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2022–2023 Walden University Catalog (September 2022)

The Walden University General Education Curriculum

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Bachelor’s degree programs at Walden University combine academic study with real-world applications to prepare students for today’s competitive economy and society in business, technology, education, social, behavioral, and health sciences. General education courses blend with degree program courses to provide the breadth and depth of knowledge needed by the 21st-century citizen.

Walden’s general education outcomes focus on communication, critical thinking, ethical reasoning, integrative learning, global learning, and social change. Students apply their learning as they complete coursework in communication, humanities, natural sciences, mathematics, and social sciences. These competencies prepare students for diverse public and professional lives where they will help shape a changing global community.

Learning Outcomes

Through the general education program, the bachelor’s degree graduate of Walden University will

  1. Employ appropriate written and oral communication techniques in a variety of contexts. (Communication)
  2. Interpret information and diverse points of view to make informed decisions. (Critical Thinking)
  3. Apply ethical reasoning to practical situations. (Ethical Reasoning)
  4. Synthesize learning from at least two fields of study to address problems individually and in collaboration with others. (Integrative Learning)
  5. Explain a variety of different perspectives, such as diversity, equity, and inclusion interests, to present a position on a public issue. (Civic and Global Learning)
  6. Examine the influences of social structures on the self, society, and civic engagement. (Social Change)

General Education Areas and Requirements

(Minimum of 45 cr. total, see individual program requirements)

Note: A minimum of 55 quarter credits* must be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level in order to meet program requirements. In some cases, this means that students will need to select 3000 or 4000 level courses as either general education or elective options. Students should consult their student success advisor if they have questions about individual program requirements.

* Some programs may require a more than 55 credits to be completed at the 3000 or 4000 level. Please consult the catalog page for your specific page.

Written and Oral Communications

(Minimum of two courses; ENGL 1010 is required)

Humanities

(Minimum of two courses; HMNT 1001 may be required by program)

Mathematics/Natural Sciences

(Minimum of two courses)

Social Sciences

(Minimum of two courses)

Programs Requiring Specific General Education Courses

The following general education courses are required for Bachelor of Science programs. If required, HMNT 1001 must be taken at Walden University. The other courses in this table are eligible for transfer credit. Also see the Transfer Maximum by Program table in the Walden University Student Handbook.

Program Required Communications Courses Required Math Courses Required Social Science Courses Required Humanities Courses
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)   

MATH 1030  OR  higher 

AND

  OR
  OR
  

    AND
  AND two courses from the following:
  OR
  OR
  OR
  OR
other History/Government course		   
BS in Accounting            
BS in Business Administration         HMNT 1001  
BS in Business Communication           
BS in Child Development            
BS in Communication           
BS in Computer Information Systems          
BS in Criminal Justice           
BS in Elementary Education ENGL 1010     MATH 1040  OR STAT 3001  

HIST 2050C  

 AND 

 HIST 2005  OR HIST 2006  

 		 HMNT 1001  
BS in Forensic Psychology   
  		   AND
  		      
BS in Health Studies      OR
  AND
  		 Health Psychology & Behavior concentration only:
  		   
BS in Healthcare Management      OR
  AND
  OR
  		      
BS in Human Services            
BS in Information Technology          
BS in Interdisciplinary Studies           
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Completion Program      AND
  OR
  		    
BS in Political Science and Public Administration            
BS in Psychology         

Forensic Psychology concentration only:
  AND
  		   
BS in Public Health      AND
  		 Health Psychology & Behavior concentration only: