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General Education Foundations

The Foundations component of the General Education Curriculum builds competency in writing, mathematics, and second language skills that can be further developed in General Education courses, and in the major and minor. All courses that satisfy foundations requirements are approved by the University-Wide General Education Committee after consultation of the academic discipline.

Mathematics Requirement

All students, as part of their General Education requirements, are expected to demonstrate mathematical knowledge and quantitative reasoning. Students must complete one approved course of 3 units or more denoted in the course catalog as satisfying Foundations Mathematics.

Additional mathematics courses may be required in a student's program of study or as prerequisite requirements for coursework. Students should consult with their major advisor before selecting a general education mathematics course.

Writing Requirement

The General Education Writing Requirement ensures that all University of Arizona students develop strong writing skills. Effective communication is essential for academic success and professional growth.

To fulfill this requirement, students complete designated writing courses as offered by the Writing Program.

The University Writing Requirement also includes the completion of at least one Writing Emphasis Course in the major.

Writing Course Options

The course sequence required is determined by the Foundations Writing Evaluation.

Two Course Sequence

  1. Writing 101 (course) or 101A (course) or 107 (course)

  2. Writing 102 (course) or 108 (course)

One Course

  1. Writing 109H* (course) or Writing 305 (course)

    * a grade of C or higher is required in Writing 109H to satisfy the requirement with this course.

Three Course Sequence

  1. Writing 106 (course)

  2. Writing 107** (course)

  3. Writing 108** (course)

    **upon recommendation of the Writing Program students who complete Writing 106 may take:

    • Writing 101 (course) or 101A (course) instead of Writing 107

    • Writing 102 (course) instead of Writing 108

Second Language Requirement for Undergraduate Degrees

Students are also required to complete the Second Language Requirement for Undergraduate Degrees.

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