The total number of credits for graduation is 120 (126 for
Management/Accounting majors). All students should consult the latest
UPG Bulletin for information regarding requirements for their major and
course descriptions.
Competencies
ENGCMP 0010* College Composition 1
ENGCMP 0020* College Composition 2
COMMRC 0520 Public Speaking
MATH 0080* Fundamentals of Modern Math
or
MATH 0031* Algebra - depending on major
After the completion of ENGCMP 0020, all students must complete an additional
three (3) credits of English composition*. Please see your advisor for details.
*All English composition and mathematics courses used to satisfy the competency
requirements must be completed with a grade of C- or better.
Modes of Understanding
Understanding Human Behavior
Students must select one course from among those listed as SS1 in the Schedule
of Classes.
Understanding American Society
Students must select one course from among those listed as SS2 in the Schedule
of Classes.
Understanding the Modern World
Students must select one course from among those listed as SS3 in the Schedule
of Classes.
Understanding the Natural World
Students must complete the two-course sequence listed as NS in the Schedule of
Classes or two courses designated as NS 1. The two-course (NS) sequence is
interdisciplinary and will be concerned with facets of some common, basic
scientific ideas and methods in chemistry, biology, and physics. Depending on
major, students may substitute two approved natural science courses for the
interdisciplinary sequence.
Understanding Literary Traditions
Students must select one course from among those listed as LT in the Schedule
of Classes.
Understanding Artistic Traditions
Students must select one course from among those listed as AT in the Schedule
of Classes.
Understanding Philosophical Traditions
Students must select one course from among those listed as PT in the Schedule
of Classes.
Understanding Foreign Cultures
Students must select one course from among those listed as FC in the Schedule
of Classes.
Additional Requirements
In addition to the requirements listed above, all
students must complete the following:
-
Two additional courses in two separate disciplines from among those designated,
SS, SS1, SS2, or SS3 located in the Schedule of Classes;
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Two courses in two separate disciplines from among those designated HM, LT, AT,
or PT.
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Two courses designated as NS1 or NS2 in the Schedule of Classes.
Capstone Requirements
Each senior must complete a senior project, seminar, thesis,
or capstone course in his/her major.
Course Guides
Social Science(SS)
Human Behavior(SS1)
Social Science(SS2)
Modern World(SS3)
Philisophical Traditions(PT)
Natural Science(NS, NS1, NS2)
Literary Traditions(LT)
Humanities(HM)
Foreign Cultures(FC)
Artistic Traditions(AT)