General Studies (A.G.S.)

    Purpose

    Students needing maximal flexibility in their academic program may wish to consider the Associate in General Studies. While students wishing to transfer after receiving the associate degree would be best served by completing an A.A. or A.S. degree, in some cases, students may need to pursue the A.G.S. degree. For students in this category, the College will award the A.G.S. degree after completion of 60 semester credits with a 2.0 grade point average or higher. Students graduating with this degree ARE NOT eligible to participate in Temple University's Core to Core program.

    It is important that the students working on this degree consult with their academic advisor and/or counselor to ensure that maximal transferability of credits occurs.

    Program Objectives

    The common objectives for students in the Associate in General Studies curriculum include the development of:

    • vocational and/or transfer goals.
    • a college level proficiency in all completed course work.
    • a proficiency in using mathematical, reading, speaking, listening, and writing skills.
    • individual and societal values and attitudes.
    • a positive attitude toward meaningful lifelong learning.
    • problem solving skills.
    • an aesthetic awareness and appreciation.
    • an understanding of governments, economics, science and technology in both a global and local context so that informed judgements and decisions can be made.

    Core Curriculum

    Associate in General Studies
    Basic Requirements: 17 Credits

    Humanities

    Rationale: To develop a humanizing influence in the student by the acquisition of a broad base of knowledge and the cultivation of intellectual skills; to develop wise use of these intellectual skills; to promote aesthetic sensibility.

    Requirements: 6 Credits

    A. 3 credits - ENG 101
      and
    B. 3 credits chosen from the following disciplines

    Math/Science/Computer Science

    Rationale: To develop scientific sensitivity through the acquisition of knowledge and the wise use of intellectual skills; to develop logical reasoning and rational investigation in order to integrate quantitative and qualitative data in decision making processes.

    Requirements: 3 credits chosen from the following disciplines

    Social Science

    Rationale: To develop effective use of interpersonal skills and relationships; to promote emotional and ethical development through an integration of reason and emotion.

    Requirements: 6 credits

    A. 3 credits - HIS 103, HIS 105, HIS 107, HIS 203 or HIS 205
    B. 3 credits from the following disciplines

    Physical Education/Health

    Rationale: Maintenence and development of physical well-being.

    Requirements: 2 credit hours minimum.

    Electives: 41 to 43 credits of your choice.

    TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS CREDIT: 60