, social media, politics and more while gaining the skills to support lives guided by ethical reflection and civic duty.

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Religious Studies

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Delve into an academic study of religions and religious diversity while learning the impact religious traditions make on politics, aesthetics, social structure and culture.

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Spanish

B.A.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Prepare for life as a bilingual and culturally responsive citizen through courses that guide your learning of the language and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.

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Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

B.A. or B.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Acquire extensive knowledge in social sciences and humanities that focuses on gender issues and women’s experiences. Examine feminist and anti-racist work that contributes to social justice.

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Undergraduate certificates (5)

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Environmental Justice

Undergraduate Certificate

Overview | Careers | Skills

Develop the tools to understand and address the unequal distribution of environmental risks and benefits in a program that combines environmental science with social justice principles.

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Global Learning

Undergraduate Certificate

Overview | Careers | Skills

Acquire a greater understanding of global cultures, economies, political systems and international relations, and learn how to skillfully communicate across cultures.

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Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Undergraduate Certificate or Minor

Overview | Careers | Skills

Engage in a broad study of gender and women's issues in a program that emphasizes a diversity of experiences through a focus on disciplinary-based knowledge about women's lives.

Undergraduate microcredentials (21)

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AI Fundamentals for Gender, Race and Justice

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Explore the past and present of AI technology, including its ethics, and explore how the tools of tomorrow could advance fairness, community well-being and social justice.

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American Sign Language (Introductory)

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Learn ASL to build inclusive, in-demand communication skills and connect with the Deaf community, gaining foundational language knowledge that you can use in your career or everyday life.

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Applied Behavior Support Basics

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Develop the skills to understand developmental milestones, promote inclusive and supportive practices, and apply behavior modification techniques as you support people at all life stages.

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Autism and Neurodiversity: Lifespan Development and Disability Justice

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Gain insight into human lifespan development and the psychological aspects of disability as you learn how to approach neurodiversity with a focus on empowerment and inclusion.

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Business and Professional Writing

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Sharpen your professional writing and communication skills and gain helpful strategies for creating clear and concise technical documents, presentations and more.

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Business of Viral Content Creation

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Learn to strategically analyze and produce content with the intention of building your own platform and brand, and sharpen your content gathering, evaluation and writing skills.

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Content Development and Production

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Enhance your creativity and gain the applied skills to visualize a text narrative into an audio/visual media production, and develop the ability to manipulate sound media.

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Environmental and Science Writing

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Study environmental and science writing and practice translating complex research results into effective messages that are tailored to the needs of your target audience.

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German (Introductory)

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Develop foundational speaking, writing, reading and comprehension skills in German, and learn about German culture while gaining the skills to converse with others in the language.

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German (Intermediate I)

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Develop intermediate speaking, writing, reading and comprehension skills in German, and learn about German culture while gaining the skills to converse with others in the language.

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German (Intermediate II)

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Develop intermediate speaking, writing, reading and comprehension skills in German, and learn about German culture while gaining the skills to converse with others in the language.

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German (Advanced)

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Develop advanced speaking, writing, reading and comprehension skills in German, and learn about German culture while gaining the skills to converse with others in the language.

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Human Lifespan Development

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Study the physical, cognitive and social changes that occur in humans from infancy to adulthood while gaining the skills that enable you to support people and communities effectively.

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Indigenous Studies

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Study Indigenous experiences and learn how to critically assess colonialism and power dynamics, so that you can respectfully engage and collaborate with tribal communities.

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Italian (Introductory)

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing comprehension of Italian. Gain a unique cultural perspective as you develop the skills to converse with other Italian speakers.

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Italian (Intermediate)

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Expand your speaking, listening, reading and writing comprehension of Italian. Gain a unique cultural perspective as you develop the skills to converse more confidently with other Italian speakers.

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Korean (Introductory)

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Learn the logical components of Korean with a focus on reading, writing, listening, speaking, colloquial expressions and culture to gain a comprehensive understanding.

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Korean (Intermediate)

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Learn the logical components of Korean with a focus on reading, writing, listening, speaking, colloquial expressions and culture to gain a comprehensive understanding.

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Serving LGBTQIA+ Communities

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Study key concepts, histories and political frameworks that will help you better understand and engage in applied work and direct services for LGBTQIA+ communities.

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Spanish (Introductory)

Microcredential (introductory)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Learn about the complexity of the Spanish language and the diversity of Spanish-speaking communities while gaining the skills to converse with other Spanish-speakers.

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Spanish (Intermediate)

Microcredential (advanced)

Overview | Courses | Skills

Gain a more advanced understanding of the complexity of Spanish and the diversity of Spanish-speaking communities while gaining the skills to converse with others in Spanish.

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Undergraduate course sequences (1)

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Language Courses

Online Course Sequences

Overview

Set yourself up for career advancement and enhance your global awareness and intercultural skills by studying a new language via engaging and interactive language courses online.

Graduate degrees (1)

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History

M.A. or M.S.

Overview | Careers | Skills

Prepare for multiple career paths by learning evidence-based analysis, critical empathy and an appreciation of the many perspectives and complexities in the world around us.