Humanities

Why Humanities?

The term humanities refers to a group of disciplines that study aspects of human experience and culture. When you take a humanities class you will encounter ideas from a number of academic areas. Humanities classes at Heartland focus on the fine arts. In humanities classes you will learn to appreciate, analyze, and better understand the art, ideas, and institutions that make up our world.

Exploring the humanities is interesting and fun. You learn more about yourself, your culture and your world. The knowledge gained from studying humanities helps provide a foundation of knowledge in your life and your career, regardless of which field you choose. 

Program Details

Associate in Arts

Format
On Campus, Online, Hybrid
In-District Tuition
$169/credit hour
Out-of-District Tuition
$337/credit hour
Degree
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Average Time to Complete
2 years
Financial Options
Financial Aid is available.

Courses

  • HUMA 101: Introduction to the Humanities
    IAI Course Code: HF 900
  • HUMA 122: Diverse American Cultural Expression
    IAI Course Code: HF 906D
  • HUMA 203: Non-Western Humanities
    IAI Course Code: HF 904N
  • HUMA 210: Major World Religions
    IAI Course Code: H5 904N
  • HUMA 220: Religion in American Society
    IAI Course Code: H5 905
  • HUMA 221: American Popular Culture
  • HUMA 230: Literature of the Bible
    IAI Course Code: H5 901
  • HUMA 250: Classical Mythology
    IAI Course Code: H9 901
  • HUMA 260: Norse Mythology
    IAI Course Code: H9 901
  • HUMA 270: Myth in the Modern World
    IAI Course Code: H9 901
  • HUMA 296: Special Topics in Interdisciplinary Humanities
  • HUMA 299: Internship in the Humanities & Fine Arts

IAI courses have been approved for transfer to an Illinois public university.

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Degree - Associate in Arts

Within our Associate in Arts degree, there may be specific courses that are recommended for your major at your chosen transfer school. It’s important to meet with an academic advisor each semester to ensure that the correct coursework is taken, while earning your degree.

Even if your specific concentration or major is not listed on our application or program pages, academic advisors can help ensure you are taking the right coursework for your chosen major.

Learn more about the general education requirements for an Associate in Arts. 

Transfer Guide

Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) 

Heartland Community College is a participant in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI), a statewide transfer agreement among more than 100 colleges and universities in Illinois. IAI courses have been approved for transfer to an Illinois public university. For more information about the Illinois Articulation Initiative, please visit the IAI website. 

General Education Core Curriculum Requirement

For completion of the Associate in Arts degree, you will need to complete a minimum of 37 general education core curriculum (GECC) hours, within 7 categories, as part of the 60-credit hour degree. Please click on the category to view what courses Heartland has to offer within each of the required categories.

View what courses Heartland has to offer within each of the required categories:
Communications 
Fine Arts 
Humanities 
Life Sciences 
Mathematics 
Physical Sciences 
Social & Behavioral Sciences

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Please review the employment information pertaining to your degree or certificate by selecting your intended program at the Heartland Community College Career Coach.

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Contact Information

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Division Office

ICB 2000 & 2100
1500 W Raab Road
Normal, IL 61761

Phone: 309-268-8620

Email: LASS Office