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Social Science Courses


Prerequisite/Corequisite Key

P = Course must be taken previously C = Course must be taken concurrently E = Course can be taken previously or concurrently
(RQ) = Required (RM) = Recommended  

SOCSC 101

World Geography

3 credit hours

P: ENGL-120 or HONOR-150

This course is an introduction to general geographical knowledge for students in the social sciences and humanities. It includes the study of maps, map making, physical and human geography. It emphasizes the interaction between people and their environment, and provides a detailed study of the world's geographic regions. May be taken to satisfy University core requirement in social sciences. Students in the Social Sciences Education major may be required to complete additional assignments. Priority enrollment will go to majors in history, history education and social sciences education. Prerequisite: 30 credit hours total and 2.5 cumulative grade-point average.