Double Majors and Joint Majors Students who complete double majors that fall into two separate knowledge areas are required to complete five approved general education courses in the four remaining knowledge areas outside of the areas in which the majors fall. Students must take at least one course in each of these four knowledge areas, and one additional course in one of the four areas. Students who complete double majors where the majors fall within a single knowledge area are required to complete the standard seven-course knowledge area requirement. Special Majors Students who are completing special majors should consult with an advisor concerning the knowledge area requirements. Students Responsible for Arts and Sciences Requirements Students who entered UB as freshmen in fall 1992 and thereafter and who choose from the majors listed below.
Competent writing is essential for success in the university environment and in most careers.
ENG 101 emphasizes exposition and description. ENG 201 focuses on the continued development of writing skills in relation to regular reading assignments. Unless exempted by SAT score, Advanced Placement credit, or transfer credit, all students are required to successfully complete ENG 101 and ENG 201. Nonnative speakers of English may, with permission, substitute ESL 407-408. SATs are used to determine the writing proficiency of entering students.