General Education
The General Education (GenEd) Department courses at FXUA provide the skills and knowledge which are crucial to an undergraduate student’s academic success in college, university, and beyond.
Program Structure
The General Education requirements include the completion of 42 credits (14 courses). Undergraduate students are required to meet the General Education Department requirements consisting of courses across the following divisions: Arts and Humanities (9 credits), Communications (6 credits), Mathematical Sciences (3 credits), Natural Sciences (6 credits), Social Sciences and Cross-Cultural Studies (9 credits), and Transformative Learning and Leadership in Practice (9 credits).
Students can choose among courses within a Division unless otherwise noted by their academic program of study or School. Students should choose courses in consultation with their academic advisor, who will provide suggestions for courses most relevant to the student’s academic discipline.
| Area | Number of Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| A. Arts and Humanities | 3 | 9 |
| B. Communications | 2 | 6 |
| C. Mathematical Sciences | 1 | 3 |
| D. Natural Sciences | 2 | 6 |
| E. Social Sciences and Cross-Cultural Studies | 3 | 9 |
| F. Transformative Learning and Leadership in Practice | 3 | 9 |
| Total | 14 | 42 |