General Studies, A.S.

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The Associate of Science degree with a major in general studies consists of basic courses in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and behavioral studies. At least 24 of the last 37 hours must be taken in residence at the University of Mobile.

Advisement for General Studies

The UM Global provides academic advisement for the Associate of Science degree with a major in general studies for post-traditional students.

Graduation Requirements for General Studies

Please refer to the academic information section of this catalog for graduation requirements.

Requirements for the Major (61 Semester Hours)

Level 1: Knowledge of Human Cultures and the Physical and Natural World
HI 201 History of The United States
MA 102 Elementary Algebra (or higher)
PH 101 Physical Science
(or other lab science)
AR 201 Art Appreciation
HI 202 History of The United States
(or advisor approved social/behavioral course)
PSY 201 Introduction to Psychology
Level 2: Intellectual and Practical Skills
EN 101 Effective English
EN 102 Effective English
EN 201 The Literary Tradition
or
EN 202 The Literary Tradition
CIS 101 Microcomputer Applications
(or advisor approved substitute)
COM 101 Basic Public Speaking
or
PY 101 Introduction to Philosophy
Level 3: Personal and Social Responsibility
GL 110 Introduction to American Politics
(or advisor approved social/behavioral course)
KIN 213 Drugs and Society
(or advisor approved substitute)
SA 202 Introduction to Sociology
Level 4: Integrative and Applied Learning
CST 110 Introduction to Christian Worldview
CST 321 Mission and Message of Jesus
EC 201 Principles of Macroeconomics (or advisor-approved elective)
6 hours advisor-approved electives

3 hours General Education elective

Hours to Degree

61 hours are needed to graduate with an Associate of Science degree, General Studies.

A minor is not required.