BA Liberal Arts Core Curriculum 2

Question 1

Which academic document outlines all courses, credit requirements, and policies a BA student must follow?

Accepted Answer

Academic catalog

Answer

The academic catalog (also called a course catalog) is the official document that defines all degree requirements, policies, and available courses for a given academic year.

Question 2

What is a 'capstone course' typically designed to do in a BA program?

Accepted Answer

Integrate and synthesize knowledge gained throughout the major

Answer

A capstone course is a culminating academic experience that asks seniors to synthesize and apply the knowledge and skills developed throughout their BA major.

Question 3

Which grading scale point is typically considered the minimum GPA for academic good standing at US universities?

Accepted Answer

2.0

Answer

A 2.0 GPA (equivalent to a C average) is the standard minimum for good academic standing at most US institutions.

Question 4

What is the typical credit hour weight of a standard undergraduate course in the US?

Accepted Answer

3 credit hours

Answer

Most standard undergraduate lecture courses carry 3 semester credit hours, representing approximately 3 hours of class time per week.

Question 5

In a liberal arts BA, what is the role of the 'minor'?

Accepted Answer

A secondary concentration requiring fewer credits than a major

Answer

A minor is an optional secondary area of focused study, typically requiring 15–18 credits, that complements a student's major.

BA - Bachelor of Arts Degree Practice Test

BA - Bachelor of Arts Degree Practice Test

BA Liberal Arts Core Curriculum 2