Each course offered by The University of Texas at El Paso is identified by a four-digit course number. The first number indicates the level: 0 = developmental, 1 = freshman, 2 = sophomore, 3 = junior, 4 = senior, 5 or 6 = graduate.
In some courses, the standard grading system is not practical; such grades are not used to compute the GPA. These grades include I (incomplete), P (in progress), W (withdrawal), and S or U (pass/fail). For information on the grade appeal process, students should contact their UTEP faculty member (s).
Em todos os assuntos de busca intelectual, os professores e estudantes da UTEP devem se esforçar para alcançar a excelência com base na qualidade do trabalho produzido pelo indivíduo. Na sala de aula e em todas as outras atividades acadêmicas, espera-se que os alunos mantenham os mais altos padrões de integridade acadêmica.
Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements. The BS degree in all science disciplines requires a minimum of 120 semester hours of credit including a minimum of 37 upper-division (junior and senior) semester hours. A GPA of 2.0 must be achieved in all course work at UTEP and in all course work in the major department.
Upper division courses are courses offered at the junior level or higher. By definition any course taken at a community college is not upper division.
Some colleges divide their course catalogues into upper- and lower-division classes. Lower-division courses introduce undergraduates to an academic discipline. Upper-division classes provide advanced-level study, particularly for majors.
Lower division courses are any course taken at a junior college or community college or courses offered at the freshman and sophomore level at a four-year college or university regardless of the title or content of the course.
1. A total of 9 to 15 hours of the upper division credits can come from the following course prefixes: ADSC, ANNU, APTC, BTEC, CRSS, ENTO, FDST, HORT, PATH, PBGG, POUL. 2. A total of 0 to 6 credits of the upper division credits can come from the following course prefixes: AAEC, AESC, AEXT, AGCM, ALDR, ENVM, HFIM.
'” While many upper division courses may indeed be more difficult, they often have smaller class sizes, creating a more interactive learning environment for students.
A typical GPA for an upper division course will fall in the range 3.0 - 3.5, depending on the course and the students who enroll. For example, a GPA of 3.2 would result from 45% A's, 40% B's, 10% C's, and 5% D's and F's.
Upper division courses are numbered 300-499. NOTE: Most courses that have an "x" may not be used toward the upper division elective requirement. BUAD majors can select courses from one department (depth) or from different departments (breadth).
Lower-division courses are offered for freshman and sophomore level credit. All courses offered at a community college are lower-division courses. Upper-division courses are offered for junior and senior level credit. These courses are not offered by community colleges.
Upper-division courses, numbered from 300 to 499, are designed primarily for juniors and seniors. Prerequisites and other restrictions should be noted before registration. Courses at the 400 level apply to graduate degree requirements for some graduate programs when approved by the Graduate College.
Most departments use the scores of 3, 4 and 5 for credit or placement. The AP policy is in effect for all undergraduate students entering UGA. Both resident and non-resident students are eligible to receive credit.
Main Academic Excellence that is in line with University of Georgia (UGA) admission standards. Score at least a 1240 on the SAT or 87 on the ACT. Maintain a GPA of at least a 4.0.
Does this satisfy the PE requirement? No. UGA's physical education requirement can only be satisfied by completing and passing a basic PE (PEDB) course at UGA, or by transferring an approved physical education course.
Lower-Division Courses are designated by a 1 or 2 as the first digit of the course number. Upper-Division/Advanced Courses are designated by a 3 or 4 as the first digit of the course number. (The student should refer to the departmental and college requirements for specific conditions, if any, imposed on registration in advanced courses.)
Each course offered by The University of Texas at El Paso is identified by a four-digit course number. The first number indicates the level: 0 = developmental, 1 = freshman, 2 = sophomore, 3 = junior, 4 = senior, 5 or 6 = graduate. The second number indicates the semester-hour value of the course. The last two numbers identify the course within its particular department.
The grade of P (in progress) is limited to specific courses in which re-enrollment is required. This includes all thesis courses (5398-5399, 6320-6321), graduate internships, and certain undergraduate courses.
A grade change must be approved by the faculty of record, the department chair, and the college dean. Additional approval is required from the Graduate School for thesis/dissertation and project courses (5396-5397, 5398-5399, 6320-6321, and 6398-6399). Students will receive notification of approved changes.
The student is expected to attend all classes and laboratory sessions. It is the responsibility of the student to inform each instructor of extended absences. When, in the judgment of the instructor, a student has been absent to such a degree as to impair his or her status relative to credit for the course, the instructor can drop the student from the class with a grade of W before the course-drop deadline or with a grade of F after the course-drop deadline.
Here you will find a list of example courses you can take if you have Upper Division Free Electives on your degree plan. This primarily applies to Biology Students with a Biomedical Concentration or Microbiology majors. If you have questions on whether you have the ability to take any free electives, please speak with your advisor.
These courses can be used toward the 19 hours listed under Section B of your degree plan EXCLUDING the ones already required by the degree. For those students on the NEW template, these courses go toward Sections C4 (Upper Division, 3000 or 4000 level only) and C5 (Any level).
The CBCH degree has a very particular sequence of courses that must be taken in order to prevent delays of up to a year in graduation. This sequence is explained HERE. Please verify with your advisor if you experience any confusion about this sequence.
Registration can be tricky! CLICK HERE to view instructions on how to register for science and math courses that have linked lectures and labs or workshops.
The Fast-Track Program enables outstanding undergraduate UTEP students to receive both undergraduate and graduate credit for up to 15 hours of UTEP course work as determined by participating Master's and Doctoral programs.
Students preparing for careers in the health professions (medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, pharmacy or physician's assistant) or advanced degrees in cancer biology, cell and molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, neurobiology, toxicology, etc. should consider the Biomedical Science option. For more information contact CORE advisors.
NOTE: The department may make specific suggestions for courses which are most applicable towards your major.
Communication: Reach mutual understanding through effective exchange of information, ideas, and feelings
The Fast-Track Program enables outstanding undergraduate UTEP students to receive both undergraduate and graduate credit for up to 15 hours of UTEP course work as determined by participating Master's and Doctoral programs.
NOTE: The department may make specific suggestions for courses which are most applicable towards your major.
New, transfer, and returning students can declare their intention to work toward a BMS degree if they meet UTEP’s admission requirements.
The Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies degree requires a minimum of 120 semester hours, including at least 39 hours at the advanced or upper-division (junior and senior) level.
The BMS requires 120 total credits for completion with a minimum of 39 upper-division credit hours. If you are a transfer student, be sure to consult with an advisor how many credits must be taken at UTEP as students meet the 30-hour residency requirement to complete the degree. A 2.0 GPA is required for graduation.
NOTE: The department may make specific suggestions for courses which are most applicable towards your major.
Some colleges divide their course catalogues into upper- and lower-division classes.
Lower-division courses introduce students to an academic discipline. They provide an overview of foundational theories, concepts, and methods.
Upper-division courses build on the foundational knowledge gained during lower-division classes. These courses take an advanced approach and often require students to possess prior knowledge in the field.
When should students take upper-division courses? And when should they avoid 300-level or higher classes?