Technical Transfer Credits Pathway

The Technical Transfer Credits Pathway may provide students who have completed an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree or are working toward it with a time- and cost-saving path to earn their bachelor’s degree in select KU School of Professional Studies undergraduate programs.

Examples of working professionals who have completed an A.A.S. degree or have earned hours toward the degree could include nurses, animation/gaming designers, IT/computer systems technicians, construction managers, paramedics, firefighters, health care technicians, or professionals in technical fields such as cybersecurity, project management, operations management, or professional performance.

How the Technical Transfer Credits Pathway works

Students can apply credit hours of technical coursework as lower-division elective credit for the programs listed below.

These credits can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree in a high-demand field. Prospective students will work with an advisor to create a personalized academic plan that aligns with their career goals.

Flexible online and hybrid course options are available to accommodate working professionals who are typically balancing multiple responsibilities while pursuing their education.

Why students should consider this option

A bachelor’s degree can open the door to other career opportunities and increase earning potential. The Technical Transfer Credits Pathway allows students to reduce the time and cost needed to complete a bachelor’s degree by maximizing the use of prior credits from their A.A.S. degree program.

Online and hybrid learning options provide the flexibility students need to balance their educational goals with work and life. Dedicated faculty and advisors are available to support students throughout their academic journey.

The following undergraduate degree programs were created to address the demand for workforce-ready professionals in these fields.

The degrees also align with the technical and health care-focused coursework students may have completed in their A.A.S. degree programs.

Bachelor of Health Sciences (B.H.S.)

This degree is intended for students planning to remain in health care or related science fields. The curriculum includes foundational courses in biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, statistics, and medical terminology.

Learn more about the health sciences program

Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.) – Health Policy and Management

This program is ideal for students who want to enter health care leadership or administration roles. Coursework focuses on health care management, health policy and regulation, health care economics, and project management.

Learn more about the health policy and management concentration

Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.) – Applied Data Analytics

This concentration is designed for students who are interested in using data to solve real-world problems. It includes practical coursework in data analytics, operational analytics, research analysis, and data management.

Learn more about the applied data analytics concentration

Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.) – Project Management

Students learn how to manage complex projects across a variety of industries. The curriculum combines core project management skills with flexible elective options to customize the degree.

Learn more about the project management program concentration (B.P.S.)

Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Applied Cybersecurity

This degree is designed to meet the growing employment demands for an information security workforce. The program is for undergraduate students interested in practical and applied training in information technology and cybersecurity.

Learn more about the applied cybersecurity program

Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Operations Management

The operations management program explores the technical and strategic aspects of producing goods and services while providing students with the foundational skills to become a successful business leader. Students learn about implementation, innovation, planning, and strategy as they build a valuable knowledge base and practical skill set.

Learn more about the operations management program

Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Professional Performance

Students in this program gain knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship, media and marketing, content and brand creation, influencing, web design, personal and business finance, and communication. Courses provide students with the creative and business acumen they need to succeed in a variety of industries.

Learn more about the professional performance program

Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Project Management

This program emphasizes the practical application of project management in various fields, providing students with hands-on experience and technical skills directly applicable to their careers. Students learn how theory and practice combine to solve real-world problems across diverse industries.

Learn more about the project management program (B.A.S.)

Current and prospective undergraduate students can call 913-897-8539 to speak with an academic advisor to learn more.