Integrative General Studies (BGS)

The Bachelor of Integrative General Studies offers a flexible and self-designed curriculum to degree-seeking students. The program allows students to draw on their multidisciplinary course work to refine and demonstrate their attainment of six learning outcomes that are in high demand.

• understanding of common human themes, awareness of diverse cultures, and understanding of the cultural, historical, economic, and social implications of learning experiences
• accomplishments as successful writers, speakers, and producers of digital materials in the academic, civic, and professional worlds
• understanding of scientific methods and ability to apply them to challenges facing society
• capacity as well-informed citizens who can reason and can apply analytical, statistical, and computational methods to the challenges of a globally-diverse and technologically rich environment
• ability to assess and decipher information in a world full of conflicting sources
• understanding of leadership skills, including decision-making, collaboration, and problem-solving.

Integrative General Studies (BGS) may be completed fully online, although not all elective options or program prerequisites may be offered online. Newly admitted students choosing to complete this program exclusively via UCF online classes may enroll with a reduction in campus-based fees. Click here to learn more about this online program.

Degree Requirements

• Students must declare the Integrative General Studies major prior to filing their intent to graduate.
• Students must earn at least a "C" (2.0) in each core course.
• Courses designated in 1 (General Education Program) and 2 (Common Program Prerequisites) are usually completed in the first 60 hours.
• Students in this program are not eligible for a double degree, double major or second degree in Integrative General Studies.

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