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Major Requirements |
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UST 100 |
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Introduction to the
Bachelor of University Studies — introduces the student to the nature of
higher education as a learning community. Particular emphasis is given to academic
resources, the learning process, academic skills, developmental advising and career
counseling. Students participate in extensive reading and writing assignments relevant to
their college transition and degree goals. 1 credit Pass/Fail |
| 3 credits |
UST 300 |
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Topics in the Bachelor
of University Studies — provides understanding and insight into a specific
area of interest across disciplines. Emphasis is placed on research analysis. Subjects
vary by semester. 3 credits (Satisfies the General Education Demonstrated Writing
Competency Requirement.) |
| 3 credits |
UST 499 |
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Senior Capstone — interdisciplinary
team taught senior seminar. Senior students will use their areas of focus to build on
their knowledge and apply it to a specific senior project or internship. Students will
integrate program knowledge and demonstrate synthesis, analysis and evaluation of their
specific project/internship. |
| 30 credits |
Appropriate General Education or Major Requirement Courses |
120 Minimum total credit hours required for graduation.
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General Education Requirements |
| All students
initiating a baccalaureate program at the University of Maine are required to meet certain
general education requirements as described below. Additional general requirements may be
imposed by individual colleges, and each academic major imposes requirements specific to
that area.
Demonstrated Writing Competency
Students are required to write throughout their academic careers and must
demonstrate competency both at the introductory level and within their majors. To fulfill
this requirements, students must:
Complete ENG 101, College Composition, with a grade of C or better, or
be excused from this course on the basis of a placement exam.
Complete at least two writing-intensive courses, at least one of which
must be within the academic major (see UST 300).
Ethics
Students are required to take a course or a series of courses placing
substantial emphasis on discussion of ethical issues.
Human Values and Social Context
Students are required to complete 18 credits in this broad area, selected
from lists of approved courses to satisfy each of the five sub-categories listed below.
Courses that satisfy requirements in more than one sub-category may be counted in each
appropriate sub-category.
Western cultural tradition
Social context and institutions
Cultural diversity and international perspectives
Population and the environment
Artistic and creative expression
Additional course from any of the above areas
Mathematics
Students are required to complete at least six credit hours in
mathematics, including statistics and computer science. No more than three of the six
credits hours may be in computer science.
Science
Students are required to complete two courses in the physical or
biological sciences. This may be accomplished in two ways:
By completing two courses with laboratories in the basic or applied
sciences;
By completing one laboratory course in the basic or applied sciences,
and a second approved course that incorporates a laboratory experience and stresses the
applications of scientific knowledge.
Senior Capstone
Experience
Students are required to complete an approved capstone experience within
their major. The approved experience must be one in which the student draws upon and
integrates the formal components of his or her undergraduate experience to perform at a
professional level. Normally, the Capstone would conclude at the end of the student’s
senior year. Students should consult closely with their academic advisor to explore the
range of options available for meeting this requirement. Students who have questions or
concerns regarding the University of Maine’s General Education Requirements should
consult a University Studies advisor regarding course selection. |
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