Sample TESU BA Liberal Studies Degree Plan

=Generic BALS Degree Plan= This is a generic degree plan that applies to Thomas Edison State University for a BALS (Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies) with no concentration as of October of 2020. Please make sure that the suggestions are still valid before beginning to follow this plan. It can, with some changes, be partially followed for other TESU degrees. Please make sure you understand what changes are required and where.

You can also find a Psychology plan, History plan, a English plan, a BSBA General Management plan, and a BSBA CIS plan for TESU.

Part A. Intellectual and Practical Skills
15 credits required.

Part B. Civic and Global Learning
9 credits required

Part C. Knowledge of Human Cultures
12 credits required

Part D. Understanding the Physical and Natural World
4-7 credits. A single TEL Learning or ASU EA science with a lab may fulfill these requirements, otherwise the following are recommended:

Part E. GE Electives
17 to 20 credits required

Part A. Upper Level
15 credits required. Two or more different areas must be included within concentration to provide breadth of knowledge in the Liberal Studies Area.

Important: Not every UL credit will apply to every Liberal Studies degree. Please verify with an academic advisor before attempting any course. These are only examples of possible courses to take. There are many others available from self-study options such as BYU, IS of Idaho, University of Arkansas, etc. or from local community colleges.

Part B. Liberal Studies
15 credits required; maximum of 6 credits can be 100-level.

Liberal Arts Capstone
Must be taken at TESU. There is an alternative 6-credit capstone available that provides hands-on experience.

Electives
27 credits required.