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Programme overview
Main Subject
Social Work
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Bachelor of General Studies, offered through Temple’s University College, is designed specifically for adult learners with prior college and at least 60 transferable credits who are ready to complete their undergraduate degree. This 120-credit bachelor’s program focuses on creating a solid foundation for a wide variety of careers or graduate school, and it allows students the opportunity to customize their degree path.
The general studies degree combines major coursework (including two writing-intensive courses), general education courses and electives. The curriculum is tailored to enhance students’ critical thinking skills, effective communication abilities and interdisciplinary knowledge to achieve their personal and professional goals. Students receive personalized guidance from the University College Academic and Student Services team to choose coursework that best meets their needs. Students also have access to courses and resources available at any of Temple’s campuses, including Main Campus, Ambler Campus, Temple University Harrisburg, Temple University Center City and online.
Students can customize their degree by choosing a combination of minors and/or certificates across our schools and colleges, or by focusing their coursework in a broad subject grouping that builds on coursework they’ve already completed.
The general studies degree is flexible, customizable and prepares students to adapt to an ever-changing workplace. Students will complete their degree with a capstone course, which provides opportunities to integrate academic learning with professional experiences in a culminating project that combines knowledge, skills and reflection within the selected subject grouping.
There is also opportunity to earn academic credits for prior learning experiences that occurred outside the classroom setting, including employment, military and volunteer experiences. In addition, students can earn credit for internship and on-the-job learning experiences that provide them with an opportunity to enhance their skills, provide practical experience and establish contacts in their career field.
The general studies degree combines major coursework (including two writing-intensive courses), general education courses and electives. The curriculum is tailored to enhance students’ critical thinking skills, effective communication abilities and interdisciplinary knowledge to achieve their personal and professional goals. Students receive personalized guidance from the University College Academic and Student Services team to choose coursework that best meets their needs. Students also have access to courses and resources available at any of Temple’s campuses, including Main Campus, Ambler Campus, Temple University Harrisburg, Temple University Center City and online.
Students can customize their degree by choosing a combination of minors and/or certificates across our schools and colleges, or by focusing their coursework in a broad subject grouping that builds on coursework they’ve already completed.
The general studies degree is flexible, customizable and prepares students to adapt to an ever-changing workplace. Students will complete their degree with a capstone course, which provides opportunities to integrate academic learning with professional experiences in a culminating project that combines knowledge, skills and reflection within the selected subject grouping.
There is also opportunity to earn academic credits for prior learning experiences that occurred outside the classroom setting, including employment, military and volunteer experiences. In addition, students can earn credit for internship and on-the-job learning experiences that provide them with an opportunity to enhance their skills, provide practical experience and establish contacts in their career field.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Social Work
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Bachelor of General Studies, offered through Temple’s University College, is designed specifically for adult learners with prior college and at least 60 transferable credits who are ready to complete their undergraduate degree. This 120-credit bachelor’s program focuses on creating a solid foundation for a wide variety of careers or graduate school, and it allows students the opportunity to customize their degree path.
The general studies degree combines major coursework (including two writing-intensive courses), general education courses and electives. The curriculum is tailored to enhance students’ critical thinking skills, effective communication abilities and interdisciplinary knowledge to achieve their personal and professional goals. Students receive personalized guidance from the University College Academic and Student Services team to choose coursework that best meets their needs. Students also have access to courses and resources available at any of Temple’s campuses, including Main Campus, Ambler Campus, Temple University Harrisburg, Temple University Center City and online.
Students can customize their degree by choosing a combination of minors and/or certificates across our schools and colleges, or by focusing their coursework in a broad subject grouping that builds on coursework they’ve already completed.
The general studies degree is flexible, customizable and prepares students to adapt to an ever-changing workplace. Students will complete their degree with a capstone course, which provides opportunities to integrate academic learning with professional experiences in a culminating project that combines knowledge, skills and reflection within the selected subject grouping.
There is also opportunity to earn academic credits for prior learning experiences that occurred outside the classroom setting, including employment, military and volunteer experiences. In addition, students can earn credit for internship and on-the-job learning experiences that provide them with an opportunity to enhance their skills, provide practical experience and establish contacts in their career field.
The general studies degree combines major coursework (including two writing-intensive courses), general education courses and electives. The curriculum is tailored to enhance students’ critical thinking skills, effective communication abilities and interdisciplinary knowledge to achieve their personal and professional goals. Students receive personalized guidance from the University College Academic and Student Services team to choose coursework that best meets their needs. Students also have access to courses and resources available at any of Temple’s campuses, including Main Campus, Ambler Campus, Temple University Harrisburg, Temple University Center City and online.
Students can customize their degree by choosing a combination of minors and/or certificates across our schools and colleges, or by focusing their coursework in a broad subject grouping that builds on coursework they’ve already completed.
The general studies degree is flexible, customizable and prepares students to adapt to an ever-changing workplace. Students will complete their degree with a capstone course, which provides opportunities to integrate academic learning with professional experiences in a culminating project that combines knowledge, skills and reflection within the selected subject grouping.
There is also opportunity to earn academic credits for prior learning experiences that occurred outside the classroom setting, including employment, military and volunteer experiences. In addition, students can earn credit for internship and on-the-job learning experiences that provide them with an opportunity to enhance their skills, provide practical experience and establish contacts in their career field.
Admission Requirements
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79+
6+
53+
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Aug
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
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