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Associate in General Education Degree (AGE) A10300

Degree Offered

Associate Degree

Duration

Long Term More than 12 months

Program Code

A10300

Program Requirements

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 64-65

How to Apply

Requirements

The Associate in General Education (AGE) curriculum is designed for the academic enrichment of students who wish to broaden their education, with emphasis on personal interest, growth and development.

Coursework includes study in the areas of humanities and fine arts, social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences and mathematics, and English composition. Opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and the basic use of computers will be provided.

Through these skills, students will have a sound base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for advancements within their field of interest and become better qualified for a wide range of employment opportunities. Many of the courses are equivalent to college transfer courses; however, the program is not principally designed for college transfer.

Program Requirements

A. Academic Transition (1 SHC)

The following course is required:

Course Name	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Clinic Hours	Credits	Semester Available
ACA-115 – Success and Study Skills	0	2	0	1	Fall, Spring, Summer

B. English Composition (6 SHC)

Two courses in English composition are required:

Course Name	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Clinic Hours	Credits	Semester Available
ENG-111 – Writing and Inquiry	3	0	0	3	Fall, Spring, Summer

Select one of the following courses:

Course Name	Class Hours	Lab Hours	Clinic Hours	Credits	Semester Available
ENG-112 – Writing/Research in the Disciplines	3	0	0	3	Fall
ENG-114 – Prof Research & Reporting	3	0	0	3	Fall, Spring

C. Humanities/Fine Arts (3 SHC)

Select courses numbered between 110-199 or 210-299 from the following discipline areas: art, music, drama, foreign languages, humanities, literature, philosophy, and religion.

D. Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 SHC)

Select courses numbered between 110-199 or 210-299 from the following discipline areas: anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology.

E. Natural Science/Mathematics (3-4 SHC)

Select courses numbered between 110-199 or 210-299 from math/science or computer science disciplines.