The Broad Field Social Studies program is interdisciplinary and includes course work in Anthropology, Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology. Broad Field Social Studies students must also complete a concentration in History or Political Science. The Broad Field Social Studies Major is a comprehensive major that fulfills both the major and minor requirements for graduation. The Broad Field Social Studies major prepares students to teach in their area of concentration and to teach "fusion" courses. Fusion courses are defined as those that integrate several social studies disciplines and require composite preparation in social studies. Civics, social problems, American problems, area studies, and contemporary issues are examples of fusion courses. Coursework in Broad Field Social Studies may also be used, where appropriate, to fulfill the university's University Studies requirements. Students majoring in Broad Field Social Studies are urged to work in close cooperation with their academic advisors to ensure efficient completion of the program.