I originally posted this in the DRMM forum, but decided to move the discussion here so I can keep it going.
I recently switched to a working adult-oriented college of the State University of New York, Empire State College. This college offers mentor-guided, independent study degrees, which can be tailored to many different disciplines. I asked, and received approval for an Interdisciplinary Bachelors of Arts in Brewing. Sounds crazy, but it's true.
I started putting my degree plan together today. I'm looking for ideas for areas of study. Where better to find inspiration than here? I literally have to create the classes, which will then be refined and approved by the university staff and my mentor.
I need to put together 45 high level credits to finish my degree. I'm thinking 25 in Brewing History, 10 in Brewing Science, and 10 in Business.
History is going to be broken down regionally, politically and socially.
Science is going to focus on principles of fermentation, ingredients and styles.
Business is going to focus on laws, marketing, and structure of brewing companies/corporations.
From there, I have to choose specific areas of study that are worthy of high level college credit. I know this sounds crazy, but it is legit. This school offers much more traditional degree paths, but to get something that says "brewing" on it, I have to create it myself and have it approved.
Any suggestions?
I recently switched to a working adult-oriented college of the State University of New York, Empire State College. This college offers mentor-guided, independent study degrees, which can be tailored to many different disciplines. I asked, and received approval for an Interdisciplinary Bachelors of Arts in Brewing. Sounds crazy, but it's true.
I started putting my degree plan together today. I'm looking for ideas for areas of study. Where better to find inspiration than here? I literally have to create the classes, which will then be refined and approved by the university staff and my mentor.
I need to put together 45 high level credits to finish my degree. I'm thinking 25 in Brewing History, 10 in Brewing Science, and 10 in Business.
History is going to be broken down regionally, politically and socially.
Science is going to focus on principles of fermentation, ingredients and styles.
Business is going to focus on laws, marketing, and structure of brewing companies/corporations.
From there, I have to choose specific areas of study that are worthy of high level college credit. I know this sounds crazy, but it is legit. This school offers much more traditional degree paths, but to get something that says "brewing" on it, I have to create it myself and have it approved.
Any suggestions?