Interdisciplinary Studies, Human-Centered AI Concentration, B.A.

Program Overview

Human-Centered AI Concentration

The UNC Charlotte College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences (CHESS) offers a
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Human-Centered AI.

This program teaches students how to critically engage with, apply, and evaluate artificial
intelligence systems while centering the essential human skills of critical thinking, decision
making, and collaboration. Utilizing a humanities, earth, and social science lens, students will
critique, evaluate, analyze, and develop strategies for both responsibly applying AI to solve
contemporary problems and critically addressing the major societal and ethical issues posed by
artificial intelligence in academic, professional, and civic life.

This program places the human experience, ethics, society, and history at the heart of AI study
and application. Its unique focus is on preparing students by first ensuring they possess the
foundational skills of a Humanities and Social Sciences education: critical thinking, collaboration,
storytelling, rhetoric, writing, and philosophy; essential human abilities necessary for success
beyond the University. Additionally, the curriculum equips students with the necessary AI literacy.

College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences

Program Contact

Justin Cary

Senior Lecturer

jcary1@charlotte.edu

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Interdisciplinary Studies, Human-Centered AI Concentration, B.A. at a Glance

Artificial intelligence is transforming society, but it requires human critical thinking, ethical decision-making and leadership to ensure it is used responsibly. The Interdisciplinary Studies Concentration in Human-Centered AI in the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences equips students with AI literacy, problem-solving and communication skills to evaluate, govern and apply AI across academic, professional and civic settings. Graduates learn to use AI strategically and ethically while centering human values, preparing them to address complex challenges and help shape the future.

Delivery

On-Campus

Credit Hours

120 Credit Hours

Duration

Full-Time 4 years

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