Online Bachelor of Arts in Culture, Technology and Environment
Prepare to meet the challenges of the future with a Bachelor of Arts in culture, technology and environment online from Arizona State University. In this program, you’ll hone your abilities to analyze and navigate culture, harness technology and develop equitable solutions for environmental, societal and global issues.
Quick facts
Next start date: 01/13/2025
Total classes: 42
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
What you’ll learn in this program
In the first program of its kind, you’ll learn how to apply the tools of historical, ethical, literary and cultural studies to technological and environmental questions. Through skill-building activities and opportunities for applied work, you’ll explore how humans interact with the places they live and the roles culture and technology play in facilitating relationships within communities. Your courses will emphasize three connected areas of knowledge, including:
- Culture
- Delve into media, narrative, rhetoric, belonging and the imagination. You’ll explore approaches to equitable and diverse global citizenship through the study of culture and language.
- Technology
- Explore humane technology, applied ethics and equitable innovation. You’ll learn how to apply humanities thinking to the human and ethical challenges of a world shaped by technology.
- Environment
- Deepen your understanding of environmental justice and how the humanities enable us to develop sustainable ways to address challenges, such as climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. You’ll examine environmental justice in relation to race, gender, class, age, disability and more.
Who’s this degree a good fit for?
This program is ideal for those preparing for careers in advocacy and activism, communication and community, nonprofit organizations and more. As a candidate, you’ll have a passion for creating solutions that incorporate an arts and humanities perspective. You’ll also be committed to creating a positive impact on communities and acknowledging the role technology plays in shaping society.
Additionally, if you seek interdisciplinary studies to build transferable skills, this degree is a good choice for you. Upon completing this bachelor’s in culture, technology and environment, you’ll be competent in communicating, leading and planning. You’ll also have skills in analysis, flexible thinking and design thinking.
What can you do with a culture, technology and environment degree?
With a humanities background, you’ll be equipped to address cultural, ethical, technological and environmental challenges in a range of careers. This program complements career paths ranging from environmental activism and policy analysis to writing and nonprofit work. Top industries include manufacturing, educational services, public relations, nature or science writing and public administration. You’ll also be prepared to adapt to innovative technology that’s becoming ever-present in the world of work, such as generative artificial intelligence. Graduate with lifelong skills and a readiness to pursue justice in your communities.
Will my diploma say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Culture, technology and environment courses
In this program, you’ll explore topics across the arts and humanities, with a special focus on technology such as AI language models. Your courses will cover environmental justice, critical food studies, sustainability, intergenerational justice, literary and game-based world-building, activist movements and more. You’ll also participate in a required internship to gain practical experience and develop hands-on skills.
The jobs this degree prepares you for
You’ll graduate with a broad skill set that complements roles across the public, private and nonprofit sectors. With a bachelor’s in culture, technology and environment, you can pursue positions such as community and social services manager, policy analyst, nonprofit leadership manager and naturalist. You’ll also be prepared for graduate studies in law, sustainability, media studies and more. Additional potential career paths include, but aren’t limited to:
Climate Change Analyst
Communications Specialist
Freelance Writer
Lawyer
Public Relations Manager (PR Manager)
Public Relations Specialist
Technical Writer
Learn from leading faculty across disciplines
From Royal Society and American Academy Fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to prestigious students and faculty members who include:
- Fulbright American Scholars.
- Guggenheim Fellows.
- MacArthur Fellows.
- Nobel laureates.
Learn from leading faculty across disciplines
From Royal Society and American Academy Fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to prestigious students and faculty members who include:
- Fulbright American Scholars.
- Guggenheim Fellows.
- MacArthur Fellows.
- Nobel laureates.
How to apply
first-year student
You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
The largest and most diverse college at ASU
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences takes a transdisciplinary approach to education with a vast spectrum of degrees in the social sciences, natural sciences and humanities. We inspire students to become socially aware critical thinkers and global citizens.
25,500+
currently enrolled students.
$170 million
in research expenditures in 2022.
23
interdisciplinary schools and departments.
100+
undergraduate degrees.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
