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University Studies Requirements
University Studies is an essential element in the educational process that results in professional success, personal growth, and responsible citizenship. In this process, students have the opportunity to acquire knowledge, learn reasoning and communication skills, examine their goals, values, and potentialities, and develop an enduring commitment to learning through both formal and informal educational experiences.
The University Studies program at A&M-Commerce embodies the characteristics and purposes of the University. With both professional and liberal arts programs, A&MCommerce recognizes general education as a necessary component in the development of all students. The general education which takes place in the University Studies program is therefore not only compatible with specialization but is the context in which specialization occurs.
The breadth and depth offered by University Studies is necessary to the meaningful and informed study of any major field. Though the courses are required, they are not to be regarded as inconveniences, but rather as the intellectual foundation upon which a university education is built.
Specifically, the University Studies program
—stresses breadth and provides a person with opportunities to perceive the integration of knowledge;
—involves the study of liberal arts and science;
—encourages understanding of our heritage as well as respect for other people’s cultures;
—develops mastery of linguistic, analytical, and computational skills that are necessary for lifelong learning; and
—fosters development of such personal qualities as appropriate acceptance of ambiguity, empathy and acceptance of others, and expanded understanding of self.
Presently, there are two configurations by which students may satisfy the University Studies requirement at A&M-Commerce:
1. Completion of the current block of courses that comprises the University Studies Curricula (Table 1). These must total 43 semester hours.
2. A combination of Generic Transfer Equivalent Courses for initial transfer students (Table 2) and courses from Table 1. These must total 43 semester hours.
In both cases it is essential that students recognize that individual courses are not necessarily interchangeable. Certain science courses, for example, are intended for those majoring in science. Depending upon major, different math courses might be more applicable or even preferred by departments. Students considering University Studies courses should consult with appropriate advising personnel or offering departments as a part of making an informed choice prior to enrollment.
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Table 1—University Studies Courses
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Communications (9 sh)
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English Composition (6 sh)—Eng 101, 102
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Speech (3 sh)—Spc 111 or 245
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Mathematics (3 sh)
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Math 141 or 175 or 179 or 191
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Natural Sciences (8 sh from the following)
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Biological Sciences 1014, 1024, 1054, 1064, 1074, 2514, 2524
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Environmental Science 1044, 2044
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Astronomy 1014, 1024
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Chemistry 1074, 1084, 1114, 1124
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Physics 1114, 1124, 2114, 2124
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Earth Sciences 1004, 1014, 2034
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Integrated Sciences 1514, 1524
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Plant and Soil Science 1204
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Social and Behavioral Sciences (15 sh)
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American History (6 sh)—Hist 121, 122
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American Government (6 sh)—PSci 220, 221; or 211, 212
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Three semester hours from the following: Anth 114; Eco 231, 232; Phil 251; Psy 130, 131, 232; Soc 111, 112
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Humanities (3 sh from the following):
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Eng 201, 202, 203; Hist 264 or 265; Jour 114; Phil 231, 331, 332, 360, 362; PSci 410, 411, 412; RTV 115, Spc 201
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Visual and Performing Arts (3 sh from the following):
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Art 200, 202, 301, 304, 307; Eng 432, 434; Mus 102, 110; The 210, 340, 440
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Selected courses from the British Studies program may be transferred to satisfy University Studies requirements in the categories of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Humanities, and Visual and Performing Arts.
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Fitness and Recreational Activity (2 fitness and recreational activity courses)
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Any two courses designated FRA 141 or Mus 100 (Marching Band) may be taken to fulfill the two credit hour requirements. FRA 100 may be repeated by approval of the Head of the Department of Health and Human performance only. HHPK 200 may be taken to fulfill the two credit hour requirement for BAAS majors only. Students who have completed a continuous active duty period of six months or more with the United States military services (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy) will be granted one semester hour of credit for fitness and recreational activity for each six months of duty up to a maximum of four hours credit. For consideration of fitness and recreational activity credit for military service the student should submit a copy of DD Form 214 to the University Admissions Office.
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Honors
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Honors sections of University Studies courses are designed to allow more personal attention from the instructor, and they provide students with wider opportunities for critical analysis and independent study. Such sections are identified by the letter H, such as English 101H, etc. These course sections are restricted to students in the Honors College only.
