Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences

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Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences

University of North Texas

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Transfer-Ready Degree

Start without starting over and finish faster by transferring up to 90 credits.

Structured Flexibility

8-week terms. Summer acceleration options. Full/part-time schedules. View calendar!

Affordability is a Priority

Personalized Degree Plan

Customizable specialization options. Choose from 9 specializations to create your degree plan.

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Innovative and career-ready curriculum

The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) is designed to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to address contemporary challenges in business, IT, data analytics and more!

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  • This program emphasizes a transfer-friendly approach, facilitating the academic progression of students while fostering leadership development and practical application of theoretical concepts. Learn from industry experts and experienced faculty.

  • Students are required to transfer a minimum of 30 credit hours, but can transfer up to 90 credit hours. On average, students need about 45 credits to finish their degree.

  • Explore the comprehensive curriculum that prepares you for a dynamic professional landscape.

Scroll down to see full course descriptions.

Summer 2025 applications are open

Important Dates

Summer 2025 5W1 & 8W1

  • April 15: International student admission requirements deadline for 5W1 start
  • May 12: U.S. Freshman/transfer application deadline for 5W1 start
  • May 19: First day of 5W1 classes
  • June 2: First day of 8W1 classes

Summer 2025 5W2

  • May 15: International student admission requirements deadline for 5W2 start
  • June 16: U.S. Freshman/transfer application deadline for 5W2 start
  • June 23: First day of 5W2 classes

Fall 2025

  • June 1: Transfer excellence scholarship deadline (have to apply and be admitted by June 1, 2025)
  • July 15: International student fall admission requirements deadline
  • July 31: U.S. fall application deadline
  • August 18: Fall 2025 classes start

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Summer 2025 applications are open

Important Dates

Summer 2025 5W1 & 8W1

  • April 15: International student admission requirements deadline for 5W1 start
  • May 12: U.S. Freshman/transfer application deadline for 5W1 start
  • May 19: First day of 5W1 classes
  • June 2: First day of 8W1 classes

Summer 2025 5W2

  • May 15: International student admission requirements deadline for 5W2 start
  • June 16: U.S. Freshman/transfer application deadline for 5W2 start
  • June 23: First day of 5W2 classes

Fall 2025

  • June 1: Transfer excellence scholarship deadline (have to apply and be admitted by June 1, 2025)
  • July 15: International student fall admission requirements deadline
  • July 31: U.S. fall application deadline
  • August 18: Fall 2025 classes start

Upcoming events

March 27: Save Money on Your Degree with Prior Learning Credit Webinar - Register here!

Watch our latest webinars on our YouTube channel

Learn more about the UNT online student experience in our podcast, Scrappy Start. Listen now!

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Degree Structure

Required Courses (8 units): Each concentration will have a defined set of 8 required courses, allowing you to go deep into your desired areas of study.

Elective Courses (14 units):  Fill in the rest of your course of study with 14 electives from across the curriculum, allowing you to broaden your engineering education and prepare yourself for modern engineering challenges. 

Capstone Project (2 units): Your final course in the master’s program will be MAS-E's unique, interdisciplinary capstone project. You will create a powerful example of your expert skill set, experience, and technical understanding that you can showcase when applying for engineering roles.

Customize your degree with the MAS-E Degree Planner

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Curriculum

Required Courses:

  • Techniques for Electronic Devices Fabrication
  • Human Centered Design Methods I
  • Electronic Properties of Materials
  • Introduction to Structural Materials
  • Development of Modern Materials for the Microelectronics Industry
  • Optimization of engineering systems
  • Quantum physics for semiconductor engineers
  • Development of Modern Materials for the Microelectronics Industry

Required Courses:

  • Techniques for Electronic Devices Fabrication
  • Human Centered Design Methods I
  • An Introduction to Continuum Mechanics and Modern Applications
  • Introduction to Structural Materials
  • Manufacturing in a Climate Emergency
  • Development of Modern Materials for the Microelectronics Industry
  • Quantum physics for semiconductor engineers
  • Development of Modern Materials for the Microelectronics Industry

Required Courses:

  • Principles of Modern Ocean Engineering
  • Engineering a Net-Zero Carbon Future
  • Manufacturing in a Climate Emergency
  • Nuclear Energy and the Environment
  • Earthquake-Induced Soil Liquefaction
  • Introduction to Structural Materials
  • Renewable Energy Systems
  • Wildland Fire Engineering

Required Courses:

  • Human Centered Design Methods I
  • Flying Robots: from Small Drones to Aerial Taxis
  • Analysis and Control of Nonlinear Systems
  • Legged Robots: How to Make Robots Walk & Run
  • Optimization of engineering systems
  • The Digital Transformation in Industry
  • Applied Data Science for Engineers
  • Python for Engineers