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University Studies component of the Bachelor of Science degree
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Oral and Written Communication (7 hrs)
- ENG 105 [or ENG 104]
- COM 161 [or HON 165]
Scientific Inquiry, Methodologies, and Quantitative Skills (10-15 hrs)
- One science course with lab (4-5 hrs)
- One math course (3-5 hrs)
- Science or math elective (3-5 hrs)
World’s Historical, Literary, and Philosophical Traditions (6 hrs)
- CIV 201 or CIV 202 [or HON 201 or HON 202]
- HUM 211 [or HON 251]
Global Awareness, Cultural Diversity, and the World’s Artistic Traditions (3 hrs)
Social and Self-Awareness and Responsible Citizenship (6 hrs)
- Two courses, one from each category:
Ethics, Social Responsibility, and Civic Engagement
Social science
University Studies Approved Electives (9 hrs)
- Choose from the list of University Studies electives. No more than two courses from any one University Studies category and no more than one course from the Enrichment Electives category.
TOTAL: 41-46 hours