The core curriculum model provides that all Marshall University students, entering in Fall 2010 and thereafter, will complete a first-year seminar (FYS) and two critical thinking (CT) courses. These three courses, labeled “Core I,” have a common emphasis on critical thinking and provide the foundation for additional general education courses as well as study in the majors. In addition, all students, regardless of major, are required to complete courses across the disciplines to provide breadth to their general education. These courses include two courses in Composition and one course each in Communication, Humanities, Fine Arts, Social Science, Mathematics, and Physical/Natural Science. This additional menu of courses is called “Core II.” Finally, all Marshall graduates will be required to complete two Writing Intensive courses, as well as one Multicultural/International course, prior to graduation.
Effective Fall 2018, FYS and one CT course will be waived for transfer students coming in with 30-59 credits, and FYS and both CT courses will be waived for transfer students with 60+ credits.
For more information about the Core Curriculum, visit http://www.marshall.edu/gened/introducing-the-core-curriculum/.