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Core curriculum is the core academic program that all Chanticleers complete, regardless of major, and is designed to prepare students for a thoughtful and productive life by exposing them to the methods of inquiry and practice of the humanities, the sciences and the arts.
Students are introduced to the methods of inquiry and practice within and across disciplines from a national and global perspective through the four concept areas:
The core mission is to provide an educational experience in the liberal arts tradition that encourages and supports free inquiry, critical thinking, effective communication and creativity. Persons educated in the liberal arts will have the opportunity to explore and cultivate an understanding of the multiple aspects of human culture and the natural world.
• Scientific
• Human and social behavior
• Humanistic thought and expression • Artistic expression
Upon successful completion of the Core, students will develop the skills necessary to think clearly and logically, to gather and analyze information, and to express themselves effectively. As well-rounded individuals, our students will possess
Questions? To learn more about the Core Curriculum and to view the courses
that meet requirements, visit the core curriculum website at coastal.edu/info/ students/corecurriculum.
CORE CURRICULUM
the qualities to excel in their chosen fields of study and to live conscientious, responsible lives.
The Core Curriculum provides an educational foundation in the liberal arts tradition that promotes inquiry, creativity, and critical thinking. Students develop abilities in reasoning and communication through four skill areas:
• Critical thinking
• Critical reading, writing and
information literacy
• Quantitative literacy
• Communicating across cultures
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