Core Curriculum (IMPACTS)

Baccalaureate and Associate Degree Students

All students enrolled in baccalaureate and transfer associate programs must complete the University System of Georgia-approved Core Curriculum, which was developed to

1. Foster institutional accountability for learning,

2. Incorporate learning requirements in global perspectives and critical thinking,

3. Allow institutional flexibility in tailoring courses to the institution’s mission, and

4. Ensure transferability to another University System of Georgia institution.

Explore the links above to review the USG-approved Core Curriculum, divided into the following areas:

• Area A1 - Communication Outcomes (IMPACTS: Communicating in Writing)

   

• Area A2 - Quantitative Outcomes (IMPACTS: Mathematics and Quantitative Skills)

   

• Area B - Institutional Options (IMPACTS: Institutional Priority)

   

• Area C - Humanities, Fine Arts, and Ethics (IMPACTS: Arts, Humanities, & Ethics)

   

• Area D - Natural Science, Mathematics, and Technology (IMPACTS: Technology, Mathematics & Sciences)

  • Science

  • Non-Science

     

• Area E - Social Sciences (IMPACTS: Political Science and U.S. History; Social Sciences)

   

Areas A-E: Must total 42 hours (IMPACTS)

• Area F - Courses for the Major 
  
  Area F: Transfer pathways or prerequisite courses for the major for students completing baccalaureate degrees at ABAC: 18 hours
  
  Students should consult their advisor and review Program Maps.