The Required Core (12 credits) is made up of four courses:
1. English Composition (2 courses)
These courses will require you to:
- Read and listen critically and analytically.
- Write clearly and coherently in varied academic formats.
- Demonstrate research skills.
- Develop strong argumentation skills.
- Formulate original ideas.
2. Math and Quantitative Reasoning (1 course)
This course will require you to:
- Interpret quantitative representations (e.g. graphs, formulas).
- Use algebraic, numerical, graphical, or statistical methods.
- Translate problems from language to math.
- Effectively communicate answers to mathematical problems.
- Evaluate solutions to mathematical problems.
- Apply mathematical methods to problems in other fields of study.
3. Life and Physical Sciences (1 course)
This course will require you to:
- Identify and apply concepts and methods of science.
- Apply the scientific method to explore natural phenomena.
- Use scientific tools to carry out collaborative laboratory work.
- Gather, analyze, and interpret data in reports.
- Use research ethics and unbiased assessment.