One Half Unit equals one high school semester credit. Some courses include both a first and a second half unit, and they are designated accordingly in the course description. Other courses are designated as one half unit courses. Prerequisites Some high school courses have prerequisites, which are listed in the course description.
Most courses designated as one half unit have no prerequisites.
The Center for Distance and Independent Study offers several more challenging courses designed for academically talented high school students. These courses are designated Gifted Course in the course description. University Courses Students who have completed the eleventh grade and are in the top fourth of their class may enroll in entry-level university courses. Your high school principal should indicate approval by signing your application. University fees and regulations apply to university courses taken by high school students.