Liberal Studies, Emphasis in Science, B.A. in Applied Arts and Sciences

Preparation for the Major

(59-60 units)

Complete 46-47 units of lower division core and

• ENS 241A - Physical Education of Children-Theory Units: 1 (complete with a grade of C [2.0] or better) may not be taken for credit/no credit (Cr/NC)
• ENS 241B - Physical Education of Children-Activities Units: 1 (complete with a grade of C [2.0] or better) may not be taken for credit/no credit (Cr/NC)
• MATH 211 - Geometry in Elementary Mathematics Units: 3 (complete with a grade of C [2.0] or better) may not be taken for credit/no credit (Cr/NC)
• MTHED 212 - Children’s Mathematical Thinking Units: 1-2
• MUSIC 102 - Music for Elementary Classroom Teachers Units: 3

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• N SCI 100 - Physical Science Units: 3

• or

• CHEM 308 - Chemistry as a Unifying Science Units: 3 But not both. [SDSU Imperial Valley only].

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

Students must have fulfilled the Writing Placement Assessment with a score of 8 or above or with a grade of C (2.0) or better in RWS 280  or RWS 281  [or LING 281 ] before taking ENGL 306W  and earn a grade of C (2.0) or better. See “Graduation Requirements ” section for a complete listing of requirements.

International Experience

All liberal studies majors are required to complete the international experience requirements.

Major including required focus and option. (44.5-45) ¹

[NOTE: Plus additional lower division units]

Upper Division Core

(40.5-41 units)

[NOTE: Plus additional lower division units]

Note

¹ Students who select BIOL 101  and BIOL 101L  - consult with a Liberal Studies adviser.

² Students must pass the Liberal Studies Mathematics Proficiency Assessment prior to enrolling in MATH 312  and MATH 313 .

³ Verify with a liberal studies adviser.

⁴ Required for Foundational Level General Science certification. A portfolio assessment is also required. See science adviser.