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Table 2—Generic Transfer Equivalent Courses for Initial Transfer Students
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Communication (9 sh)
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English Composition, 6 sh—Any two college-level courses in English composition.
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Speech, 3 sh—Any course in public speaking.
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Mathematics (3 sh)
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Mathematics, 3 sh—Any mathematics course at the level of college algebra, college algebra-based business mathematics, or higher level.
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Natural Science (8 sh)
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Any two laboratory based courses in biological and/or physical science.
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Social and Behavioral Sciences (15 sh)
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History, 6 sh—Any two survey courses in American history.
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Government, 6 sh—Any two government/political science courses which include a study of both the Texas and United States Constitution.
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Three semester hours of any course in introductory psychology, sociology, logic, anthropology, economics or a survey of the social sciences.
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Humanities (3 sh)
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Any one course in sophomore survey of English, American, or comparative literature or a combination; or, one course in mass communications, or introduction to philosophy or general ethics or world civilization.
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Visual and Performing Arts (3 sh)
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One course from music history, music literature, art history, film history, film and literature, and introductory or survey courses in theatre, or music or art or theatre appreciation. Courses in art, music, or theatre fundamentals, theory, or methods, and applied music will not substitute.
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Fitness and Recreational Activity (2 sh)
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Any two fitness and recreational activity (FRA) courses. One semester hour Marching Band may be substituted for this requirement; or active military service: one hour credit per six months of active service.
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Table 3—Texas Common Course Numbers Equivalent/Substitution Courses for Initial Transfer Students
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Communication (9 sh)
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English Composition, 6 sh—Engl 1301 and Engl 1302
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Speech, 3 sh—Spch 1311, 1315, 1321
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Mathematics (3 sh)
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Math 1314, 1316, 1324, 1414, 2312, 2313, 2412, 2413
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Natural Sciences (8 sh taken from any of the following courses)
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Biology—Biol 1106/1301, 1107/1307, 1406, 1407, 1108/1308, 1109/1309, 1408, 1409, 1111/1311, 1113/1313, 1411, 1413, 2101/2301, 2102/2302, 2106/2306, 2401, 2402, 2406
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Chemistry—Chem 1107/1307, 1105/1305, 1405, 1406, 1407, 1408, 1111/1311, 1112/1312, 1411, 1412, 1413, 1414
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Earth Sciences—Geol 1103/1303, 1104/1304, 1105, 1305, 1401, 1402, 1403, 1404, 1405, 1446, 1447
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Physic—Phys 1101/1301, 1102/1302, 1105/1305,1107/1307, 1401, 1402, 1405, 1407, 1410, 1411, 1412, 1413, 1111/1311, 1112/1312, 1115/1315, 1415, 1417, 1117/1317, 2125/2325, 2126/2326, 2425, 2426
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Environmental Sciences—Envr 1401, 1402
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Social and Behavioral Sciences (15 sh)
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History, 6 sh—Hist 1301 and Hist 1302
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Government, 6 sh—Govt 2301 and Govt 2302 sequence or Govt 2305 and Govt 2306 sequence
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Social and Behavioral Sciences, 3 sh—Anth 2346, 2351; Econ 2301, 2302; Phil 2303; Psyc 2301, 2306, 2315; Soci 1301, 1306
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Humanities (3 sh from the following)
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Engl 2321, 2322, 2323, 2326, 2327, 2328, 2331, 2332, 2333; Hist 2321, 2322;
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Comm 1307; Phil 1301, 2306, 2316, 2317
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Visual and Performing Arts (3 sh from the following)
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Arts 1301, 1303, 1304; Musi 1306, 1308, 1309, 1310; Dram 1310, 2361, 2362, 2363. Courses in art, music, or theatre fundamentals, theory, or methods and applied music will not substitute.
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Fitness and Recreational Activity (2 sh)
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Two one-hour courses from PHED 1100-1150 and/or PHED 2100-2150, or one two-hour course, PHED 1238, Concepts of Physical Fitness. Music Marching Band may be taken to satisfy this requirement; or active military service: one hour credit per six months of active service.
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Transfer courses which are part of other Texas junior/community college’s or another university’s core curriculum shall be used to satisfy the core component areas at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Additional core curriculum courses may only be required as approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
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