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 entering UB fall 1997 and thereafter.
Competent writing is essential for success in the university environment and in most careers.
I and ENG201 Reading and Advanced Writing, stress the development of writing skills. ENG101 emphasizes exposition and description. ENG201 focuses on the continued development of writing skills in relation to regular reading assignments. Unless exempted by SAT scores, Advanced Placement credits, or transfer credits, students are required to successfully complete ENG101 and ENG201. Nonnative speakers of English should refer to the English as a Second Language section, page 119, for more detailed information.